ArcheDream
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
ArcheDream (AKA ArcheDream for HUMANKIND) is a multimedia dance theatre that uses vivid black-light masks, creative movement and highly-stylized, colorful costumes to perform allegories (or dreams) that personify vital issues pertaining to our lives. The themes of such performances address political, social and emotional dilemmas that confront many cultures. They create multi-layered, high-quality productions that incorporate several artistic mediums in their construction.[1]
ArcheDream offers two kinds of shows: theatre dramas entitled OneDream, Balance and The Poet's Dream; and club-based "EPISODES" with DJ's, multimedia, and special effects. They also offer workshops and lectures on the meaning of archetypes and on protest art. They perform both in theatrical venues and festivals where they can teach and interact with artistic and spiritual communities[2]. In addition to social outreach, ArcheDream's mission is to employ and support the growth of young artists and give them an environment and sustainable work to launch their further experience and careers.
Artist Alan Bell and DJ, producer and multimedia artist Glenn Weikert met at the 2000 Winter Music Conference in Miami, and founded the black light dance company ArcheDream in June of 2000. Weikert was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, graduated with honors from the Art Institute of Philadelphia, and is the writer/director of OneDream and Balance and the lead dancer in The Poet's Dream. South African born Alan Bell is the artist behind ArcheDream. He has spent two decades developing his black light masks, costumes and painting techniques. Alan lived in Amsterdam, Holland for 20 years.
