A “landmark” dance theatre performance for schools which was commissioned by Leicester arts organisation The Spark Arts for Children is to be presented at Sydney Opera House as part of an international tour.
Aakash Odedra’s Company’s Little Murmur premièred at Belgrave Library in the artistic director’s home city of Leicester as part of the annual Spark Festival. Choreographed by Odedra and Lewis Major, the production has toured the UK, Italy and Ireland.
Aimed at children aged seven and above, Little Murmur is based on the true story of Odedra’s own struggle with letters and words after his diagnosis with dyslexia at a young age.
Artistic director Christopher Gorry said, “we’re thrilled to see the work will be performed as far afield as Sydney Opera House. It’s a clear sign of how important and relevant work produced here in Leicester is.”
Little Murmur will take to the Sydney Opera House stage from 7 until 9 August 2024.