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Dateline: 1st November, 2005
The Lowry in Salford is delighted to announce today, on the occasion of LS Lowry’s birthday, that it has commissioned Rambert Dance Company to create a new work which embodies the art and world view of LS Lowry, to recognise thirty years since the artist’s death. The commission, which falls within Rambert’s 80th anniversary year, will première at The Lowry on Wednesday 27th September 2006 before touring the UK as part of Rambert’s autumn 2006 repertoire.
The Lowry in Salford is a unique venue for visual and performing arts, presenting a dynamic programme in both its galleries and theatres. As the UK’s flagship modern dance company, with an international reputation for creative adventure and artistic excellence, Rambert Dance Company is the ideal partner to collaborate with on marking this anniversary in an innovative way.
The Lowry’s Artistic Director, Robert Robson commented, “We’re keen on creating artistic links between the visual and performing arts so were delighted when Rambert were so enthusiastic about the commission. We’re not looking for a literal translation of LS Lowry’s life – just work that has an affinity with his world view. We’re really looking forward to developing our relationship with Rambert in this unique and distinctive way”.
Rambert Dance Company is the UK’s longest-established dance company, celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2006. The new work will be one of Rambert’s major anniversary commissions, involving close collaboration with The Lowry’s artistic team on developing a piece of work that embodies LS Lowry’s art and world view. The choreographer of this new work is yet to be confirmed, but the premise offers enormous creative potential.
Mark Baldwin, Artistic Director of Rambert Dance Company commented, “I am thrilled that The Lowry chose Rambert for this significant commission and we’re very excited about the artistic opportunities it offers. We are always looking for ways to increase Rambert’s bonds with Manchester and The Lowry, and this commission is the perfect way to develop a more substantial and creative relationship for both parties”.
Since Rambert’s first tour to Manchester in 1931 – its first outside of London – the Company’s relationship with the region has been particularly important. When The Lowry opened in 2000, Rambert Dance Company was invited to become a Partner Company. This collaboration will enable both parties to develop the partnership, offering increased creative input, and stronger bonds with the theatre and its audiences.
LS Lowry is widely considered to be one of the most popular artists of the 20th century, best known for his atmospheric urban landscapes. The Lowry houses the biggest public collection of paintings and drawings by LS Lowry, which are shown in changing thematic exhibitions alongside other artists, both historic and contemporary.
Another special event to mark the 30th anniversary of Lowry’s death is the inaugural LS Lowry lecture, Why Lowry’s Art Lives. It will be delivered by distinguished writer and curator Julian Spalding who will give his own insights into the enduring appeal of Lowry’s work on Tuesday 2th February 2006 at 7pm. Tickets can be booked through The Lowry’s Box Office on 0870 5790 or online at www.thelowry.com Please note that all three Archive indices are very long and will therefore take some time to download.
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