Northern School of Contemporary Dance: VERVE 2025
As an ensemble, they moved as one when required to do so. Individually, they were interpretive and wholly engaging.
The Place
In The Bushes by Léa Tirabasso
“A strange piece; and strangely compelling… thought provoking, at times humorous, highly original, if abstract-feeling dance”
A Cuban butterfly: Mariposa by DeNada Dance Theatre
It is important to remember that it is inspired by Madam Butterfly, however, and is not a retelling, as difficult as I found that.
Gandini Juggling: Heka
As if being able to juggle and dance weren’t enough, Sean Gandini and his company have added magic to the mix.
Luca Silvestrini’s Protein in The Little Prince
Flows seamlessly. The four actor-dancers… who also helped devise the show, perform with skill and conviction. However, there is something missing
Pagrav Dance Company: Aunusthan
An impressive evening from an impressive company. Aunusthan means celebration’ and the show is certainly that.
A journey of self-discovery: Islands by Shimmering Production
A compelling exploration that sees two dancers explore the cultural essence of their bodies as they seek to answer the questions, ‘Who am I?’ and ‘Who are we?’
Beyond Borders – Afro Dance Xplosion
A real evening of celebration, one that lifted the spirits and gave much enjoyment.
A tale of seasons gone awry and the power of children: Speedwell Dance’s The Mountain Witch
A interactive show and a tale of seasons gone awry and the power of children that will delight all ages.
Fairy Tales by POCKETART
Fairy Tales reckons with delusions; delusions of our past, or perhaps the tales we tell ourselves to survive the present.
National Dance Company Wales: Frontiers
National Dance Company Wales attack movement without undermining its lyricism, striking a balance between power and ease that is truly admirable.