Familiar steps into otherworldly dance: Pam Tanowitz's The Spectators at New York Live Arts

By Rachel Rizzuto, 20 May 2013

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Reviewed at New York Live Arts, New York City on 15 May 2013

The Spectators (world première) (Pam Tanowitz)

Pam Tanowitz Dance

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Cameron Kelsall, 20th December

Conceived by Anthony Roth Costanzo and Sarah Ruhl, this high-handed pasticcio sets the climate crisis to a soundtrack of Vivaldi.

***11

Encounters: The Royal Ballet at its versatile best

Amanda Jennings, 22nd October

In a quadruple bill of contemporary works, The Royal Ballet's dancers shine in this diverse programme, creating an immersive experience.

****1

Love Letter (on shuffle) anchors eclectic NYCB program

Ivy Lin, 15th May

Love Letter (on shuffle) is like a Taylor Swift Track 5. Full of romance and longing, and it makes its emotional impact every time.

****1

In their 75th anniversary year, New York City Ballet return to London

Amanda Jennings, 7th March

An intermittently sparkling evening culminates in a thrilling explosion of art.

****1

The Australian Ballet celebrates 60 years with style and star turns!

Deborah Weiss, 6th August

The Australian Ballet's return to London's Royal Opera House after a 35 year absence, proves successful at every level.

****1

The Linbury: Pam Tanowitz is becoming a fixture of the UK dance scene

Graham Watts, 4th February

While Secret Things was notable for its outlandish costumes, Everyone Keeps Me remains a rare gem of modern dance to be cherished

***11

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Rachel Rizzuto

Rachel Rizzuto received her BFA in dance performance and choreography from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is currently an editor for Dance Teacher magazine, and she is a founding member of modern dance company Mari Meade Dance Collective.