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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Noh Time Like The Present, LSO St Luke’s – Review
Pros: A rare opportunity to appreciate a form of theatre which has been performed without interruption since the 14th century. Cons: As with anything out of the ordinary, this show can be quite challenging to follow, due to the lack of…
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Two Man Show, Soho Theatre – Review
A vibrant, varied production. Worth seeing for its open approach to difficult subject matter alone.
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From home with love: a double bill of new work, Sadler’s Wells – Review
Malta's national contemporary dance company tours the UK with a unique and innovative selection of choreographies and musical choices.
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We Raise Our Hands In The Sanctuary, The Albany – Review
An ambitious play about the 1980s gay club scene underscored by a thrilling dance beat.
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Dido & Aeneas: Remixed, Redbridge Drama Centre – Review
Perfect theatre for those who enjoy hauntingly beautiful love stories.
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Quint-Essential, Peacock Theatre – Review
Pros: Striking design, beautiful dancing and a focus on building new audiences Cons: Sometimes felt more like a PR stunt than it should have done The New English Ballet Theatre is a young ‘neoclassical’ ballet company whose (admirable) mission is…
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Princess, Lost Theatre – Review
Pros: Well-executed choreography Cons: The ‘princess’ failed to connect with the audience Do not be fooled by the title – Stuart Saint’s Princess is an unconventional tale of feminism expressed through movement and an electro-pop soundtrack. Not expecting a dance…
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Lunar Shadows, Greenwich Dance – Review
A strong and unique dance piece examining displacement.
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Quint-essential, Peacock Theatre – Review
A fun, easy-to-consume show that would be great for anyone looking to give something new a go; a production that allows you to sample a range of ballet to work out what you may want to see more of.
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Follow Suit, Camden People’s Theatre -Review
The failings of big business are exposed without a word of polemic in this subtle, hilarious and ultimately shocking exposé of the world of high finance.