Bodies Vibrate in an Endless Stream of Images

Dancers turn into tanks, or control them with invisible reins, in Cullberg’s new production, “Flesh chariot, chariot of flesh.” The work fills the stage with shifting images of what it means to be human.

The production marks Cullberg’s first collaboration with American dancer and choreographer Faye Driscoll. It involves the entire company and builds its effect through associative, image-rich scenes rather than a straightforward narrative.

The performance consists of choreographed tableaux that remain in constant motion and transformation. Bodies become vehicles, machines or forces under control, creating a stream of images that continually changes shape.

The program describes the piece as a work for 15 dancers. On opening night, however, 14 dancers appeared in the production, which runs for just under an hour.