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
“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
“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
