Still Current, Maliphant in NYC

By Ivan Talijancic, 15 December 2014

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“An engaging display of artistry”

Reviewed at Joyce Theater, New York City on 10 December 2014

Still Current (Russell Maliphant)

Afterlight (Russell Maliphant)

Russell Maliphant, Dancer

Thomassin Gülgeç, Dancer

Dickson Mbi, Dancer

Carys Staton, Dancer

BalletBoyz: Still Pointless at 25 and still making it work!

Maggie Foyer, 13th May

The BalletBoyz present an entertaining programme of old and new works spanning the last 25 years – with stellar performances.

****1

Maliphant’s Landscapes: three solos, three outstanding dancers

Graham Watts, 11th March

Some of Russell Maliphant's best known, most enduring and loved works in an evening of unforgettable performances.

****1

Carlos Acosta: On Before inspires rapturous standing ovations

Kathy Elgin, 16th February

Carlos Acosta can still draw in the crowds and this carefully chosen programme is well worth watching.

***11

BalletBoyz: England on Fire never fully ignites

Deborah Weiss, 8th November

Tremendous effort from all concerned and sparks did fly, but they didn't quite burn brightly enough.

***11

Russell Maliphant Dance Company: shapes of freedom in Vortex

Graham Watts, 3rd May

Vortex is the latest in Maliphant’s ongoing explorations into the rich performance potential that can be mined from blending many artistic elements.

****1

Acosta Danza thrills Madrid in “Evolution”

Cristina de Lucas, 22nd October

The spirit of Cuba visits Madrid as Carlos Acosta's dance troupe performs a mixed at the Teatro Real, including Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's Mermaid.

****1

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Ivan Talijancic

Ivan Talijancic is a director, choreographer, performer, writer, producer, visual designer, video- and film-maker. He is the co-founder and artistic co-director of WaxFactory, a New York-based international multidisciplinary performance group, with whom he toured worldwide.

Still Current: Russell Maliphant Company at The Joyce