And Now… – plan B – 2**

August 22, 2016 | one4review

If I hadn’t read the printed programme for And Now…, I would have said it was an exploration of childhood, and of the mixture of fear and excitement that growing up brings. Apparently this is not the main point of … Read More

Linger – Eriu Dance Company – 4****

August 10, 2016 | one4review

Choreographed by the ex-Riverdance principal dancer Breandán de Gallaí, Lïnger is a work in which contemporary Irish stepdance is used by two male dancers to tell a story of gay masculinity, desire and suppressed emotion. The duet conveys powerful emotions … Read More

Eowyn Emerald and Dancers – 4****

August 10, 2016 | one4review

Éowyn Emerald and Dancers are a small, but select, troupe of four, 2 female and 2 male dancers, from Portland, Oregon. They present a programme of 6 dances, all short pieces, in this small and intimate venue.

The dances cover … Read More

I Am Rhythm – After Freedom Productions – 5*****

August 8, 2016 | one4review

I Am Rhythm is a wonderful exploration of South African music and dance. The origins of South African dance, and its evolution, from prehistoric times up to the present day, are joyfully celebrated in this exuberant show.

The eight dancers … Read More

Smother – 201 Dance Company 4****

August 6, 2016 | one4review

London based 201 Dance Company make a welcome return to the Fringe with Smother, choreographed by their founder, Andrea Walker.

The piece aims to explore relationships, specifically homosexual relationships, presented through urban dance. Themes of addiction, obsession and commitment are … Read More