dance/physical theatre review

The Hopes And Dreams Of Other Lives

Wirksworth INdependDANCE

It's a rare thing to see a youth group well directed, but it happens here, as the company produce a solid piece of dance theatre that caters to the varying age and skill levels of the cast. The first part tells the story of 'Sadako And The Thousand Cranes' through clear and simple choreography that is loaded with running and twirling, but nonetheless contains some beautiful stage pictures, especially the large canvas crane. The second piece, 'The Dream', is more confusing. An unclear relationship develops between a little girl and a dancer. Roll out the high-school production: colourful ribbons, neutral masks, and a projection follow, being employed seemingly without reason. These performers don't have the flexibility or athleticism of professional dancers, but they pull off simple choreography to good effect.

Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 16 - 22 (not 17), 11.30pm (12.30pm), £6.00 (£4.00), fpp 116

tw rating: 3/5

published: Aug-2008

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