Message in a Bottle – Strong Story of Our Times

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If the title Message in a Bottle makes you think of a Nicholas Sparks novel, think twice. This dance show has nothing to do with literature, but everything with the things going on in the world. It is inspired by the music of Sting. The title is taken from one of the songs in his repertoire: Message in a Bottle, sending out an S.O.S.

Group of dancers, 4 on floor in different positions looking pensive, one standing behind clearly trying to work out positioning

Notes on the Culture and Commerce One Year On Reception – for my CF:SLR Cohort

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We were asked to write short summaries of our experience at the One Year On celebrations for Cohort members unable to attend. My summary – which represents my opinion at the time of… Continue reading →

Female dancer bent backwards under the apparent weight of artistically wound ropes, her eyes are shut and she gives an aura of strength and perseverence

Pragmacy and Advocacy

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We are now into the fifth week of CF:S LR (Creative Freelancers: Shaping London’s Recovery). I’ve met some awesome artists and been introduced to interesting establishments. I’ve seen and experienced the challenges of… Continue reading →

4 members of the Revel Puck Circus are trying to balance out a roller bowler.

The story of the lion and the clown

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Circus Arts are back in London after lockdown: The Revel Puck Circus presents its show “The Wing Scuffle Spectacular” at Leyton Jubilee Park.

Skateboarder waiting for the drop at Hackney Bumps, London.

Skateboarding: The Subculture that became an integral part of urban landscapes and an Olympic sport

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Exhibition at Somerset House: No Comply: Skate Culture and Community I usually take this space to write about dance and occasionally other forms of art – so why skateboarding? The most obvious reason… Continue reading →

Mampara Dance, Summer School Spectacular, (c) Carole Edrich July 2021, childrens dance, sweet little dancer, dance school performance, summer spectacular

Choosing the best dance school for your child

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I have strong views about dance schools, their philosophies, their intentions and how they come about. When writing a recent post, I looked for good guidance. I wanted to link to a great… Continue reading →

Painting ‘Random Flow No 9’ by András Wolsky displayed at the Hungarian Embassy in July 2021. ©Julia-Carolin Zeng

Hungarian Art in London: ‘Disciples of Dóra Maurer’

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On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the diplomatic ties between Hungary and the UK, the Hungarian Cultural Centre London started a series of events. First in line is the art exhibition… Continue reading →

Mampara Dance, Summer School Spectacular, (c) Carole Edrich July 2021, dancing joy, dance for joy, school show, dance school show, multigenerational dance performance, performance art

Double Joy; Mampara Summer Showcase Review

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Joy and dance To say dance is my life is excessive, but it brings me joy, and is my passion. Much of my writing is dance-related and my photography practice investigates movement.  I… Continue reading →

Lost in Translation in front of a fountain in Battersea Park in London.

Lost in Translation Circus on Tour in London

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Lost in Translation, one of the UK’s leading contemporary circus companies, celebrate their 10th anniversary with an exciting London tour in 2021.

Dancers in loincloths and traditional clothes, moving energetically in a very dusty environment that is lit by an artificial light at the back of the picture, roughly eye-height

Nocturnal Indigenous Australian Dancers. New installation in London E11

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  This image of native Australian dancers is part of the one in my Leytonstone Arts Trail installation  Printed on oilcloth, it is over 4m wide and 2m hight. I chose to hang… Continue reading →