Dance Lighting

I thought this photo was really interesting because the dancers' features cannot be seen by the audience. I think this allows for the audience to focus more on the movement and the bodies of the dancers. The blue background or blue light does give some color, so the dancers can be seen. I think it also gives the audience a feeling of suspense, if the dancers are only silhouettes for a short period.
I think the lighting plays a big part in this dance. The man appears to be going to away from everyone, but they do not want him to leave, so they try to keep him there. I think the way it is so dark and the dancers are wearing black helps the audience focus on the limbs and movement of the dancers. The way the light shines on the people holding the man back allows the audience to focus on them and body parts they are holding. This then allows them to see how the man being held moves while being held.