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Triptych by Bikes and Rabbits: a weird and wonderful ride

By Emily Brown, 12 April 2014
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Reviewed at Jacksons Lane Theatre, London on 10 April 2014
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Triptych: Bikes and Rabbits (Alice Allart)
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Emily Brown
Emily Brown
Emily is a freelance dancer based in Brighton. She performed with Mapdance Company 2012, and has recently created and performed solo work. As a dancer and musician, Emily enjoys innovative work that combines the two art forms. She is a keen dance writer, her blog can be found here.