Ustinov Studio/Theatre Royal, Bath
Ustinov Studio/Theatre Royal, Bath, 31 January 2024
Metamorphoses (February, 2024):
“Five stars for Kim Brandstrup’s Metamorphoses - up close and personal with mythology.” - Louise Levene, Financial Times *****
“Brandstrup’s economy, his ability to conjure entire worlds and complex ideas out of the simplest ingredients…” - Sarah Crompton, The Observer *****
“Over the past four decades the Danish-born, British-based choreographer Kim Brandstrup has gradually acquired an international reputation for high-brow, high-quality artistry….A thoughtfully crafted and classy evening.” - Donald Hutera, The Times ****
“Literate, thoughtful and serious, Kim Brandstrup is one of the most honest and honourable of contemporary choreographers…the double-bill [Metamorphoses/Minotaur] is quietly and characteristically satisfying….This was a beautiful event” - Rupert Christiansen, The Spectator
“Drawing inspiration from classical mythology Brandstrup offers a startling fresh look at human frailty….Brandstrup’s first love was cinema, and the techniques and visuals of cinema always permeate his work.” - Teresa Guerriero, Culture Whisper *****