Robot Dance Styles

robot dance styles

Robotics has spread its aura into the world of art including Dance. As dance evolves, the need to create something new to entertain the audience and motivate the performers increases. In recent years, the rise of different robot dance forms which develop technology and traditional choreography is seen. Here we look at robot dance styles, its robotics subfield. Also, the coupling of the two how this now and art has a new meaning thanks to this technology.

What is robot dance?

The robot dance is defined by sharp, precise and mechanical movements that resemble that of a robot. Dancers sometimes use techniques such as isolations, sharp angles and synchronicity to give an effect of robotic sharpness. The style could be performed in both solo and group form. Usually to loud electronic music that adds to the futuristic feel. The typical choreography incorporates movements that are at times very fluid and human and at times very sharp and robotic which are in turn very interesting to watch.

History

The idea of robot dancing is not a very modern one. It can be traced back to the break-dancing of the 1980s and the famous dance move called “robot”. But to this age of advanced robotics and AI, this has taken a different turn altogether. Nowadays, exponents perform to the making of incredible formations using robot-like movements, that stretch the perceived limits of human abilities and art skills.

Dance Bands

The Jabbawockeez and the Kinjaz are the most popularly known for their elaborate dance sequences involving elements of robotic dancing. Individual dancers such as Poppin’ John and Marquese Scott have been remarkable with their speed in robot dance skills. Indian Dancers like Piyush Bhagat, Raghav Juyal have made their mark in robotics dance on television.

Spreading in the world

More and more choreographers have started adopting features such as motion capture and programmable lights into their performances. The combination of performance and technology not only improves the aesthetics of the performance, but also enables interactive performances where the audience can interact with the dancers. Increased automation in Choreography Intelligence Artificial has also facilitated reimagining and experimentation with the design of dance. For example, existing steps can be fed into an algorithm, which can then compose new steps, expanding the frontiers of choreography. The invention of these modern styles is possible due to the combination of creative input and the application of advance technology.

Future

Improvements in robotics such as the development of humanoid robots and tools that use artificial intelligence to create choreographs are set to change the styles of dancing. Also, the use of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) will revolutionize the ways in which the dance will be performed or entirely change the experience of the spectators. How about a performance where dancers are on stage fighting with invisible and for enhanced dancers – virtual robots. This blend of technological advancement and art can change the meaning of an audience. Hence, robot dance styles can help converting a performance into splendid view.

Aditi Sharma

Aditi Sharma

Chemistry student with a tech instinct!