‘While we’ve watched Ohad Naharin’s works previously through NDT2′s performances, and Batsheva Dance Company’s three prior visits to London, this is our first chance to see his works performed by his own dancers in over four years and fittingly, Deca Dance is a medley of Naharin’s past works, an ever-evolving selection which varies according to the current repertoire of the parent company. It’s an excellent way to explore the great diversity of Naharin’s creativity, and the talent of his young dancers.

Even the music ranged from traditional Hebrew songs and the Academy of Ancient Music all the way to Goldfrapp. And throughout the evening, we’re given ample opportunities to marvel at the unique quality of the dancers’ movement, whether of their sheer physical control, whether in tiny movements, or how perfectly in sync they perform, even when all 16 dancers are on stage.’

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