Source: New Zealand Dance
Sell out shows and rave reviews for Footnote New Zealand Dance
NOW 2015 has received glowing reviews after a sold out show in Wellington. Comprised of four new original works from four New Zealand choreographers, the work is now embarking on a tour of Auckland and Hamilton.
With a diverse and demanding mixed programme, NOW 2015 is being described as having “something for everyone.” The Dominion Post reviewer Anne Hunt promises that “depending on your taste, there’ll be something here for you.”
Revilery – Natalie Maria Clark
“It was delivered with a great deal of skill in the moving. The dancers are 101% committed to everything they are asked to do.” Radio New Zealand reviewer Jennifer Shennan
“It is very well danced with intense, emotional commitment by all five of the present Company” The Dominion Post reviewer Anne Hunt
“…dark and soulful.” Theatreview reviewer Sam Trubridge
Five – Jared Hemopo
“It is a beautiful, lyrical work…” Theatreview reviewer Sam Trubridge
“Impressive integrity.” Radio New Zealand reviewer Jennifer Shennan
“Contains lovely sweeping movement which is beautifully danced.” The Dominion Post reviewer Anne Hunt
Oomph – Anna Bate
“Highly entertaining.” Radio New Zealand reviewer Jennifer Shennan
“..Complex, dense, and accomplished..” Theatreview reviewer Sam Trubridge
Gins and Nets – Katharina Waldner
“I found it very moving…I was thrilled by it.” Radio New Zealand reviewer Jennifer Shennan
“… very intriguing.” The Dominion Post reviewer Anne Hunt
Radio New Zealand dance reviewer Jennifer Shennan was impressed by Footnote New Zealand Dance which celebrates its 30 year anniversary next month, describing the company as “…extremely gifted movers and they move as an exceptionally tight ensemble.”
A similar impression was expressed by Theatreview reviewer Sam Trubridge “The dancing is impeccable, and the ensemble works wonderfully through the diverse demands of this bill – proving their fantastic cohesion and individual talents at each turn.”
You can see NOW 2015 for yourself in Auckland at the Maidment Theatre on Thursday 16 and Friday 17 July or in Hamilton at The Meteor on Sunday 19 July. Tickets are on sale now from the Footnote New Zealand Dance website: footnote.org.nz
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