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This programme will feature new work from 2 emerging South Asian dance artists all examining their own practice through a contemporary perspective. Up-beat, downbeat, elegant, energetic, cool, hot, Daredevas is a stunning mosaic of choreography designed for the 21st century. Akademi is a cutting-edge organisation that works to encourage excellence in the practice of South Asian dance in Britain.
xThe London-based South Asian dance organisation Akademi will present their magnificent, large scale outdoor production ‘Bells’ in collaboration with the international Belgian company, Theatre Tol, in three outer London boroughs: Lewisham, Hounslow and Barnet over the summer of 2012 as part of the Mayor of London’s outdoor festival, SHOWTIME.
Working with London 2012 Festival, Arts Council England and leading cultural organisations the Mayor of London has commissione
The London-based South Asian dance organisation Akademi will present their magnificent, large scale outdoor production ‘Bells’ in collaboration with the international Belgian company, Theatre Tol, in three outer London boroughs: Lewisham, Hounslow and Barnet over the summer of 2012 as part of the Mayor of London’s outdoor festival, SHOWTIME.
Working with London 2012 Festival, Arts Council England and leading cultural organisations the Mayor of London has commissio
Date:
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Venue:
Lewisham Big Screen, Blackheath Common, Blackheath
The London-based South Asian dance organisation Akademi will present their magnificent, large scale outdoor production ‘Bells’ in collaboration with the international Belgian company, Theatre Tol, in three outer London boroughs: Lewisham, Hounslow and Barnet over the summer of 2012 as part of the Mayor of London’s outdoor festival, SHOWTIME.
Working with London 2012 Festival, Arts Council England and leading cultural organisations the Mayor of London has commissio
Date:
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Venue:
Victoria Park, Ballards Lane, North Finchley London
Srishti – Nina Rajarani Dance Creations is a London based dance company that exists to create and present work that maintains the authenticity of Indian classical dance and music.
Delve into the heart of urban spaces with Akademi's latest dance production song of the city. Muse, Artist and Man fall in and out of tune with the city, taking a journey deep into its heart to discover hidden and surprising revelations. Featuring ballet, bharatanatyam and contemporary dance set to a haunting musical arrangement, song of the city reveals that the soul pulses within the city.