| 19 August 2011
It was a bit of a luxury getting out of the rain into one of the EICCs grand, air-conditioned auditoriums. It’s nice to feel like an executive in an oversized padded theatre seat, resting the aching feet for an hour or so, watching other people go wild on theirs. It’s intense.
Edinburgh’s Booking Dance Festival is a showcase of a selection of top dance companies from America. There are too many to describe each one in any depth, but it ranges from tango and tap to more contemporary experimental stuff. One of them reminded me of a sort of retro Flash Dance throwback, then the following act was four women in black body suits doing moves like those two guys from Britain’s Got Talent, Twist and Pulse.
Its sheer variety makes it an excellent introductory taster, but it also makes it difficult to specify a target audience. Saying that, I thought it would be great for kids – it’s on in the afternoon, it’s exciting, fun and vibrant; easy viewing for all sorts. I’d recommend sitting as close to the front as possible to get a real sense of the activity.
Booking Dance Festival
Showcase, EICC, 17th-21st Aug, 2pm
Split Bill, EICC, 20th-21st Aug, 4pm
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