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São Paulo Dance Company tours UK and Ireland with triple bill

23 November 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Sao Paulo Dance Company, Cassi Abranches's Agora, photo Camilo Munoz + Iari Davies 7, brighter

“Brazilian heat and energy power the virtuoso dancers of one of Brazil’s finest dance companies in a thrilling triple bill.” Irish premiere: Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Dublin on 5 & 6 FebruaryUK … [Read more...] about São Paulo Dance Company tours UK and Ireland with triple bill

[Review] Compagnie Marie Chouinard’s Radical Vitality – “the best of” programme shows the breadth of Chouinard’s remarkable work

13 November 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Compagnie Marie Chouinard in Radical Vitality - 2

It’s normal for people to giggle when they feel uncomfortable and embarrassed. It’s odd, however, when people laugh just because those on stage are laughing, however tragic the situation, as though … [Read more...] about [Review] Compagnie Marie Chouinard’s Radical Vitality – “the best of” programme shows the breadth of Chouinard’s remarkable work

The Place announces its 2024 Spring Season

2 November 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

The Place, photo by Jenny Harper

The Place – London’s centre for dance performance and creation for over 50 years – has announced its spring 2024 season, with highlights including a new adaptation of Frankenstein by Mark Bruce … [Read more...] about The Place announces its 2024 Spring Season

California Connections: Three Pioneering Women – Duncan, Graham, Lewitzky

13 October 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Martha Graham photo by Cris Alexander crop

Yorke Dance Project presents a celebration of choreographers Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham and Bella Lewitzky Yorke Dance Project, the contemporary ballet company run by Yolande Yorke-Edgell, will … [Read more...] about California Connections: Three Pioneering Women – Duncan, Graham, Lewitzky

[Review] Kate Prince’s Message In A Bottle. Dance-theatre to Sting’s music – breathtaking and important

8 October 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Message In A Bottle- Helen Maybanks 2

Matthew Paluch sees Message In A Bottle: "one of those important shows that take a prevalent, complex issue and make it accessible and tangible to the masses." TitleMessage In A BottleCompanySadler’s … [Read more...] about [Review] Kate Prince’s Message In A Bottle. Dance-theatre to Sting’s music – breathtaking and important

[Review] Alvin Ailey’s ‘21st Century Creations’ in London

12 September 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's Constance Stamatiou in Ronald K Brown's Dancing Spirit. Photo by Paul Kolnik_87

Jann Parry sees Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 21st Century Creations programme Title21st Century CreationsCompanyAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterVenueSadler’s Wells, LondonDate8 September … [Read more...] about [Review] Alvin Ailey’s ‘21st Century Creations’ in London

Phoenix Dance Theatre appoints Marcus Jarrell Willis as new artistic director

5 September 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

02. Marcus Jarrell Willis. Photo Hugo Glendinning.

Marcus Jarrell Willis, 38, dancer and choreographer, has been appointed as artistic director of Phoenix Dance Theatre, the Black British dance company based in Leeds, UK. Willis was born in … [Read more...] about Phoenix Dance Theatre appoints Marcus Jarrell Willis as new artistic director

Scottish Ballet’s Twice-Born double bill in rehearsal

1 September 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Schachmatt Production image courtesy of Gauthier Dance & Dance Company Theaterhaus Stuttgart. Credit Regina Brocke

Scottish Ballet’s double bill, Twice-Born, presents works by two of the most exciting choreographers working today: a new work by Olivier Award-winning Dickson Mbi, and the UK premiere of Schachmatt … [Read more...] about Scottish Ballet’s Twice-Born double bill in rehearsal

London’s Coronet Theatre – international season of dance with 5 UK or World premieres

20 August 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Ambiguous Dance Company - Rhythm of Human, photo by Sang Hoon OK

This Autumn, London’s Coronet Theatre presents 5 UK or World premieres in a season of dance from Korea, France, Italy, Japan, Switzerland, Spain and the UK. The season features companies that merge … [Read more...] about London’s Coronet Theatre – international season of dance with 5 UK or World premieres

[Review] Kammerballetten – contemporary dance in Copenhagen

19 August 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Tobias Praetorius 1-Photo Tom McKenzie

Matthew Paluch sees Kammerballetten at the studio theatre of the Copenhagen Opera House TitleKammerballetten CompanyTrio Vitruvi / KammerballettenVenueTakkelloftet, The Royal Opera House, … [Read more...] about [Review] Kammerballetten – contemporary dance in Copenhagen

[Review] Trajal Harrell’s Porca Miseria – profound or codswallop, you’ve gotta love art

