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Solos
Photograph Hugo Glendinning
sonia sabri company

Contemporary and classical kathak dance

SIZE OF COMPANY
3–10 on the road

SCALE OF VENUE
Small- to middle-scale
Minimum stage area 8mx8m

PERMANENT STAFF
Artistic Director
Sonia Sabri

Music Director
Sarvar Sabri

Manager
Kat Bailey

ARTISTIC POLICY
Sonia Sabri Company presents the classical Indian dance style of Kathak in a new light, without diluting its essential purity and integrity. Through integrating contemporary inventions and ideas into productions, the company intends its work to be exciting and relevant to audiences of all ages, experiences and cultural backgrounds. The company is committed to presenting the work with live music wherever possible. Artistic Director Sonia Sabri’s innovation within her form was recently recognised by her commission for The Place Prize for Dance 2006.

REVIEW EXTRACTS
'A fine dancer, intense and intelligent… Sabri’s work is brimming with promise.' The Times

'The leading light in the revival of Indian classical dance.' Birmingham Post

'One of the greatest talents of contemporary Indian dance.' Ballet Tanz'

CURRENT PRODUCTIONS
Solos A mixed bill of contemporary and classical Kathak that spans the range from fresh, funky contemporary Kathak to intimate classical dance accompanied by live music. (90 mins plus interval, 1 dancer, 3 musicians, 6 on the road)

Nisbat A modern classical celebration of the joyful, dynamic energy of Kathak, with live music inspired by the raw nomadic spirit of Gypsy folk and the passion of Qawali. (90 mins plus interval, 4 dancers, 4 musicians, 10 on the road)

Rekha A programme of classical solo Kathak dance with live music. (90 mins plus interval, 1 dancer, 3 musicians, 5 on the road)

WRAP-AROUND ACTIVITY
Workshops and lecture demonstrations that offer insight into the history, tradition and technique of Kathak dance and music. Creative residencies can also be presented. The company has experience of working with all ages and abilities.

RECENT INTERNATIONAL WORK
2006 Belgium
2005 Germany
2004 Ireland, Germany

TOURING AVAILABILITY
Details on request.