Your Applause Please
"Your Applause Please" is a duet that sparks a conversation about the significance of applause. Beginning with an upbeat and lively tone that reflects the excitement of performing, the duet gradually becomes more contemplative and introspective. Eventually, Nina Simone's voice joins the dialogue, ushering in themes of time, relationships, and the delicate art of letting go.
about the maker
Elijah motley
Elijah (Eli) Motley, a North Carolina-based choreographer, dancer, and educator, holds an MFA in Dance from UNC Greensboro and a dual BA/BS from Old Dominion University. He has performed with notable dance companies such as Chicago Dance Crash and Rennie Harris: Pure Movement. His own work has been commissioned and presented at festivals and universities across the U.S. Currently, Eli serves as an assistant professor at Elon University.