4 Brainwave Connections Summer 2006

## MorrisonDance and BrainMaster perform “Inside” at ## The Cleveland Clinic Bakken Heart/Brain Institute

This new adaptation of INSIDE included new dance moves including gymnastic maneuvers and even a headstand, as part of the updated choreography. Morrison also participated in live demonstrations during the pre-dinner activities, showing that her awareness and control of brain states contribute to her artistic composure and expression. Neurofeedback provides a two-way street, in which the audience appreciates the internal brain states of the performer, while the performer enjoys the benefits of neurofeedback for peak performance and creativity. Morrison's EEG showed that she was able to remain "in the zone" during the demonstrations, which yielded both interesting and engaging EEG displays, and enhanced the quality of the performance. BrainMaster and MorrisonDance plan to continue their collaboration fusing art and science, in the pursuit of new ways of approaching the brain, mind, heart, and the "dancer within." Future projects will include EKG monitoring, heart-rate variability, and additional modalities, as part of the continuing artistic and technical development of this new and engaging art form.