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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Transitions, Trinity Laban – Review
Intriguing and watchable choreography served these talented emerging dancers well, but their professionalism was diminished slightly by the college atmosphere.
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Tightrope, Lyric Hammersmith – Review
An awe-inspiring circus show with truly amazing able-bodied and disabled artists performing together.
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SOHO, Peacock Theatre – Review
Pros: Breathtaking stunts, energetic cast and a belting soundtrack. Cons: No story for you to sink your teeth into, and some uneven pacing. I’ll never forget the first time I walked down Old Compton Street. I’d been in London no…
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Material Men Redux, The Place – Review
Diverse styles of dance unite with a powerful message.
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The Band, The Albany – Review
A humorous and talented couple, striving to get back into the business of performance through beautiful movement and stunning acrobatics.
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Men & Girls Dance, The Place – Review
A unique, timely and unforgettable dance work that will make you laugh, cry and think.
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It’s Not Yet Midnight…, Roundhouse – Review
A spectacular demonstration of physical abilities by a company with a strong ethos which could benefit from more theatrical direction.
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Rosalind, The Place – Review
Shakespeare’s cross-dressing romp 'As You Like It' refracted through the lens of high quality contemporary dance theatre.
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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.