Costumes in “Fall for Dance”
I focused on the dancers’ costumes during the festival. In the tap dance the dancers were wearing plain clothing- the attention was directed to their feet, and all the dancers were wearing the same white tap shoes. In the Motown dance, the suits, sweater-vests, and classy dresses added to the character and soul of Motown. In the ballet piece, the costumes were mainly sheer tops and leggings, so the viewers could focus on the bodies and the way they moved together harmoniously. In the “Rite of Spring” piece, the men were wearing only underwear, while the women were wearing sheer tops and flowy skirts. There was also one man wearing a cloak. These costumes portrayed drama and flamboyance, giving off a startling sense of urgency and power.
