This dance-on-film follows the epic journey of Odyssea, a curious sea traveller, as she encounters flora and fauna in fantastical realms. New York-based Quicksilver Dance perform with only their hands, painted to become vibrant characters. Across biomorphic landscapes of sculptures and fabric and set to original music, Odyssea offers a feminist take on the concept of an odyssey: she makes her way by helping fellow travellers, building relationships and trading, rather than through the mythologically typical (male) approaches of strength, trickery or intrigue. This playful and poignant tale of encountering difference promises to make the familiar feel excitingly unfamiliar again.

Created, Choreographed and Performed by | Mariah Steele
Videography and Editing by | Hans Rinderknecht
Original Musical Score by | Yoshiko Arahata
3-D Mixed Media Artwork by | Raphaela McCormack
Additional Performances by | Lia Nelson and Anna Remus

Performed without spoken text

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/904831469

Part of the C ARTS programme, a home for international independent arts, showcasing creativity, celebrating diversity, at C venues at the Edinburgh Fringe and on the C digital online platform year-round. Full programme at http://www.CtheArts.com