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Oct 5, 2000 · A purely abstract work inspired by the observation of parachutists in “freefall”, a physical state between tremendous speed and serene stillness. A rare Indian cycle of nine and a half beats is the choreography basic structure for movement, space and music.
Akram Khan Company. A purely abstract work inspired by the observation of paragliders in “freefall˜, a physical state between tremendous speed and serene stillness. A rare Indian cycle of nine and a half beats is the choreography basic structure for movement, space and music.
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Jan 7, 2021 · Part 1 provides biographical information on the three collaborators, Akram Khan, Michael Hulls and Andy Cowton. It places Rush within the artistic context of their careers. Part 2 explores the background context of Kathak and the development of South Asian dance in the UK.
Dec 1, 2000 · Rush is a new trio, and Khan’s first group choreography. The piece is stamped with Khan’s distinctive style of quickfire motion within fluctuating cycles of tension and reverberation, and while contemporary dancers Gwyn Emberton and Moya Michael suffer by the simple fact of not being Khan himself, they get impressively close to matching him.
Artistic Director / Choreographer / Dancer. Akram Khan (he/him) is one of the most celebrated and respected dance artists of today. In just over 23 years he has created a body of work that has contributed significantly to the arts in the UK and abroad.
Jan 19, 2015 · Akram Khan - RUSH Review. RUSH video: http://vimeo.com/23261563. My interruption of RUSH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlYM3AjyUJQ. The stimulus of this piece of choreography, RUSH was free falling / paragliding.
Aug 1, 2012 · 'Rush' was the first group piece made by Akram Khan, already a celebrated and exciting young solo performer, whose unique Contemporary Kathak style had won critical and popular acclaim. Rush was pivotal in establishing Khan's own company and launched him on a meteoric and international career.
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