Ichnology Tour - Asaf Avidan

Location

Europe

When Asaf approached me and shared his new press pictures, which were generated by an AI bot in the style of Film Noir, we immediately envisioned the perfect stage concept. From that moment onward, we began brainstorming possibilities to recreate that aesthetic on stage and discussed how to capture the contrasts, black-and-white elements, and expressionistic lighting reminiscent of the past.
I visited different thrift shops to assemble the set pieces. We chose them carefully to achieve the 40s/50s look reminiscent of the films from that era.
The show was conceptually staged in five distinct acts, inspired by the structure of a film noir. Between these acts, Asaf changed positions on stage and seamlessly transitioned between his instruments.
We designed three unique worlds or settings on stage. The first was his Music Room, where he invited the audience to an intimate gathering to create music together. The second was his Piano Room, where he could delve into his darkest, saddest, and most intense moments with the audience. The third setting was a bar/living room situation, where he invited the audience for a drink and a chat, providing a cozy space for three truly intimate songs
To unveil another layer on stage, we opted to employ a moving curtain positioned upstage. Once raised, this curtain revealed an additional layer of fabric with a beige hue, symbolizing hope and offering us the opportunity to infuse it with colors distinct from the black-and-white world we initially presented. We determined that this would be the exclusive method to showcase deep and vibrant colors on stage—a reflection of this fabric. Like a horizon of light capturing the mood of the song, it would be at times fully visible and at other times just a hint, due to the curtain in front. Through this installation, we could play with various contrasts and emphasize the versatility of this minimalist setup.