Technology should be used to enhance artistic statements, not replace them. Choreographer, dancer, and inventor Huang Yi manages to control the technological narrative in beautiful ways, using robots as a tool to further explore the mysteries of motion. “Ink” dissects Tong Yang-Tze’s calligraphy through numbers featuring Huang alongside an industrial robot he programmed. Contrasting fluidity of linework and athletic capabilities with the limitations of robotics is a sight to behold. The result is a ferocious medley of movement and dynamic visuals. Gather at Bass Concert Hall to witness Huang’s rising star before it ascends our universe. – Cat McCarrey
