Contemporary dance. Richard Alston, Artistic Director of The Place, the UK's leading centre for contemporary dance, is internationally recognised as one of the most influential and inspiring choreographers in British dance. Lachrymae is a study of sorrow, reflecting the warmth and compassion of Britten's achingly beautiful music for viola and string orchestra. Soda Lake made by Alston when he was director of Rambert Dance Company, is framed by Nigel Hall's arresting sculpture, and remarkable for its sense of calm, stillness alternating with flurries of activity. Strange Company is inspired by the disturbing dreams of Robert Schumann, swirling with romantic fervour but haunted by menacing specters. Water Music - danced to the hugely famous suite by Handel, carries the company along on a wave of crisp melody an dspeedy rhythm. A project cherished by the choreographer for some time, his recent discovery of Jordi Savall's robust and vigorous interpretation kick-started Alston into action.| 5 Feb 02 to 6 Feb 02 | Theatre Royal Norwich, Norfolk Performance Details => Venue archive |
| 29 Jan 02 to 30 Jan 02 | Playhouse Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Performance Details => Venue archive |
