Wilton’s Strike!, a new dance platform, is offering emerging dancers and choreographers the opportunity to develop a piece of work with Wilton’s Music Hall and to perform on its historic stage. Wilton’s is the world’s oldest surviving Grand Music Hall and London’s best kept secret, so this opportunity to work within the building is an incredible opportunity.
The atmospheric building full of history and stories is led by Frances Mayhew and produces an exciting programme of imaginative, diverse and distinct entertainment including theatre, music, comedy, cinema and cabaret. For Wilton’s Strike!, the performances will also be live-streamed on the Wilton’s website and will remain online after the event too.
Running from 25–27 September the programmes presented include:
Ieva Kuniskis ‘They Live Next Door’ (working title)
Ieva Kuniskis creates theatrical dance pieces rooted in Lithuanian theatre, folklore and everyday experiences. Her piece explores the story of an older man embodying and pushing the boundaries of social stereotypes.
Jack Webb ‘Inside Opulence’ (working title)
Exploring the connections between animal and human nature, Jack Webb’s contemporary piece investigates the desire to be seen and fighting for survival in the setting of a modern day Vaudeville show.
Rebecca Evans (Pell Ensemble) and Lorenza Lo (Flock Collective) ‘Hiding in Plain Sight’ (working title)
This contemporary piece looks at how modern society is undergoing a metamorphosis in communication through the use of texting, how this new way of interacting is modifying our verbal and physical language and affecting our human stories.
Dane Hurst ‘Finding Freedom’ (working title)
Dane Hurst has an attraction to dramatic works driven by a strong narrative which he translates into beautiful contemporary choreography. This piece is inspired by the narrative of American death row inmate, Jarvis Jay Masters, and his metamorphosis from darkness and isolation to enlightened peace.