Critical Acclaim for 2022 Tour
The Ballet Central 2022 Tour performed in eleven venues around England over a four-month period. The tour was well-received by audiences around the country. Here is a selection of comments from dance critics who came to see the show:
“The choreography for all four pieces was extremely well crafted… Fearless in their approach, the greatest compliment I can give is that they looked like a professional company.” – Gerard Martin, Dance Europe June/July Issue 2022
“Andrea Azzari stood out for his pliability and smouldering technique and he and Jessica Rocker made a particularly striking pair in Twice Removed ” Gerard Martin, Dance Europe June/July Issue 2022
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“The lead couples were superb, loading every movement, every look, with meaning… It’s certainly bright and upbeat, and is a celebration of the dynamism of the company and its young dancers.” – David Mead, Seeing Dance, 23 May 2022
“Yuko Ojima stood out among the classical performers in particular.” – David Mead, Seeing Dance, 23 May 2022
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“Showcasing both classical and contemporary dance with the whole company on stage, the piece built beautifully and one could feel the exuberance and vitality emanating from all quarters.” – Deborah Wiess, Dancing Times July Issue 2022
“The difficulties experienced during the last two and a half years were obliterated by a cast that so evidently wanted to be up there, and we couldn’t help being swept along with the intensity of their zeal.” – Deborah Weiss, Dancing Times July Issue 2022
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