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The critically acclaimed Ballet Black strive to honour the traditions of classical ballet while breaking new ground with cutting-edge choreography. Now an essential part of the classical ballet landscape, the company is the perfect showcase for dancers of black and Asian descent, providing them with a platform on which to perform and practise their craft. Unsurprisingly, Ballet Black attracts dancers, choreographers and designers from around the world. Two new works. The first is a piece for the full company by acclaimed South African choreographer Gregory Maqoma (Vuyani Dance Theatre), featuring an original score by Michael ‘Mikey J' Asante (Boy Blue). The second ballet on the bill is directed by Ballet Black's Founder and Artistic Director, Cassa Pancho, featuring choreography created by her and the Company. The piece explores the struggles and inspiration behind the formation of this award-winning company twenty years ago, through a series of vignettes. Ballet Black website.

Cast/Performers

Jose Alves, Isabela Coracy, Alexander Fadayiro, Sayaka Ichikawa, Rosanna Lindsey, Mthuthuzeli November, Cira Robinson, Ebony Thomas

Creatives/Company

Director: Cassa Pancho (Pancho)
Choreographer(s): Jose Alves (Pancho), Charlotte Broom (Pancho), Isabela Coracy (Pancho), Alexander Fadayiro (Pancho), Sayaka Ichikawa (Pancho), Rosanna Lindsey (Pancho), Marie-Astrid Mence (Pancho), Mthuthuzeli November (Pancho), Cassa Pancho (Pancho), Cira Robinson (Pancho), Ebony Thomas (Pancho), Gregory Maqoma (Maqoma)
Lighting(s): David Plater (Pancho), David Plater (Maqoma)
Costume: Jessica Cabassa (Pancho)
Music(s): Michael Asante (Pancho), Jon Batiste (Pancho), Flowdan (Pancho), Etta James (Pancho), Lord Kitchener (Pancho), Steve Reich (Pancho), Michael Asante (Maqoma)
Company: Soweto Gospel Choir (Pancho)