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British Ballet Tackles Lightfoot's Bold Choreography
12 Jun
Summary
- Paul Lightfoot's distinctive style debuts with a British dance company.
- The Royal Ballet performs revived and newly recreated works.
- Dancers showcase challenging contemporary movement in new styles.
Paul Lightfoot, a prolific British choreographer, has premiered his work with a UK dance company for the first time. The Royal Ballet is presenting an evening dedicated to his distinct style, a significant event given his extensive career.
His work, co-created with Sol León, is characterized by its specificity, rapid tonal shifts, and exaggerated movements. This debut features a revived piece from two decades ago alongside a new creation adapted for The Royal Ballet. The dancers, including Vadim Muntagirov and Lauren Cuthbertson, embrace the demanding choreography.
Salle de Danse, an hour-long piece, is structured around ballet class elements, featuring a large company cast. While some sections revisit familiar tropes, moments of stark contrast and powerful unison movement, like archers aiming, are particularly striking. The performance highlights the dancers' ability to embody new styles and express a wide range of emotions.
