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