Artist in Residence (AIR) Show: Yo-Yo Lin

channels v1 is a performance exploring the intricate pathways of the body. Navigating the internal and external body, this performance channels the invisible, the sticky, the unknown, the body that deepens inward while simultaneously extending infinitely outward. This work asks, how can the body be a channel for healing amidst pain? What are the pathways that bring us to each other, in mutuality and care? This is the first iteration of the performance and will be presented in two parts: channel v1.1 investigates the internal pathways within the body: exploring the energetic channels of qi 氣 moving through the body as conceptualized by Chinese medicine, and the cyclical nature of the body living with chronic illness. Both seemingly invisible to the eye, the artist examines the illegibility of the body in illness, pain, and healing, combining poetry with animations derived from the artist’s ongoing ‘soft data’ archive. channel v1.2 explores external pathways of the body through movement and sound. Using wired microphones attached to the artist’s moving body, electronic musician Despina samples the creaking and crackling sounds of the artist’s connective tissue in motion, transmuting the sounds into a generative soundscape. In response, the artist dances to the music, manipulating the music through wearable motion sensors. Through deep listening, the duo engage in an interdependent feedback loop of music and dance– invoking crip, cyborgian imaginaries. channels v1 is an ongoing developing work, created throughout the course of the 2021-2022 BAX artist-in-residency. This work will be presented as a 3 part performance later this year on July 8th and 9th at The Shed as part of the 2020 Open Call performances.

Masks and proof of vaccination are required for this event. 

Timing & Space Details

This is a live performance in the BAX Theater, which will also be streamed for remote access.

Accessibility

The event will be livestreamed for remote access featuring Amber Hopkins as the Verbal Describer who will be describing remotely on Zoom. Featuring Danilo Machado as the Sound Describer in person using text projections during the show. Please note that the BAX Theater is located on the second and third floors of the building and currently, there is no elevator or ramp. While we are actively working on a permanent solution and are committed to providing a fully ADA compliant space, we are not quite there yet. For more information on our Accessibility Initiatives visit our website. Questions or access needs? Email: artistprograms@bax.org.

About BAX

BAX/Brooklyn Arts Exchange is a multigenerational arts organization nurturing creative expression and artistic process through education, residencies, and performance at the intersection of arts and social justice. Donate to BAX

About BAX AIRs

The exceptional artists who participate in the AIR program at BAX are provided with an artistic home base for a one to two year period, offering them a tangible sense of permanence and place. BAX AIR is tailored to each artist’s unique needs, process and artistic practice. Its structure develops peer support, collaborative problem-solving and constructive criticism. Each 2021/22 Artist in Residence receives 300 free hours of rehearsal space per year and an annual stipend. This is the third installment of works shared by these resident artists over the course of the 2021/22 season. Whether you’ve followed their creative developments all year, or are just tuning in, join us to celebrate these extraordinary artists and their artistic journeys this year. Each presentation will take place in the BAX Theater throughout April and May.

Tickets

Live Performance Livestream