Burning Centre

‘…a simple and powerful solo. From the first breath Claxton holds us with her presence. Using only the most vital elements the work is about finding freedom in movement. Nothing more, nothing less.’

Burning Centre

by Janis Claxton Dance

choreography by Janis Claxton

15 minutes

2001

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Burning Centre was premiered in 2001 at Resolutions! at The Place, London to acclaimed reviews. The solo has since toured in the UK and to Japan, Portugal and New York. With original music by New York based, Japanese composer Ushio Torikai ‘as the chanting layered voices by Ushio Torikai creep into her space, the hypnotic intensity builds..’ this simple and powerful solo is clear and strong in its delicate unfolding and animal intensity. Burning Centre highlights the power, presence and freedom of motion inherent within Janis Claxton’s unique dance style.

Technical Specification

Dancers: 1
Length: 15mins
Space: Designed for small-medium scale studio/theatre venues
Floor: Sprung Dance Floor with dance mat or wood covering
Sound: CD System
Technical Support: 1 technician for lights and sound.

Reviews

Janis Claxton Dance: Burning Centre

"Burning Centre is a simple and powerful solo. From the first breath Claxton holds us with her presence. Using only the most vital elements the work is about finding freedom in movement. Nothing more, nothing less."

Dance Theatre Journal

Janis Claxton Dance: Burning Centre

"Janis Claxton's solo Burning Centre was stunning. Grounded and strong, she is certainly someone to look out for on the dance circuit."

Dance Europe

Janis Claxton Dance: Burning Centre

"Burning Centre gave us a sustained display of strength and grace..a sense of ritual invocation and aspiration.Sure, clear-sighted and effective."

Resolution!

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