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1. Describe the structural pattern of the narrative of the choreography.
• entry into the labyrinth (exposition);
• confrontation with symbolic fear (conflict);
• overpowering fear (climax);
• defeating fear resolution(denouement).
2. Define the symbolic representation of errand and maze. Use specific references from the choreographic text.
• The maze is the labyrinth of the mind.
• The errand is to defeat the fear that dwells in the cave of the mind.
• The Minotaur is the symbolic representation of fear.
3. Illuminate ways that Noguchi’s set design and props reinforce the symbolic statements of the text.
Be specific.
• The labyrinth suggests intricate passageways of the mind that must be navigated to avoid
being lost or trapped by fear; entering the recesses of the mind to confront fear.
• The white tape suggests the narrow, direct path one must follow with resolve to delve — in
spite of the terrifying odds — into one’s inner self.
• Drawing off the tape and using it to seal off the passageway is a symbolic suggestion of
one’s determination to fight the fear to the end.
4. Detail ways the dance movement shapes the thematic statement of Errand. Be specific.
• The dancer enters the labyrinth on tiptoe, hesitatingly, reflecting her terror at confronting the
monster — fear.
• Her intense movements in the battle project her determination to stay in the battle.
• Her dramatic pin movement signals triumph over fear.
• Her last movement reflects the joy and peace of mind gained by purging fear.
5. Explain ways that the Gian-Carlo Menotti music score reinforces the pace, intensity and outcome of the development of theme. Be specific.
• shifts in tonality, cadence, swelling intensity at the pitch of battle; and
• reinforcement of triumph and resolution at the end.
1. Describe the structural pattern of the narrative of the choreography.
• entry into the labyrinth (exposition);
• confrontation with symbolic fear (conflict);
•...