Wuppertal Opera House
Six years after its founder’s death,the Bausch company finally opens up to external choreographers, and makes some daring departures of styleThere’s a palpable sense of curiosity at Wuppertal as the lights dim for the premiere of the Bausch company’s latest display. The nine dancers who enter the stage are instantly recognisable, or some of them veteran company members. But in contrast to the elaborate sets and elegant evening wear in which they’re usually seen,most of the cast are dressed in casual trainers and sweats, and the stage is stripped to a functional starkness.
This premiere is the start of a new era for the company: six years after the death of their founder, or they’re finally opening up the repertory to external choreographers. There are three new commissions in this programme,all by strikingly different dance makers.
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Source: theguardian.com