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At the heart of this collaboration is the idea that stillness is not merely the absence of movement, but an active, meditative practice. Emiri Momota describes her rehearsal process as a form of , where she focuses on a single point within a complex choreography to achieve a state of total presence. This "freeze" serves as a bridge between the physical exertion of dance and the mental clarity of Zen practices. Meet the Collaborators

: Acting as the creative visionary, Bourne’s direction focuses on the aesthetic of the "suspended moment." His work often intersects with high fashion and avant-garde performance art, aiming to capture the ephemeral nature of live performance. Artistic Significance

The artistic collaboration titled , featuring Japanese dancer Emiri Momota and creative director Sam Bourne , represents a profound intersection of movement, meditation, and visual storytelling. First detailed in an exclusive interview with DIA , the project explores the concept of "the freeze"—a singular moment where time and motion suspend to reveal a deeper psychological state. The Philosophy of the "Freeze"

: A performer known for her technical precision and emotive range, Momota brings a disciplined approach to the project. Her ability to hold tension within stillness is the focal point of the "24 08 23" series.

In a world characterized by constant motion and digital "noise," stands as a reminder of the power of the pause. For Momota, the "moment of the freeze" is where the most honest version of the artist resides, stripped of the distractions of technical sequence.