Alive from Off Center
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About
An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
Seasons
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
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An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines.
Episodes
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Short Video Artworks
In John Sanborn and Kit Fitzgerald’s Ear to the Ground, percussionist David Van Thieghem “plays” the city of New York as he uses everyday objects as instruments. Zbigniew Rybczynski’s The Discreet Charm of the Diplomacy depicts a cocktail party at the White House, where animals are also invited. Ringside by Michael Schwartz showcases a dance by Elizabeth Streb, followed by a futuristic music video for Laurie Anderson’s song “Sharkey’s Day.” William Wegman’s Singing Stomach features a man contorting his torso to look like a face alongside another segment of Wegman teaching a dog how to spell. Lastly, At Battersea Power Station features a performance by Sankai Juku.
Video Dance
This program opens with a piece performed by the dance group "Maasai," which explores an African tribal dance and its variations performed in 1980s London. The second and final segment, "Parafango," is a collaboration between choreographer and dancer Karole Armitage, video artist George Atlas, and musician David Linton that depicts a woman's surrealistic dream about a man she encounters at a party.
Smothering Dreams
Smothering Dreams features an interview with video artist/sculptor Dan Reeves as well as clips from his video piece of the same title. The work juxtaposes footage from combat against shots of everyday children’s play in order to critique America’s fascination with war and violence. In the interview portion of this 1985 episode, Reeves shares his personal experiences of serving as a US marine in Vietnam during the 1960s. Smothering Dreams is dedicated to the soldiers of 3rd Platoon Company A 1st Amtrac Battalion and the North Vietnamese soldiers who died on January 20, 1969, along the Cua Viet River.
Comedy Video
Artists who poke fun at the medium of television are the focus of this 1985 episode. As noted by host Susan Stamberg, Comedy on Video is highly self-reflexive since these artists not only mock commercial television but also educational television, a subgenre in which Alive from Off Center can be included. Segments include Zbigniew Rybczynski’s The Day Before, William Wegman’s Man Ray – Man Ray, “Joan Logue’s TV Commercials for Artists, and Tom Rubnitz and actress Ann Magnuson’s Made for TV.
Tongues
Directed by video artist Shirley Clarke, Tongues (1985) is a collaboration between playwright Sam Shepard and actor Joseph Chaikin. According to Chaikin, Tongues is about “somebody being reborn and reborn again.” In the video, Chaikin performs a monologue that addresses existential concepts such as birth, death, and rebirth in many different voices. At one point, he carries on a dialogue between two people. His performance is punctuated by the sound of percussion instruments and various visual effects. This episode also includes an interview with Clarke about her work and the medium of video by host Susan Stamberg.
Summer Dances
"Summer" is the theme of the dances, which are performed outdoors. Inspired by the teenage life in a working-class neighborhood, the first dance, "You Little Wild Heart" by Marta Renzi, is performed to music by Bruce Springsteen in an actual suburban neighborhood. In the second dance, "District 1" by Rudy Perez, Boston's City Hall Plaza is transformed into a kind of summer playground. In "George's House" by Dan Wagoner, a group of young women play "hide-and-seek" by popping their heads in and out of the doors and windows of a cabin to the rhythm of the country music accompaniment. In "Secret of the Waterfall" by Charles Atlas and Douglas Dunn, performers move to the phrases and words of a poem, which appear on screen as part of the visual composition. The final piece, "From An Island Summer" by Atlas and Karole Armitage, follows a group of dancers through Coney Island from the boardwalk to the amusement park, as passersby react with surprise.
A Personal History of the American Theatre
Spalding Gray discusses his experiences working as a professional theater actor while sitting at a desk or table in the same manner as many of his filmed and theatrically released monologues.
Artist's Music Videos
This program, hosted by Susan Stamberg, showcases alt rock music videos, beginning with "The Dancing Man," in which a recurring song torments a man. The video "The Women's Group" by the British New Wave group "The Flying Lizards" offers a satirical view of a "woman's world" and the "traps" that she faces. "Lake Placid 80" by artist Nam June Paik uses images of Olympic ice skaters as they whirl to the beat of a rock song. In "Record Players" by Christian Marclay, unidentified hands "play" acetate LPs by scratching them. "Once in a Lifetime," a music video by "Talking Heads" band leader David Byrne, is followed by Joan Logue's "TV Commercials for Artists" in which she presents unconventional video portraits of Steve Reich (clapping hands), Nam June Paik (playing a piano in an unorthodox way), and Laurie Anderson (using her head as percussion). The final segment, "Act III", is a piece by John Sanborn and Dean Winkler with music by Philip Glass.
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About Alive from Off Center
An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines. Across 11 seasons and 26 episodes, with status "Returning Series".
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There's a reason Alive from Off Center keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Alive from Off Center have?
Alive from Off Center has 26 episodes across 11 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.
Is Alive from Off Center good? What's the rating?
Alive from Off Center holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Is Alive from Off Center available in Inglés?
Yes — Alive from Off Center was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Alive from Off Center released?
Alive from Off Center first aired in 1985.
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You can watch Alive from Off Center online for free on CineFlixo. All 26 episodes across 11 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Alive from Off Center have?
Alive from Off Center currently has 11 seasons and a total of 26 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Alive from Off Center about?
An avant-garde omnibus that features works by off-the-wall artists in many different disciplines. It belongs to the Documentary genre.
In which language is Alive from Off Center originally available?
Alive from Off Center was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Alive from Off Center first released?
Alive from Off Center first premiered on July 1, 1985 (1985). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.
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