Dance
From ballet to physical theatre, some of the most powerful performances are all about movement. We’re not experts in dance by any means, but we’re always willing to give it a go and you’ll find our honest and unpretentious opinions here.
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The Idiot, Print Room at the Coronet – Review
Fyodor Dostoevsky’s The Idiot revolves around Prince Myshkin (Saburo Teshigawara), a young man who returns to Russia, having spent four years in a Swiss clinic to treat his epilepsy. Soon, his good spirit and innocence clash with the dirt and…
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To Be Me, Laban Theatre – Review
Two works engaged with the personal yet universal issues of gender and identity, with strong sound design and excellent performances.
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Medusa, Sadlers Wells – Review
Pros: The thought that went into the movement, the production, set, music, costume. Brilliantly executed, bringing serious topics to the forefront to force us as a society to address them. Cons: Although the movement was amazing to watch, at points…
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Stick By Me, Dancebase, Edinburgh Fringe. Review
Pros: Lovely gentle comedy Cons: Very much a children’s show – possibly overly simplistic for accompanying adults. Friendship and treasuring the little things are the themes of this charming silent comedy for children ages 3-6. Andy Manley is a warm…
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Half me, Half You @ Tabard Theatre, Review
It may say Trump and America on the label, but this superbly written play could as easily be examining the world being created by Brexit, and for that reason, it is well worth the time of anyone who cares about…
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Smack That (a conversation), The Barbican – Review
Pros: Inventive and inclusive dance theatre. A moving and necessary exploration of domestic violence. Cons: While the piece’s educational mission can’t be faulted, it could have explored the psychology of the subject matter more creatively. ‘Welcome to the party!’ Music…
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Stroke Odysseys, The Place – Review
Cathartic show in which professional performers work with a group of people who have suffered a stroke.
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Richard Alston Dance Company – Mid Century Modern, Sadler’s Wells- Review
Pros: A programme of finely tuned and fast-paced choreography which elicits technical and musical prowess. Cons: A characteristic as much as a con, but a little too repetitive in movement terms. This programme marks Richard Alston’s fiftieth year as…
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Candoco Dance Company Double Bill, Sadler’s Wells – Review
Contemporary dance at its best – exhilarating to watch, entertaining and thought-provoking.
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The Forecast, The Place – Review
Pros: Funny, witty, and beautifully performed Cons: A couple of sections felt too long Perhaps it’s a cliché, but they do say the English love to talk about the weather. However, they’re not so keen on discussing sexual matters, so…