By Adrienne Hart, Artistic Director of Neon Dance. Neon Dance is a professional dance company based in Swindon (UK) and we tour internationally, creating work for the stage, screen and spaces in between. We work […]
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NEXT Choreography cultivates a collaborative praxis ahead of festival
Words by Florence Nicholls. When we think about dance education, what might come to mind is a dimly lit studio, ill-fitting leotards and gruelling exercises. Or maybe, romantically, the pursuit of a life-long dream to […]
Mouth Wash and Razor Blades by Casper Dillen
Words by Isabelle Enquist. Mouth Wash and Razor Blades, choreographed by Casper Dillen and performed by members of Small Sample Size Theatre, with a score by composer Gia Dreyer, took place on January 18th at […]
Needle Dance by Makiko Harris
Words by Sarah Lapinsky. I arrived to Art’otel Hoxton on the 21st of February for a private viewing of Needle Dance, a new dance film by Japanese-American, interdisciplinary artist, Makiko Harris. Walking down the stairs […]
Striking works graced the stage at Resolution on 15 February
Words by Pranita Choudhry. On 15 February, each piece approached multiple themes at a time. Schlusselkind created a mystical journey, whereas the Journal of 7 was a keen reminder of our present and the sins […]
Resolution performances on 12 February a complete hit
Words by Pranita Choudhry. On 12th February, we had three very different concepts that complemented one another in making the evening a rich experience with the audience delving through their cultural, philosophical and technological worlds. […]
Reflecting on SERAFINE1369’s IV
Words by Phoebe Beckett Chingono. This article is part of our REWRITE series with Chisenhale Dance Space’s Artist Community. This text is a reflection on the choreographic work IV by SERAFINE1369. In SERAFINE1369’s own words: […]
(LA)HORDE on the Age of Content
Words by Katie Hagan. Known for creating eruptive, cool and propulsive dance works, (LA)HORDE was formed back in 2013 by three friends Marine Brutti, Jonathan Debrouwer and Arthur Harel shortly after Marine and Jonathan met […]
My week with Pina
Words by Bengi-Sue Sirin. By pure luck of timing, two Pina Bausch events hit London within one week. Just one is a privilege, so two felt like a gift. As a die-hard Tanztheater Wuppertal fan, […]
Emma Martin on work Birdboy
Words by Florence Nicholls. Choreographer Emma Martin – the creator of dance company United Fall – is making her London debut this February with Birdboy. This production is a celebration of individuality, set to an eclectic soundtrack featuring pop cultural […]