2GETHER AS 1 With Technology
An anthology of 5 short dance films that explore the co-dependence of mankind and artificial intelligence. SMU dancers will perform alongside their robotic counterparts in this groundbreaking collaboration with NUS Advanced Robotics Centre. Conceptualised and choreographed by Singapore’s award-winning street dance duo, ScRach MarcS.
A world run by automatons is so ingrained in our everyday lives that we do not pause to question its existence. Meanwhile, in a parallel universe, the robots are discovering and studying the human race for the first time…
With the advancement of neuroscience and intelligence enhancement, will robots one day be teaching us how to be humans? Will they develop their own consciousness and become indiscernible from us? SENTIENCE weighs in on the similarities, differences, areas of displacement and co-existence between man and machine.
You may start your experience by clicking on any hotspots on the human anatomy.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
ScRach MarcS
Formed in 2008, ScRach MarcS has won many international dance competitions (L.A, Canada and Asia). They have performed in China and the US, and judged competitions like Destructive Steps in Australia. The dynamic duo pursues new ideologies to evolve street dance and is all about creative movement and treating dance as an art form without boundaries or labels. They are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting works that push the creative mind and elevate their artistry as creators, innovators and artists.
PRODUCTION PARTNER
Advanced Robotics Centre, National University of Singapore
The NUS Advanced Robotics Centre (ARC) was established in 2013 with support from both NUS Faculty of Engineering and NUS School of Computing. The goal of ARC is to lead and support robotics research in Singapore, and over time, gain international recognition as a peak of excellence in robotics research. One core research theme of ARC is human-centred collaborative robotics, with the goal of developing the scientific foundations, technologies, and integrated platforms that enable symbiotic human-robot interaction and collaboration.
CREDITS
PROLOGUE
Dancers:
Elizabeth Wong
Jeff Lim Shen Jie
Joshua Lee
Leong Kit Yee
Lok Ying Cheng Sheryee
May Chan
Nicolette Ang
Owen Goh
Phyllis Khoo Xin Ni
Teo Ting Wei
Wilson Teh Yang Jie
Wong Woan Woei
COGNITION
Dancers:
Elizabeth Wong
Leong Kit Yee
Nicolette Ang
SENSES
Dancers:
Jeff Lim Shen Jie
May Chan
Teo Ting Wei
JUDGEMENT
Dancers:
Wilson Teh Yang Jie
Wong Woan Woei
FUNCTIONALITY
Dancers:
Elizabeth Wong
Jeff Lim Shen Jie
Joshua Lee
Leong Kit Yee
Lok Ying Cheng Sheryee
May Chan
Nicolette Ang
Owen Goh
Phyllis Khoo Xin Ni
Teo Ting Wei
Wilson Teh Yang Jie
Wong Woan Woei
PRODUCTION TEAM
PRODUCERS Christopher Goh, Gloria Chee
NUS FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
DEAN Professor Aaron Thean
DIRECTOR (ADMINISTRATION) Shireen Lian
ASSISTANT MANAGER, DEAN’S OFFICE Ong Hui Tian
ADVANCED ROBOTICS CENTRE, NUS FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
DIRECTOR Professor Marcelo Ang
RESEARCH ENGINEERS Isaac Ng Xian Yao, Liu Zhiyang
SENIOR MANAGER Cheah Kok Keong
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT Zhou Lei
PRODUCTION COMPANY AMOK amok.tv
VIDEO EXECUTIVE PRODUCER Nick Guan
VIDEO EXECUTIVE PRODUCER Zheng Jiaxin
VIDEO PRODUCER Ng Weng Yao
VIDEO DIRECTOR
Zon Chan www.instagram.com/zzonzz
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Tim Goh midnightpossefilms.co
CAMERA ASSISTANT Justin Faith Ng
GAFFER Xie Fengmao
GRIPS Zhang Jiapei, Mary Ma
PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS Irish Gayle, Sherelle
TRUSS OPERATOR Kishi Rahmat
EDITORS Koh Min Yi, Leanne Chan
COLOURIST Zon Chan
COSTUMER Grace Wong awesomecostumes.com.sg
MAKEUP ARTISTE Marcus AC www.instagram.com/_marcusac_
SMU PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS
Faith Lim
Kodumudi Sridhar Indumathi
Regina Chua
Vania Ng
Victoria Wong
SMU CLUBS
SMU ARDIENTE
Ardiente is SMU’s Latin Ballroom club which specialises in 5 genres - Chachacha, Rumba, Jive, Samba and Paso Doble. We boast a membership of over 50 dancers along with a strong community of committed alumni. Ardiente members attend weekly training sessions and have numerous opportunities to perform and compete in internal and external events.
SMU EURHYTHMIX
SMU Eurhythmix, or affectionately known as EMIX, is SMU’s premier hip-hop dance club. Known for its creative signature productions - Timeless and RAW for carrying strong and relatable messages with a tint of humour. In 2018, the club was crowned the tertiary champion in Super 24. EMIX also finds time to give back to the society through its community service initiative – Youth-Rhythmix [Y-MIX].
SMU FUNK MOVEMENT
Established in 2013, SMU Funk Movement (SMUFM) is a street style dance club that specialises in funk styles, Popping and Locking. SMUFM believes in grooming its members into a close-knitted community of self-motivated dancers and has about 60 members typically. Members of SMUFM attend regular training and are provided with opportunities to develop their craft through University-wide events, club events, productions and participation in external dance battles.
SMU INDANCITY
Founded in 2006, SMU INDANCITY is SMU's official contemporary dance club. Under the guidance of artistic director Hong Guofeng and technique master Andy Benjamin Cai, the club strives to uphold high standards of technique and professionalism. Besides its annual production – BEYOND, SMU INDANCITY is also regularly involved in school performances and holds classes for the public to encourage appreciation of the contemporary art form.
2GETHER AS 1 SUPPORTS
THE SMU RESILIENCE FUND
The programmes you have watched are a labour of love from over 300 youths over the last 8 months. They have come 2GETHER AS 1 to pursue their common passion in the arts, while juggling the commitments from other aspects of their lives. For some students, this includes shouldering financial difficulties during the pandemic. You can help ease their load by donating generously to SMU Resilience Fund, a university-wide effort established in 2020 to provide timely and much-needed relief for SMU students. We look forward to receiving your support during this festive season.
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