Cydney is a British/Canadian choreographer, director and movement coach
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About me
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I am a Director and Choreographer with an interest in storytelling through integrated art forms, specialising in movement and music theatre. In 2018 I co-produced, and participated as a choreographer in the 'Dance Story' workshop at the National Theatre Studios. We brought together six writers and six choreographers to explore story telling with movement as the lead art form. My participation in ‘Dance Story’ fuelled my passion to investigate how we use physical language to create imaginative and thought provoking narratives.
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I approach every production I work on by interrogating the narrative I am working with, to identify how physical language can support, compliment and enhance the story. A collaborative approach to choreography and directing is fundamental to my process; responding to elements introduced by the rest of the creative team and discovering the language of the physical narrative with the performers.
I believe as a theatre maker I have a responsibility to respond to, and investigate, the challenges that we face in society. I am a trained life coach with a keen interest in psychology and philosophy. I am passionate about developing work that tackles current themes in a consumable and innovative nature to reach a wide and disparate audience.
I have worked in various creative capacities across the arts as well as within production teams as a crowd 3rd AD, production assistant and videographer. I have a keen eye for detail and extensive experience managing and directing actors, dancers, musicians and background performers.
I believe as a theatre maker I have a responsibility to respond to, and investigate, the challenges that we face in society. I am a trained life coach with a keen interest in psychology and philosophy. I am passionate about developing work that tackles current themes in a consumable and innovative nature to reach a wide and disparate audience.
I have worked in various creative capacities across the arts as well as within production teams as a crowd 3rd AD, production assistant and videographer. I have a keen eye for detail and extensive experience managing and directing actors, dancers, musicians and background performers.
Recent News
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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I have recently become a certified FRCms (Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist).
'Functional Range Conditioning (FRC®), is a system of joint health optimization based on scientific principals and research.' 'There are three main training-goals when utilizing the FRC® System... Mobility Development Joint Strength Body Control' I will be incorporating FRC® principals into my teaching, movement coaching, and choreography practice, to encourage a safe and sustainable approach to movement. |
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In 2021 I completed a research and development period funded by a ‘Developing Your Creative Practice’ grant from the Arts Council England. This has given me the opportunity to investigate Biomechanics, Kinesiology and a wide range of physical disciplines in order to both inform my artistic voice, and to develop an approach to movement that encourages a safe and sustainable performance practice.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Over the past year I have been participating in physical training programs with Ido Portal, Fighting Monkey, Evolve Move Play, The Running School (London) & Anatomy in Motion.
FACILITATOR IN EDUCATION
The Bridge
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ARC of Motion
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RECENT COMMERCIALS
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BOSS ZHIPIN
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PRODUCTIONS
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Pizarro
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The Wizard of Oz
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Pippin
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Symphonie fantastique
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Out Now
Director
360° Music Video
360° Music Video
Thin Air
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Thin Air has been selected for the Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2020. 3rd - 30th November 2020 |
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Platinum Remi Winner
Film & Video Production Performance Arts - Dance, Drama, Music |
Platinum Remi Winner
Music Videos New Artist |
Gold Remi Winner
Independent Experimental Films Live Action - Little or no Dialogue |
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Thin Air is an intimate glimpse into a couple's relationship at a crucial turning point.
Created as a collaborative multi-discipline experiment, the intention was to utilize the languages of music and movement to explore the potential of storytelling in 360 and embrace the immersive experience. Music & Lyrics - Toby U-P @tobyup aka Summit of the big low Director/ Choreographer - Cydney Uffindell-Phillips @cydup Ellie - Daisy Maywood @DaisyMaywood Nathan - Sam Archer @sarcheruk 360 video production - Khaki Films khaki.tv Director / Editor - Casey Dobie Producer - Zoe Uffindell Production Assistant - Caitlin Phillips |
Watch Thin Air in 360 now...
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