14 May 2023 by Matthew Paluch 1 Comment

01. Trajal Harrell, Porca Miseria, Maggie the Cat, Songhay Toldon, image credit Tristram Kenton

Matthew Paluch sees Trajal Harrell's Porca Miseria in London TitlePorca Miseria: Deathbed | O Medea | Maggie the CatCompanyTrajal HarrellVenueThe Barbican, LondonDate13 May 2023ReviewerMatthew … [Read more...] about [Review] Trajal Harrell’s Porca Miseria – profound or codswallop, you’ve gotta love art

[Review] Kontemporary Korea – original, focused, skilled work, but it didn’t rock my world

10 May 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

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Matthew Paluch sees 'Kontemporary Korea, a triple bill of K:Dance' by Howool Baek and Company SIGA TitleKontemporary KoreaCompanyHowool Baek | Company SIGAVenueThe Place, LondonDate9 May … [Read more...] about [Review] Kontemporary Korea – original, focused, skilled work, but it didn’t rock my world

[Review] Balthus Variations and other delights in La Scala’s Ballet School show

7 May 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Balthus Variations, photo by Marta Rossetti

The lucky ballet students of Milan’s academy at La Scala get to perform five shows on one of Milan’s most famous stages – the Teatro Strehler, named after the great director who established the famed … [Read more...] about [Review] Balthus Variations and other delights in La Scala’s Ballet School show

[Review] Nederlands Dance Theater triple bill – knowingly incomplete?

21 April 2023 by Jann Parry 1 Comment

Figures in Extinction [1.0], photo by Rahi Rezvani 2022 - 2

Jann Parry sees the Nederlands Dance Theater in London TitleGabriela Carrizo/Jiri Kylian/ Crystal Pite and Simon McBurneyCompanyNederlands Dans TheaterVenueSadler’s Wells, LondonDate19 April … [Read more...] about [Review] Nederlands Dance Theater triple bill – knowingly incomplete?

[Review] Akram Khan’s Jungle Book reimagined – there’s lots to savour, but…

5 April 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

07 - Akram Khan's Jungle Book reimagined, photo by Ambra Vernuccio

Matthew Paluch sees Akram Khan's Jungle Book reimagined TitleJungle Book reimaginedCompanyAkram Khan CompanyVenueSadler's Wells, LondonDate5 April 2023ReviewerMatthew Paluch Most synopses of … [Read more...] about [Review] Akram Khan’s Jungle Book reimagined – there’s lots to savour, but…

Wayne McGregor presents the dance programme for the Biennale di Venezia 2023

3 April 2023 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Wayne McGregor, original photo by Pål Hansen

Altered States, the title of the 17th International Festival of Contemporary Dance for the Biennale di Venezia 2023 (13-29 July), is the third chapter with which the director Wayne McGregor continues … [Read more...] about Wayne McGregor presents the dance programme for the Biennale di Venezia 2023

On the And: Honouring the legacy of choreographer Sir Robert Cohan

27 March 2023 by Jonathan Gray 1 Comment

Robert Cohan with Patrick Harding-Irmer. Photo by Anthony Crickmay crop

Jonathan Gray sees On the And, a performance celebrating Robert Cohan's life TitleOn the And: Honouring the Legacy of Sir Robert CohanCompanySir Robert Cohan Dance Legacy CICVenueThe Place, … [Read more...] about On the And: Honouring the legacy of choreographer Sir Robert Cohan

[Review] Sivan Rubinstein’s DANCE NO 2° – style over substance

26 February 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Sivan Rubinstein,Dance No 2, photo by Jurga Ramonaite 2021-04

Matthew Paluch sees Sivan Rubinstein’s DANCE NO 2° at The Place TitleDANCE NO 2°CompanySivan RubinsteinVenueThe Place, LondonDate25 February 2023ReviewerMatthew Paluch The Place had a different … [Read more...] about [Review] Sivan Rubinstein’s DANCE NO 2° – style over substance

[Review] Katherina Radeva’s 40/40 – truly powerful

25 February 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Katherina Radeva in 4040, photo by Beth Chalmers 2022-02

Matthew Paluch sees Katherina Radeva's 40/40 at The Place Title40/40CompanyKatherina RadevaVenueThe Place, LondonDate23 February 2023ReviewerMatthew Paluch It's daunting to review some people and … [Read more...] about [Review] Katherina Radeva’s 40/40 – truly powerful

[Review] Dada Masilo’s The Sacrifice – an intriguing piece, magnificently performed

22 February 2023 by Jonathan Gray 1 Comment

04 - Dada Masilo-The Sacrifice-Photo by Tristram Kenton

Jonathan Gray sees Dada Masilo’s The Sacrifice in Brighton at the start of a Dance Consortium tour TitleThe SacrificeCompanyDada MasiloVenueBrighton DomeDate21 February 2023ReviewerJonathan … [Read more...] about [Review] Dada Masilo’s The Sacrifice – an intriguing piece, magnificently performed

[Review] Holly Blakey Presents: Cowpuncher My Ass – a mixed bag but with evident skill

