Production Synopsis's
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Touches of Miles
Inspired by the man who revolutionised and enlightened us with 'cool' jazz, this piece is a tribute to the alluring Miles Davis.Through music and dance, this piece echoes the emotions that gave Miles his definitive style and recognition. Sound and vision fused with subtle variations and sculptured movements set in a blue hue, bringing the music to life and allowing audiences to enjoy the ongoing legacy that is Miles Davis.
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Dizzy Heights
A Dance Musical inspired by the music of Dizzy Gillespie - a Jazz Ballet set in a club where the audience become acquainted with the characters, their antics and relationships with one another, telling their stories through dance and song. A riveting and spirited Jazz piece set to the unadulterated musical rhythms of Mr Dizzy Gillespie. |
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Trumpet Trilogy
A special concept of music & dance paying tribute to three Masters of the Jazz Trumpet - Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis & Dizzy Gillespie.
Within three acts the audience are taken on a journey of jazz dance permeated with style and sophistication, enhanced by the exciting energy of live jazz music and capturing the joie de vivre of these great Jazz legends. |
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The Journey
The Journey tells the fascinating story of Jazz music. This production is complemented by and integrated with narration and song to support the dance and music. It captures the spirit and joy of this incredible aural art form that has a long history stemming from Africa, spanning many transformations to reach the rich diversity we see as Jazz today. |
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Sacred Space
An innovative and contemporary Jazz Ballet set to original music. The story portrays three women and their eternal journey, tapping into their joy, pain and liberation of Womanhood, Three chapters of dance open the door to how women really experience their solitary space. The production uses contemporary music technology trends along side more traditional jazz compositions. |
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Duke's Place
An original and innovative musical theatre production that traces and celebrates the life of Duke Ellington through music, dance, drama and song. The production opens with Duke Ellington welcoming the audience. He then proceeds to act as a narrator commenting on his life experiences. The show majestically weaves his music, philosophies and life style through an array of settings that transcend time and transfix the audience. |
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White Folks
The Noah's, Mr & Mrs Moses and Mrs Abraham. Their journey becomes an examination of the human spirit in darkness and light, human relationships, trials, tribulations and survival from the beginning of time through to this new and exciting Millennium.
Using contemporary and popular songs, the musical re-creates these fables for a new and modern audience. The magical music is interwoven with spectacular choreography and bound together with a sharp, witty and a thought provoking script, culminating in a production that brings musical theatre back to it's most original, hip and entertaining best. |
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