SIZE OF COMPANY 13 on the road
SCALE OF VENUE Medium to large
PERMANENT STAFF Artistic Director Jasmin Vardimon Dramaturg Guy Bar Amotz Producer Ian Ross Administrator Tess Howell
ARTISTIC POLICY Jasmin Vardimon Company aims to push the boundaries of contemporary dance theatre using a variety of theatrical approaches. The company produces high quality, thought-provoking, accessible performance work that reflects contemporary society.
REVIEW EXTRACTS Vividly physical and quirky performances…the audience was on its feet cheering...Vardimon seems poised to be the next big popular British export. The New York Times Vardimon is a powerful voice in physical theatre and the daring movements she creates leave scars on the memory. The Guardian Choreography that is both dangerous and beautiful…impassioned and remarkable. Daily Mail
CURRENT PRODUCTIONS Yesterday A retrospective evening featuring some of the most breath-taking duets, striking solos and iconic moments selected from the past 10 years of the company’s repertoire: Tete, Lurelurelure, Ticklish, Lullaby, Park and Justitia, interwoven with new choreographic material. Contrasting flashes of daring athleticism with moments of touching beauty, the piece will interweave scenes of intimate and vulnerable tenderness with provocative and playful choreography, remaining as stirring and socially relevant as ever. Approx 75 minutes, no interval, 8 on stage, 13 on the road. Contains some strong language, material of an adult nature Justitia Invites the audience on an investigative journey as it unravels the multiple truths concealed behind a gripping crime story. Presented on a revolving stage, the audience will witness the action from different perspectives – at the crime scene, in the court house, inside an intimate group therapy room - revealing new realities as a series of secrets unfold. Fiercely athletic, and beautifully detailed, delivering a generous mix of energetic dance, a sharp script and breath-taking music. Approx 120 mins approx including interval, 8 on stage, 13 on the road. Contains some strong language, material of an adult nature
WRAP-AROUND Workshops and residencies working with 14+ years; professional development for dance practitioners; teacher training; Introduction to Contemporary dance sessions and post-performance talks. The Company can also be commissioned to create works for other Companies during a longer artist in residency period.
RECENT INTERNATIONAL WORK 2008 Athens, Greece: Yesterday 2009 France, Germany, Norway: Yesterday, Justitia
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