The Russian State Ballet of Siberia: Cinderella
A traditional spin on the well-known story and, although it takes a while to get going, the ballet makes a pleasant and sometimes interesting evening
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Russian State Ballet of Siberia: Swan Lake
Highlight was Elena Svinko’s quite outstanding Odette/Odile. Framed by the severe faces of her swans, she was a shining jewel and quite sublime
Birmingham Royal Ballet’s new Don Quixote is a sunny winner
Superb designs and a revitalised company on top form. Technical fireworks and top-notch light comedy that will delight all. A winner all-round.
A triple bill of youthful power and energy from NDT 2
Whether the expressionism of Marco Goecke, modern classicism of Hans van Manen, or quirkiness of John Inger, they make dance come truly alive
Lost Dog’s A Tale of Two Cities
There are moments that are quite brilliant… funny, tender, dramatic. The show does zip by. But I suspect will delight and frustrate in equal measure
Determinedly different: T.H.E Dance Company in PheNoumenon
The intimacy of the eccentric Coronet Theatre suited this company of six dancers from Singapore and its programme well
The urgency to live: Léa Tirabasso’s Starving Dingoes
Although human, there is an animalistic element to much of the choreography, which has a primitive feel to it.
The inventiveness of Pina Bausch’s Kontakthof still shines brightly
It remains an unparalleled piece exploring relationships between the sexes…full of ideas and observations that have not lost their brilliance.
Acosta Danza, 100% Cuban
The programme brims with life and love of dance. It has broad-based audience appeal with plenty of virtuosity, competition and depth.
An evening on the sofa: DONUTS by Extended Play
An evening out, but with an evening in feel. It’s cosy and comfortable. Dance and a story to curl up with, that makes you laugh, that makes you feel.
Yukon Ho!
Amid the humour, there is an unexpected poignancy to Yukon Ho! that makes it a meaningful hour or so and gives much pause for thought