Triple Bill: Echoes, CUT and Constellation
Company production | 2021
Aakash Odedra Company presents…
“Triple Bill”
The Ultimate Fusion of Past and Future in Dance
A spellbinding new dance performance that seamlessly weaves past and future together in a trio of mesmerising solos, choreographed by acclaimed artists Aditi Mangaldas, Russell Maliphant and Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and danced by Aakash Odedra: multi-award winner and one of the finest dancers of his generation.
ECHOES: Embracing the Weight of Legacy
Journey through time with “Echoes” as Aakash delves into the depths of classical Indian dance, reconnecting with his ancestors and channelling their passion through his virtuoso performance. Experience the power of tradition in this breathtaking, ecstatic display.
CUT: Contemporary Brilliance Illuminated
“Cut” propels you into the 21st century with a visually stunning contemporary masterpiece. Aakash’s fluid movements weave intricate patterns, his body spinning and flickering in and out of light, creating a hypnotic world of visual illusions and captivating grace.
CONSTELLATION: Stars Align and Boundaries Blur
In “Constellation”, Aakash conjures a celestial realm where classical and contemporary dance collide beneath a canopy of twinkling light bulbs. This enchanting fusion of ancient and modern creates an unforgettable, mysterious, playful atmosphere, exploring dance as a final, spiritual act.
Don’t miss this exhilarating dance performance that transcends the boundaries of time and space, uniting the wisdom of the past with the innovation of the future. Join Aakash Odedra on this odyssey as he invites you to explore the limitless possibilities of dance.
If you are interested in programming this show at your venue, please email Megan Maw at megan@aakashodedra.com
Credits
CUT
Choreography
Russell Maliphant
Lighting
Michael Hulls
Music
Andy Cowton
Rehearsal Director
Lewis Major
Constellation
Choreography
Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui
Lighting
Willy Cessa
Music
Olga Wojciechowska
Rehearsal Directors
Paul Zivkovich and Lewis Major
Echoes
Choreographer
Aditi Mangaldas
Performed by
Aakash Odedra
Lighting Designer
Fabiana Piccioli
Rehearsal Directors
Dheerendra Tiwari and Amit Khinchi
Producer
Anand Bhatt
Music
Shubha Mudgal and Aneesh Pradhan
Lyric
Paltudas, Bheekha Sahib, Meerabai
Lyrics sourced by
Shubha Mudgal
Voice
Shubha Mudgal
Sarangi
Murad Ali
Tabla and recitation
Mohit Gangani
Pakhawaj
Ashish Gangani
Recorded at Studio Fuzz, New Delhi by
Nitin Joshi
Mixed and mastered by
Nitin Joshi
Costume
Digvijay Singh
Set and Technical Direction
Sander Loonen
Echoes was co-produced by Curve Theatre (Leicester), DanceXchange (Birmingham), La Comete (Chalons-en-Champagne) and generously supported using Lottery Funds through Arts Council England.
Rising (the work from which CUT and Constellation are from) was commissioned by AKCT (London), DanceXchange (Birmingham), Sampad (Birmingham), Eastman (Antwerp), The Hat Factory (Luton), Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Dance (Leicester), South East Dance (Brighton), New Art Exchange (Nottingham), The Place (London), Curve Theatre (Leicester), Southbank Centre (London) and funded by Arts Council England and Akademi (London).
