9th
March 2004
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As
the first buds of spring beginning to appear on the trees it means
it's that time of year again when Liverpool welcomes, celebrates and
experiences it annual festival of dance, "Leap". |
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Now in
its 12th year the festival attracts some of the finest national and
international dance artists and companies who will be performing at
venues throughout the city.
Festival organisers, Merseyside Dance Initiative say; "Leap is
not only dedicated to bringing renowned dance artists to Liverpool
but also to providing support and opportunities for local emerging
and established artists".
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Working
alongside venues including The Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse, Unity
Theatre, Bluecoat Arts Centre and City College's Art Centre "Leap"
offers a variety of dance events to suit all tastes. There are performances
of contemporary Black British Dance, including Hip Hop and African
styles, workshops in Asian dance skills. Extravagant cabarets shows
which transporting the audience to 1920's Berlin. Inter-continental
mix dance performances which combine Italian Baroque and Japanese
Electronica and even a performance by Madame Galina which combines
classical ballet with stand up comedy.
The finale to the festival takes place at the Everyman Theatre on
Friday 12th and Saturday 13th and features the work of Henri Oguike
Dance Company. The company who are passionate about developing the
use of live music with dance performance will present a triple bill
of their work.
For more information about "Leap" contact MDI on 0151 708
8810, Email info@merseysidedance.co.uk.
Words: Cheryl Varley |
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