Abstract
“Moloney” is a video installation of a script-based dance work about Margaret Moloney (1868-1952) developed by Angie Smalis and Colin Gee, composition by Erin Gee, that was premiered at “What Next Dance Festival” in Limerick, Ireland.
From Co. Limerick, Moloney was Glin’s final harbour master and the only known woman in that role. In this work, “Barbara” (Angie Smalis) considers Ms. Moloney as a woman in a position of power, managing the flow of maritime traffic. In considering the flow of the water, and the flow of men’s interests, she considers how practical things are learned from nature and history, in particular, how to navigate, and negotiate, between people.
Concept and dramaturgy: Colin Gee
Performance and choreography: Angie Smalis
Narration: Liam O'Brien
Set design: Martin Shannon
Costume design: Giordana Giache
Music: Irish Chamber Orchestra with Violin: Diane Daly and Cello: Aoife Nic Athlaoich
Composer: Erin Gee
Music Producer: Daragh Dukes
Film: Dominik Kosicki
Graphic Design: Alina O’Shaughnessy