US dance styles unite in The Center Will Not Hold. That's a game-changer - and on top of that, it's a showcase of incredible talent. Michelle Dorrance, tap's current hot property, has co-created this performance with Ephrat Asherie.
Michelle Dorrance and Ephrat Asherie's Collaboration
Dorrance's spirit is all about collaboration - what's more, she's brought together a superlative cast, including Charles Riley, AKA Lil Buck, pioneer of Memphis Jookin'. He's known for his viral duet with cellist Yo-Yo Ma to Saint-Saëns' The Swan. Lil Buck's movement is mesmerizing - it's like he's hovering over the floor. Can you imagine being that fluid?
| Dance Style | Specialist |
|---|---|
| Tap | Michelle Dorrance |
| Waacking | Tomoe "Beasty" Carr |
| Jookin' | Lil Buck |
The Talent Behind The Center Will Not Hold
Startling talent - 22-year-old Caleb Lawrence Jackson, for one. His tap and Chicago footwork are insane - legs blurring, everything on fast-forward. And Tomoe "Beasty" Carr - mercurial lightning, still deciding where to strike. Fragments of movement, bursts of energy... it's thrilling.
It's compelling - don't you think? The answer lies in the collaborative spirit. It sets The Center Will Not Hold apart.
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- Choreographed by Michelle Dorrance and Ephrat Asherie
- Features a superlative cast, including Charles Riley, AKA Lil Buck
- Showcases various US dance styles
🟢 The collaborative spirit 🔵 The showcase of US dance styles 🔴 The talent of the dancers
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Q: What is The Center Will Not Hold about?
A: It's a dance performance showcasing US dance styles - tap, waacking, jookin', and more.
Q: Who is Michelle Dorrance?
A: Michelle Dorrance is a US tap dancer and choreographer - she's a key figure in the dance world.
Q: What is jookin'?
A: Jookin' is a style of dance from Memphis - it's smooth, fluid, and often performed to hip-hop or R&B music.
Q: Who is Lil Buck?
A: Lil Buck is a US dancer and choreographer - he's a pioneer of Memphis Jookin'.
Q: Where can I see The Center Will Not Hold?
A: It was performed at Sadler's Wells in London - follow Nexus News Alert for updates.
📰 Based on reporting from: The Guardian
