April 2015
Dance UK Conference - Emerging Artists: Training, Creativity & Choreography
Dance UK's first ever dance conference ended on an up-beat note, as the industry prepares itself for the dynamic next generation of dance artists. Continue Reading
How Christopher Wheeldon adapted 'An American in Paris' for Broadway
The Royal Ballet choreographer talks to Judith Mackrell about his adaptation of 'An American in Paris', currently playing at Palace Theatre. Continue Reading
Dance UK conference - The Future: dance Form debates
On Saturday afternoon at Dance UK’s The Future: New Ideas, New Inspirations conference attendees were spoilt for choice as five concurrent sessions addressed the future of different dance forms: Ballet, B… Continue Reading
Scottish Dance Theatre - Innocence - Royal Festival Hall, Spirit Level
If ever a company deserved more government funding for nationwide dance initiatives like this, it’s Scottish Dance Theatre.
Scottish Dance Theatre - Innocence - Royal Festival Hall, Spirit Level
In staging their dance experience for young children, Scottish Dance Theatre wisely followed the golden rule: keep it simple. As any parent knows, an expensive toy can lie unused on the floor while their child p… Continue Reading
Scottish Dance Theatre and The One Ensemble - Miann - Queen Elizabeth Hall
Darkin has created a work that sits perfectly on her superb little company and Miann has the hallmarks of becoming a signature work for Scottish Dance Theatre. Continue Reading
Scottish Dance Theatre and The One Ensemble - Miann - Queen Elizabeth Hall
The best moments of Miann, for me, are choreographic rather than atmospheric.
Olivier Awards 2015 announced
The Olivier Awards were announced at the Royal Opera House last night (Sunday 12th April). Sarah Blanc and Lise Smith were on the red carpet to catch interviews with some of the nominees, amongst others, as th… Continue Reading
Chair of Dance UK steps down
After his public statement last week supporting criticism of UK dance training by choreographers Akram Khan, Lloyd Newson and Hofesh Shechter, Farooq Chaudhry announced he has stepped down Continue Reading
National Youth Dance Company - Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's Frame[d] - Sadler's Wells
NYDC’s work is unequivocally good for its young dancers, but it is also good for audiences, offering a rewarding tour around Planet Cherkaoui.
National Youth Dance Company - Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's Frame[d] - Sadler's Wells
The section in which the corps transport the oversized frames, balancing their bodies on the tips of the right angles, is mesmerising. This affecting scene is intensified by a soothing medieval polyphonic soundtrack and clever lighting design.
Dance UK Conference - The Future: New Ideas, New Inspirations
Dance UK's industry wide conference closed on Sunday. So far we have reports on the Dragon's Den Agile fundraiser, dance in education, digital & health... Continue Reading
Sarah Crompton on talent vs effort
Leading dance companies' recent criticism of the standard of British dancers must be put into a wider context if we want young people to succeed, argues Sarah Crompton. Continue Reading
Tanztheater Wuppertal dancers on performing Pina Bausch
The Guardian's Chris Wiegand talks to Tanztheater Wuppertal dancers about two of Pina Bausch's 80s creations ahead of their revival at Sadler's Wells this month. Continue Reading
South Bank Sky Arts Awards Nominees
The 2015 nominations for Sky Arts Dance Award have been announced. Continue Reading