16 February 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Holly Blakey Presents Cowpuncher My Ass - 2

Matthew Paluch sees Cowpuncher My Ass and reflects on the dog-poo incident TitleCowpuncher My AssCompanyHolly BlakelyVenueThe Royal Festival Hall, LondonDate05 February 2023ReviewerMatthew … [Read more...] about [Review] Holly Blakey Presents: Cowpuncher My Ass – a mixed bag but with evident skill

[Review] Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal’s Dance Me – little to savour in the Leonard Cohen dance show

11 February 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Ballets Jazz Montréal in Dance Me, photo by Rolando Paolo Guerzoni - 4

Matthew Paluch sees Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal's Dance Me TitleDance MeCompanyLes Ballets Jazz de MontréalVenueSadler's Wells, LondonDate10 February 2023ReviewerMatthew Paluch The first few … [Read more...] about [Review] Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal’s Dance Me – little to savour in the Leonard Cohen dance show

[Review] Thick & Tight presents “Tits and Teeth – a retrospective of a dazzling career”

26 January 2023 by Matthew Paluch Leave a Comment

Eleanor Perry & Daniel Hay-Gordon in Queen Have & Miss Haven't, photo by Rosie Powell-01

Matthew Paluch sees Thick & Tight's "Tits and Teeth – a retrospective of a dazzling career" TitleTits and Teeth – a retrospective of a dazzling careerCompanyThick & TightVenueShoreditch Town … [Read more...] about [Review] Thick & Tight presents “Tits and Teeth – a retrospective of a dazzling career”

[Review] Through the Grapevine – voyeurism at full pelt

17 January 2023 by Matthew Paluch 1 Comment

Through the Grapevine - Not Standing - Alexander Vantournhout and Axel Guérin, photo by Bart Grietens - 3

Guest author Matthew Paluch sees Not Standing's Through the Grapevine TitleThrough the GrapevineCompanyNot StandingVenueThe Place, LondonDate16 January 2023ReviewerMatthew Paluch Say circus artist … [Read more...] about [Review] Through the Grapevine – voyeurism at full pelt

Wayne McGregor on the harm of touch-by-tech and his inspirational Biennale

15 April 2021 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Wayne McGregor in Venice © La Biennale di Venezia 2021

Philosopher Matthew Fulkerson wrote: It is through touch that we are able to interact directly with the world; it is our primary conduit of both pleasure and pain. Touch may be our most immediate … [Read more...] about Wayne McGregor on the harm of touch-by-tech and his inspirational Biennale

The Venice Biennale – Dance 2021 with Wayne McGregor

14 April 2021 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Odyssey - Compagnie Herve Koubi, photo by Frédérique Calloch

Between July and September, the Venice Biennale becomes an international stage for the performing arts and for 2021 Wayne McGregor takes up the reins of the dance section until 2023. Participants … [Read more...] about The Venice Biennale – Dance 2021 with Wayne McGregor

[Review] In difficult times, the MilanOltre Contemporary Dance Festival completes a month of shows

17 October 2020 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

Les nuits barbares © Frédérique Calloch

It is a minor miracle that the MilanOltre contemporary dance festival managed to present its 34th edition this year. The organisers made many changes to the original programme – the company from China … [Read more...] about [Review] In difficult times, the MilanOltre Contemporary Dance Festival completes a month of shows

Photo Album: first look at The Royal Ballet’s triple bill by Tharp, Pita and Shechter

7 November 2017 by Gramilano Leave a Comment

The Wind. Artists of The Royal Ballet. ©ROH, 2017, photo by Tristram Kenton 2

New work is as central to the repertory of The Royal Ballet as revivals of the classics. For Director of The Royal Ballet Kevin O’Hare, contemporary choreographers and dancers are ‘creating the … [Read more...] about Photo Album: first look at The Royal Ballet’s triple bill by Tharp, Pita and Shechter

Balanchine saves the day – a triple bill at La Scala: La Valse, Symphony in C and Scheherazade

30 April 2017 by Gramilano 8 Comments

Symphony in C (3)

An odd evening at La Scala saw Balanchine’s pure, sparkling choreography for Symphony in C sandwiched between two new contemporary creations on music which has already had phenomenally successful … [Read more...] about Balanchine saves the day – a triple bill at La Scala: La Valse, Symphony in C and Scheherazade

Robbins-Preljocaj-Ekman with Eleonora Abbagnato and the Rome Opera Ballet

17 April 2017 by Gramilano 5 Comments

Alessio Rezza in The Concert by Jerome Robbins, photo by Yasuko Kageyama, Teatro dell'Opera, Rome

Eleonora Abbagnato, who became director of the Rome Opera Ballet two years ago (while retaining her position as Étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet, and commitments such as a panel judge for the reality … [Read more...] about Robbins-Preljocaj-Ekman with Eleonora Abbagnato and the Rome Opera Ballet

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