Exodus by Aaron Baksh is a dance performance that explores themes around migration. Three individuals embark on a journey struggling to flee conflict. Throughout this, they attempt to explore togetherness & loss. Inspired by current issues and conditions around the globe for those seeking refuge. Performance commissioned by Croydonites Festival for Fairfield Halls.

Performers: Aaron Baksh, Andrea Madore & Manon Servage.

Photographs by Lukasz Izdebski

This costume design was reflective of the practicality of clothes that need to last through both dance movement and a migration journey. I created large, pleated, wide leg trousers, fastened loosely with a tie and a faux wrap highneck top. Through construction, I was focused on replicating the wear of travel and migration on clothing and focused on distressing and wearing the fabric down. Using earth tones/colours to reflect themes of journey, place and connection to the earth. This project enabled me to explore my practice through the creation of 3 costumes from start to finish. It was also a pleasure to be part of such an important piece that speaks of issues that are so important in today’s world.