Reviews
Boris Charmatz - Musée de la danse — danse de nuit
Charmatz succeeds in producing a harsh and questioning work which responds to the violence and uncertainty of the current cultural climate. However, while it fascinates, it also alienates. Continue Reading
Royal Ballet - The Vertiginous Thrill of Exactitude / Tarantella / Strapless / Symphonic Dances
Although, the inclusion of the Wheeldon piece is jarring in a bill that features no other linear narratives, this is a largely enjoyable and varied evening of contemporary ballet. Continue Reading
State of Emergency - WHERE IS HOME? - Rich Mix
Where Is Home is one of those composite performances that distract you, confuse you and finally win you over... Continue Reading
Mark Murphy’s VTOL - Out of This World - Peacock Theatre
The spectacular nature of this show is entertaining to watch and the mystery of what has happened to Ellen does keep you engaged with the action for two-thirds of the performance... Continue Reading
Breakin' Convention 2017
An ambitious and diverse combination of top-flight performances, intriguing workshops, fun learning and sharing spaces. Continue Reading
Agudo Dance Company - Silk Road - Lilian Baylis Studio
As Agudo’s hands intermittently wrangle between the exacting rhythmic palmas of Flamenco and the precise hasta mudras of Kathak, the audience are presented with the shared rigour and finesse of both forms. Continue Reading
The Royal Ballet - Mayerling
Edward Watson triumphs with his feline, flexible serpent like moves. His fingers alone are mesmerising: taut and cajoling they bend, manipulate and curl around his female victims’ heads and bodies as if sc… Continue Reading
