Reviews 83 - SeeingDance

Past and present come together: Yorke Dance Project

June 23, 2026November 18, 2021 by David Mead

Graham’s Lamentation, MacMillan’s Sea of Troubles, and new works by Robert Cohan and Yolande Yorke-Edgell in a fascinating programme.

June 23, 2026November 16, 2021 by Charlotte Kasner

Four contemporary ballet world premieres, all classically-rooted and inspired by music, but also modern-feeling and of today

July 2, 2026November 15, 2021 by Veronica Posth

The impressive level of detail helps the viewer perceive the pain caused by the unspeakable and claustrophobic realm we see

August 11, 2026November 12, 2021 by Maggie Foyer

Forsythe’s In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated is a show stopper; choreography and music converging on the cusp of tradition redefining the arts

June 23, 2026November 11, 2021 by Maggie Foyer

Ballet Black continues to lead the pack with two quality, new commissions, very different in style but balancing neatly.

June 23, 2026November 9, 2021 by Maggie Foyer

A programme that sees Birmingham Royal Ballet moving into the top league. Alessandra Ferri’s beauty permeates the stage like a heady perfume

June 23, 2026November 4, 2021 by Maggie Foyer

A knockout. The tempestuous dance, coming straight from the heart, makes the blood and sweat tangible.

June 23, 2026October 26, 2021 by Maggie Foyer

Torsos ripple like waves and arms stretch with sinew-cracking intensity, the body language is guarded and the knot of tension…never fully releases

June 23, 2026October 22, 2021 by David Mead

Scenes are variously dream-like, surreal, absurd and disturbing, but always beautiful and eye-catching

June 23, 2026October 18, 2021 by David Mead

An original, beautifully judged, sometimes funny but sometimes deeply heartfelt show… It left me feeling quite warm inside.

June 23, 2026October 18, 2021 by David Mead

Birmingham Royal Ballet and Rosie Kay Dance Company. Indie rock and ballet. In Brum. And it was absolutely riveting.