**Report on the Benefits of Deep Observation of Floor Space in Performance Art: A Spin-off by the SCHOOL OF NATURAL DANCERS**
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**Introduction**
Deep observation of floor space, as explored in a spin-off performance by the SCHOOL OF NATURAL DANCERS, offers a unique perspective that diverges from the conventional focus on wall space or stage backdrop. This shift in attention to the floor space brings about several benefits, both artistically and conceptually. Here are ten points of further inquiry into the potential benefits:
**1. Recontextualizing Space**: How does directing attention to the floor space challenge conventional notions of performance venues and redefine the relationship between performers and their environment?
**2. Ephemeral Artistry**: What can we learn from this focus on the floor in terms of the transient and impermanent nature of art and human existence?
**3. Embodied Experience**: How does this shift impact the embodied experience of the performers and audience members, especially in terms of sensory perception and physical engagement?
**4. Symbolism and Metaphor**: What symbolic meanings can be derived from the floor space, and how do these meanings resonate with broader themes of cleansing, redemption, and transformation?
**5. The Mundane as Art**: How does the act of cleaning the floor elevate an otherwise mundane and overlooked task to the realm of artistic expression, and what does this say about the nature of art itself?
**6. Spatial Interaction**: In what ways does the interaction between the dancer and the floor space inform the choreography and movement, and how does it contribute to the narrative of the performance?
**7. Ritualistic Elements**: How does the act of cleaning the floor take on ritualistic qualities, and what cultural or spiritual associations can be drawn from this aspect of the performance?
**8. Audience Engagement**: How does directing the audience's attention to the floor space change their perception of the performance, and how does it influence their emotional and intellectual engagement?
**9. Performativity**: How does the floor space become a stage in its own right, and what does this reveal about the performativity of space and objects in our daily lives?
**10. Transformation of Boundaries**: In what ways does the floor space transform from a simple physical plane to a boundary-defying concept, transcending traditional notions of space and artistry?
**Conclusion**
Deep observation of floor space in performance art, as exemplified in the spin-off performance by the SCHOOL OF NATURAL DANCERS, introduces a wealth of artistic, philosophical, and sensory dimensions to the experience. It challenges preconceptions about the role of space in performance and invites contemplation on the significance of the seemingly mundane. Further inquiry into these aspects can contribute to a richer understanding of the transformative power of art and its potential to redefine our relationship with the world around us.
