We all move in the workplace, whether it’s the miniscule movements of our mouse-hands or the stately waltz of our forklift trucks.
Imove isn’t just bringing fabulous projects to the streets, parks, theatres, galleries, beaches, swimming pools and sports centres of Yorkshire, we’re going behind the scenes to work with employers and their workers in our brand new project Workmoves. We’ve teamed choreographer Beth Cassani with people from very different lines of work, to explore the many ways we move in our day-to-day lives.
Instantly recognisable in their bright red jackets, the Sheffield City Ambassadors work to make the city centre clean, safe and welcoming, doing everything from giving directions and arranging litter removal to stewarding events and reuniting lost children with their parents – no two days are ever the same for the Ambassadors.
Beth will also be working with Arup, an international firm of designers, engineers and business consultants with nearly 10,000 members of staff. Arup is committed to innovation and creativity and, while they aren’t quite sure where Workmoves will take them, they are looking forward to the collaboration and to having some fun along the way.
The outcome of Workmoves will be decided by its participants, but filmmaker Andy Wood is documenting the whole process and films and performances could pop up in the most unexpected of places – watch this space for more!
Beth Cassani
Beth is getting workplaces moving in Workmoves. Beth Cassani works internationally as a choreographer and teacher. She has created award-winning independent choreography, including 13, a duet performed by her two sons. Her work Before Night Fell, commissioned by Company Chameleon, is currently touring internationally. Beth’s other commissions have included works for Scottish Dance Theatre, Edge,...
