3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (85+ words) It’s a unique glimpse into 19th century intersectionality, with bigotry attempting to suppress feminine agency, queer expression, and homosexual relationships. Gentleman Jack is a daring articulation of misogynistic control and bigotry reflected by dynamic dancing and clever costuming. Gentleman Jack runs…...

4+ mon, 2+ day ago   (221+ words) Marking their 30th anniversary, Theatre-Rites have joined with Factory International for their third collaboration, with Sue Buckmaster at the helm. In Return to the Foresr, families are transported from the monitored museum to an upbeat magical forest, complete with mysterious creatures…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (462+ words) Ahead of Carlos Acosta’s Carmen coming to Manchester, we sat down with Cuban dancer Frank Isaac. “Absolutely. The addition of original composition has a profound impact on the atmosphere. It changes the style by making the show feel more contemporary…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (352+ words) Act one is dedicated to …all towards hope, a new performance choreographed, written, and narrated by Hope Boykin. The piece is a celebration of the company’s past and a glimpse into their bright future. Bill Laurance’s compositions are surprisingly varied,…...