Words by Francesca Matthys. A couple of months ago Katie and I had the pleasure of experiencing Future Ritual’s Ceremony [I], a day of durational performances by four artists; Marilyn Arsem, Sandra Johnston, Helena Goldwater and […]
Sacha Copland on new work Anatomy for Accountants
Sacha Copland’s Java Dance Theatre is currently bringing its new work Anatomy for Accountants to the international Edinburgh Fringe stage. Java is known for bringing cutting-edge works to audiences far and wide whether from its […]
Re:INCARNATION by Qudus Onikeku
Words by Diane Parkes. The Nigerian megalopolis of Lagos is massive, youthful and exciting. Due to become the world’s biggest city by the turn of the century, it is one of the beating hearts of […]
Movement for Liberation: Interview with Dancers for Palestine
Words by Maxine Flasher-Duzgunes. “Palestine is not only a litmus test politically, it’s also a microcosm of all of the oppressive forces in the world,” says Hallie Chametzky, organiser of Dancers for Palestine (D4P), founded […]
The Trying Rooms by Red Patch Productions
Words by Pranita Choudhry. A double bill performed at Camden Fringe 2024. The repetition, the loop, the frustration; these are what stayed with me after watching the Agony of Definition, a dance theatre piece by […]
She’s F***ing Tired by Emily Y Adams @ Camden Fringe
Words by Jodie Nunn. An algorithmic takedown of trite trends and beauty BS! A satirical social commentary contoured by a pertinent poignancy, She’s F***ing Tired pokes an angled brush at the relentless rigmarole of prevailing […]
Wherever Ivo Dimchev Goes, Expect a Wild Ride
Words by Giordana Patumi. Ivo Dimchev, the renowned Bulgarian artist celebrated for his provocative and boundary-pushing performances, delivered one of his most captivating shows at the IETM Sofia Plenary Meeting 2024 with In Hell with […]
Chronicles from Bolzano Danza
Words by Giordana Patumi. Alessandro Sciarroni’s latest work, U. (un canto), which premiered on July 24, 2024, at the Bolzano Danza Festival, is a mesmerising experience that defies categorisation. Known for challenging the boundaries of […]
Sunhi Willa Keller deliciously subverts the norm in her two dance works
Words by Natalie Albaran. Sunhi Willa Keller and her mother greeted incoming audience members with a pre-show tutorial on how to make kimchi. Behind a black table littered with garlic, gochugaru, cabbage and other kimchi […]
Richard Chappell Dance brings two striking works to stages this autumn
This autumn Richard Chappell Dance (RCD) presents three different works in London and Exeter that highlight the company’s ethos to share innovative productions, develop emerging talent, and take dance to spaces outside the theatre. On 7 September RCD’s […]