Grand dance bill for 2017

Published: 16 October 2016
Reporter: David Upton

COAL Credit: Joe Armitage

The Grand in Blackpool has revealed four new shows for its 2017 dance programme including the return of Breakin’ Convention, Britain’s favorite choreographer Matthew Bourne presents Early Adventures, award-winning choreographer Gary Clarke presents Coal and the legendary Mark Murphy presents Out Of This World.

Sadler’s Wells' ground-breaking international festival of hip hop dance theatre and culture, Breakin’ Convention returns earlier than planned. Hosted and curated by Jonzi D, the festival brings a night of dance performances from the best international and UK poppers, lockers, house dancers, b-boys and b-girls.

Out Of This World is action-packed theatre from acclaimed writer and director Mark Murphy, set within a world of projected film and animation.

Matthew Bourne returns to his roots in Early Adventures, a programme of hit pieces that launched his career. With designs by long-time collaborator, Lez Brotherston, it forms part of the company’s 30th anniversary celebrations.

Marking another 30th anniversary, the end of the 1984/85 British Miners' Strike, award-winning choreographer Gary Clarke proudly presents Coal, unearthing the true nature and body wrecking demands of a working class industry now almost forgotten.

Meanwhile the venue is to host two dance shows this November.

James Wilton’s Leviathan is accompanied by a powerful electro-rock soundtrack by Lunatic Soul while Phoenix Dance Theatre is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a Triple Bill showcasing three master dance pieces.

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