FOCUS with EncoreEast - LIVE Performance
EncoreEast and Russell Maliphant Dance Company present Focus.
A unique evening of film, conversation and the premier of Focus, a production created by Alethia Antonia, Edd Arnold (RMDC dancers) and EncoreEast, the Ipswich-based company of mature dancers. Inspired by Maliphant’s production Silent Lines, performed at and live streamed from DanceEast on Wednesday 3 November 2021 at 7.30pm.
This performance marks the culmination of a creative co-designed project funded by Arts Council England and Russell Maliphant Dance Company. A collaboration that included open on-line workshops - attracting participants from across the world, rehearsals on zoom, and a more traditional in person rehearsal period.
Running alongside the creation of Focus, RMDC has been investigating how Maliphant’s approach has enabled the dancers’ development and how a distributed leadership approach has enabled the development of EncoreEast as a company.
The evening will begin with a conversation discussing the project and ideas of ‘beauty of art’ and community practice. Followed by a short film of the making of Focus, and finishing with the live performance from the outstanding company members of EncoreEast.
Hosted at DanceEast in Ipswich, audience members can book tickets to attend the performance in person, or via an online live stream. See more details on the DanceEast website via the ‘Book here’ button below!
FOCUS with EncoreEast - Livestream performance
EncoreEast and Russell Maliphant Dance Company present Focus.
A unique evening of film, conversation and the premier of Focus, a production created by Alethia Antonia, Edd Arnold (RMDC dancers) and EncoreEast, the Ipswich-based company of mature dancers. Inspired by Maliphant’s production Silent Lines, performed at and live streamed from DanceEast on Wednesday 3 November 2021 at 7.30pm.
This performance marks the culmination of a creative co-designed project funded by Arts Council England and Russell Maliphant Dance Company. A collaboration that included open on-line workshops - attracting participants from across the world, rehearsals on zoom, and a more traditional in person rehearsal period.
Running alongside the creation of Focus, RMDC has been investigating how Maliphant’s approach has enabled the dancers’ development and how a distributed leadership approach has enabled the development of EncoreEast as a company.
The evening will begin with a conversation discussing the project and ideas of ‘beauty of art’ and community practice. Followed by a short film of the making of Focus, and finishing with the live performance from the outstanding company members of EncoreEast.
Hosted at DanceEast in Ipswich, audience members can book tickets to attend the performance in person, or via an online live stream. See more details on the DanceEast website via the ‘Book here’ button below!
EncoreEast x RMDC - Free Open Workshop
Wednesday 27 October 2021, 4.00 to 5.30pm, via Zoom
Following the success of our open workshop in June Russell Maliphant Dance Company (RMDC) and EncoreEast invite community dancers and dance enthusiasts over the age of 50 to join them in a creative dance workshop and conversation on Zoom on Wednesday 27th October 4.00 - 5.30.
With support from Arts Council England and DanceEast, EncoreEast is working with RMDC dancers Alethia Antonia and Edd Arnold on a performance project inspired by Russell Maliphant’s production, ‘Silent Lines’.
This practical workshop will be led by Alethia Antonia and Edd Arnold. It will include a movement based introduction to Russell Maliphant’s artistic practice and explore the approach being taken in the project with EncoreEast. The conversation will include ideas about older people dancing, making and performing dance. To book your place to take part in the workshop, click below.
The workshop is free of charge. Participants wishing to donate to Russell Maliphant Dance Company can do so below.
This will be an opportunity to find out more about this exciting project which will culminate in a performance live screened from DanceEast on November 3rd.
Silent Lines was created in 2019 and supported by Arts Council England, DanceEast, Cockayne, The London Community Foundation, Ipswich Borough Council, and Lancaster Arts. The piece was co-produced by Sadler’s Wells It was inspired by Maliphant’s research and explorations in movement and anatomy to create rich and resonant aesthetics for the stage using a blend of music, movement, animated video projection, and lighting. Drawing on methodologies from a variety of movement disciplines and setting the movement within a world of animated light and atmospheric sound, Silent Lines explores the endless web of connections we encompass and embody. The film is currently available on Marquee TV.
Find out more about EncoreEast, Russell Maliphant Dance Company and DanceEast at: www.encoreeastdance.co.uk.
Cosmos at London Design Festival
RMDC will be performing Cosmos - an excerpt from Silent Lines - back to the stage at the London Design Festival, as part of an open studios event.
Show times:
Friday 24th Sept, 2pm & 3:30pm
Saturday 25th Sept, 2pm (& 3:30pm - Private Event)
Sunday 26th Sept, 2pm & 3:30pm
(c) Julian Broad and Martin Collins
Russell Maliphant teaches online classes
Russell Maliphant will be teaching classes online every Monday from September 13th throughout the Autumn term.
Each class will last for 75 minutes from 10:45am – 12:00pm (GMT)
Classes are focused on increasing body awareness, articulation and strength whilst exploring choices in movement and dynamics within a playful practice. Drawing on anatomical information as a resource for movement and improvisation, class will encourage connection, balance and listening to the body in movement.
The classes are suitable for professionals, dancers in training and those with a few years physical training or movement experience.
Participants must be aged 18 years or over.
Photo (c) Dana Fouras
Payment
£5 for one class / £50 for all 13 classes
We are doing all we can to keep costs as low as possible and we do understand that cost may be a barrier for some. For those who would like to take class but are unable to pay, we are able to offer a limited number of free places each day.
Access
Russell Maliphant Dance Company aims to create an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity. We encourage all to participate and engage with our events.
If you are unable to make a booking and need assistance due to visual impairment or any other disability, please let us know. We will be happy to assist you.
Daily RMDC Company Classes
Company classes are back!
Classes will be led by Russell and our company dancers every weekday from 7 June to 16 July 2021.
Each daily class will last for 75 minutes from 10:45am – 12:00pm (GMT)
Classes are focused on increasing body awareness, articulation and strength whilst exploring choices in movement and dynamics within a playful practice. Drawing on anatomical information as a resource for movement and improvisation, class will encourage connection, balance and listening to the body in movement.
The classes are suitable for professionals, dancers in training and those with a few years physical training or movement experience.
Participants must be aged 18 years or over.
Photo (c) Dana Fouras
Payment
£5 for one class / £20 for a week of 5 classes
We are doing all we can to keep costs as low as possible and we do understand that cost may be a barrier for some. For those who would like to take class but are unable to pay, we are able to offer a limited number of free places each day.
Access
Russell Maliphant Dance Company aims to create an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity. We encourage all to participate and engage with our events.
If you are unable to make a booking and need assistance due to visual impairment or any other disability, please let us know. We will be happy to assist you.
Daily RMDC Company Classes
We are hosting online classes daily throughout February, as we continue through COVID-19 restrictions.