‘Heisei 9’
Inspired by Nobu Uematsu’s composition ‘Those Who Fight’, most famously known as the battle theme from Square Enix’s hit 90’s Playstation classic Final Fantasy VII. ‘Heisei 9’ is a athletic and challenging duet between both pianist and dancer, encompassing a playful and competitive edge which is a nostalgic feeling Jordan remembers from his childhood and retells through the medium of dance.
Choreographer: Jordan James Bridge
Dance Artist: Constance Devernay-Laurence
Accompaniment: ‘Those Who Fight’, composed by Nobu Uematsu and played live by Viktor Erik Emanuel
Costume Design: Stevie Stewart
Lighting Design: Jordan James Bridge
Premiere: Ballet Nights, October 2023
Commissioned by Ballet Nights with special thanks to Veronica Furman
“It’s another fine piece of choreography by the fast-rising dance-maker”
“Bridge made excellent use of the wide space with flowing movement that mapped out the floor in geometric lines, expertly surveyed by Devernay-Laurence’s silky movement”
“Sharp movements and precise hand gestures create a compelling sequence that’s difficult to draw your eyes away from”
