Changes: A Science Fiction Tap Opera to the Music of David Bowie
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Changes: A Science Fiction Tap Opera to the Music of David Bowie is a new musical that is coming to Chicago. The show is a mix of science fiction, tap dancing, and the music of David Bowie.
Introduction
Welcome to Changes: A Science Fiction Tap Opera to the Music of David Bowie! This unique musical experience combines the best of two genres – sci-fi and tap dance – to create a one-of-a-kind show that is sure to entertain and inspire.
This production is a love letter to the late, great David Bowie, and features some of his most iconic songs reimagined as part of a futuristic story. The plot follows a group of rebels fighting against an oppressive regime, and features plenty of action, romance, and humor.
Changes is sure to delight fans of both genres, and will leave you tapping your feet long after the curtain falls. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
The Story
In the year 20XX, the world is on the brink of destruction. A group of scientists have been working tirelessly to find a way to save the planet, but they’ve only made things worse. As a last resort, they turn to a team of unlikely heroes to help them fix the world: a group of teenage girls who have the power to change the world with their music.
The Characters
The Characters are the people who live in and around the Space Station in the year 2112. They are a mix of human and non-human beings, all of whom have been affected by the events of their time.
The story follows the lives of these characters as they struggle to make sense of their world and themselves. Each character has their own unique story to tell, and together they create a tapestry of loss, hope, love, and determination.
The Setting
In the future, the world is a dark and scary place. The sun has gone out, leaving only a black hole in its place. The only source of light and life comes from a machine that creates a bubble around the earth, giving people just enough light to survive. In this future world, the only way to travel is by tap dancing.
When two people from different parts of the world meet by chance, they quickly fall in love. But their love is forbidden by the rules of their society. They must choose between their love and following the rules. Will they be able to find a way to be together?
The Story is a science fiction tap opera that was written by Patrick Bloom and David Badagnani. The music was composed by David Bowie.
The Music
David Bowie’s Changes was written in 1971 and has since been a fan favorite. The song is about change and how we all go through it. The lyrics are simple but profound, and the music is catchy and fun.
The Songs
The Music – (Changes: A Science Fiction Tap Opera to the Music of David Bowie) is a tap opera based on the music of David Bowie. The story follows a group of friends who travel through time and space to find each other, and ultimately themselves. The show features original songs, as well as covers of some of Bowie’s most iconic hits.
The Score
The Score of Changes: A Science Fiction Tap Opera to the Music of David Bowie is a work in progress. The current score consists of 26 pieces of music, all of which are original compositions by composer/arranger Oliver Hill.
The score is written for a 6-piece band (2 electric guitars, bass, drums, keyboard) and 3 singers (1 female, 2 male). Additionally, the score calls for 4 tap dancers, although this number is flexible depending on the resources available.
The musical style of the score is inspired by the music of David Bowie, as well as a variety of other artists who were popular during the time period in which the story takes place (the 1970s). The goal is to create a unique and exciting sound that will capture the imagination of the audience and transport them to another time and place.
The Production
The tap opera “Changes” is a musical journey through the life and work of David Bowie. It is a story told through the tap dancing of an ensemble cast, with the music of Bowie as the guide. The production is a collaboration between writer/composer/director Todd Robbins and choreographer/tap dancer ChloeNoelle.
The Cast
The Cast of The Production – (Changes: A Science Fiction Tap Opera to the Music of David Bowie) is as follows:
II. The Principal Characters
1. The Man – A character in his late 30s or early 40s. Challenged by a life-changing event, he tries to reconnect with his past.
2. The Woman – The Man’s love interest. She is a strong and independent woman who is also going through a life-changing event.
3. The Child – A young boy who is the son of the Man and the Woman. He is caught in the middle of his parents’ divorce and tries to make sense of it all.
4. The Mother – The Man’s mother. She is a kind and loving woman who is struggling to deal with her son’s divorce.
5a/4b. The Father – The Woman’s father. He is a gruff and opinionated man who does not approve of his daughter’s choices in life.
5b/4a. The Seller – A mysterious figure who seems to know more about the events unfolding than anyone else. He may or may not be benevolent.
The Crew
The Creators
Changes was created by Bill Shannon, Tap Man – a Chicago based tap dancer, choreographer and visual artist, and Chad Weinard, Music Man – a Brooklyn based musician, composer and sound designer.
billy Tap is the company’s founder and artistic director. He has been called “a powerhouse of movement and inventiveness” by the Chicago Tribune, “a virtuoso” by the New York Times and “one of the most interesting people working in dance today” by Time Out New York. His work has been presented in theaters, museums, nightclubs and outdoor spaces around the world.
Chad Weinard is a Brooklyn based musician, composer and sound designer. He has created music for theater, film, television and dance. His work has been heard on NPR, MTV, PBS and in dozens of other places.
Conclusion
The changes in our solar system are just a drop in the bucket compared to the changes that occur on a cosmic scale. The universe is constantly changing, and we are constantly changing with it. No one knows what the future holds, but we can be sure that change is the one constant we can count on.
