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Akram Khan Company

Name: Akram Khan Company
Address: Mirror Works, 12 Marshgate Lane, London, E152NH, GB
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10/11/2024

On this Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and resilience of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Their stories, woven into the fabric of our collective memory, live on through the art we create.

Chotto Xenos trailer by Maxime Dos

04/11/2024

After an inspiring week with our friends in Galway, the Chotto Desh company prepare to embark on their tour across France in two weeks time. Join us next in Arcachon, Mulhouse and Saint-Quentin.

Explore What's On >>> bit.ly/3Phh6s3

Photo by Camilla Greenwell

28/10/2024

Echoes of last week resonate in our bones - something is unfolding...

Image by Camilla Greenwell

14/10/2024

We see dance as a meaningful way to express and tell stories.

This special short film, captured by Sarah Vaughan-Jones, highlights the two-year journey of Moving Stories: The Teacher Training Programme, and its impact on future generations.

Thank you to Paul Hamlyn Teacher Development Fund for their support in empowering teachers to bring movement into the classroom.

For more information on Moving Stories >>> https://bit.ly/3Nh3lcp

12/10/2024

Here at AKC, the project holds a special place in our hearts. Since our move to East London, we remain deeply committed to the communities around us, and our journey doesn't stop there.

Through the project, we hope to create a legacy that transcends AKC by empowering schools to discover and explore the transformative possibilities offered by movement and storytelling.

Here is a sneak peek of what's to come ahead of our special film premiere on Monday.

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Funded by the Paul Hamlyn Teacher Development Fund
Find out more >>> bit.ly/3ytE6yX
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Film by Sarah Vaughan-Jones

08/10/2024

As part of our birthday month celebrating 24 years of AKC, we take this week to look back at . Almost 10 years after it's last performance at Sadler's Wells, this collaboration with Sylvie Guillem explored the duality of divine status - how the expectations of perfection becomes inhuman and monstrous.

Image by Mikki Kunttu

Explore Sacred Monsters on our website >>> bit.ly/3YeUFJp

07/10/2024

We believe dance has the potential to excite, challenge and connect children to their learning in new and creative ways.

, funded by the Paul Hamlyn Teacher Development Fund, is a collaboration between AKC and six primary schools in Tower Hamlets, London. What began with 12 teachers working closely with AKC artists over two years soon blossomed as these teachers shared their knowledge, empowering over 60 teachers across the borough to bring movement into their classrooms. The project introduced the AKC approach of dance-making and storytelling and supported teachers to become leaders of dance in their own schools.

Now, in its third year, Moving Stories is expanding with exciting new activities in Tower Hamlets and Newham.

Save 14 October as we celebrate the culmination of this incredible project with a special film premiere.

Find out more >>> bit.ly/3ytE6yX

04/10/2024

The second week of creation is drawing to an end. We invite you to glimpse the early stages of John and Tallulah's journey so far.

Explore Memories of the Future >>> bit.ly/4d12Xcg

Photos by Elly Welford

02/10/2024

After a moment of contemplation, we extend our gratitude on behalf of Akram to the artists of English National Ballet, the wider company, repetiteur Mavin Khoo, and to those of you who joined us at Sadler's Wells, London for embracing the epic production of Akram's Giselle once again.

Its return beautifully captured the profound beliefs and values that define Akram's vision as newer ENB artists brought their unique interpretations to the characters, while principal dancers generously shared invaluable insights from past performances in a touching exchange of experiences.

Giselle reminds us that we can find solace in the stories we share.

Photos by Bella Turolla

01/10/2024

Today marks the first day of AKC's birthday month. We honour the passing of another year filled with visiting old friends and welcoming new, embracing creativity, plus many meaningful opportunities for connection.

In celebration of our 24 years, each week we will be reflecting on the journey that has brought us here and our continual process of growth and discovery.

In today's reflection, we spotlight one of our early productions, , the Company's first full-length work, created in collaboration with the wonderful Anish Kapoor and Nitin Sawhney.

Movement binds us together in ways that words cannot - thank you to all who continue to follow us on this journey.

Photos 1 and 2 by Roy Peters, photo 3 by Stefan de Batselier

30/09/2024

What to listen to on ? Tune into Akram's podcast Move to Live, in collaboration with Marquee TV, which explores the transformative power of movement with esteemed guests Andy Serkis, Es Devlin, Izzy Judd, Khalid Abdalla, Francesca Hayward, Kathryn Hunter and Jonzi D.

The full series is available to stream now on your favourite podcast platform.

26/09/2024

The journey to Memories of the Future has officially begun...

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To find out more, please visit our website >>> bit.ly/4d12Xcg

Images by Elly Welford

16/09/2024

It's been one year since our Belfast premiere of the Chotto Desh remount. In this short time, the Company has connected with over 14,000 people through 38 performances across 15 cities worldwide to tell the enchanting tale of a young boy trying to find his place in the world through dreams and memories. Sue Buckmaster, Director of Chotto Desh, shares a snippet of how this story, even after 9 years since it's initial inception, remains just as relevant today.

Watch the full restaging series on our website >>> bit.ly/3YBXXoD. For upcoming tour dates, click the link >>> bit.ly/3Phh6s3

Film by Maxime Dos

12/09/2024

Today, we are proud to announce our collaboration with the wonderful Dance United Yorkshire on a truly unique project called Memories of the Future.

As part of Bradford’s tenure as City of Culture 2025 launching today, AKC will come together with participants from Dance United Yorkshire’s remarkable, transformative programmes, including some of Bradford’s most vulnerable individuals. The journey will culminate in a special one-off performance at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, in July 2025.

Guided by the artistic vision of Akram and DUY’s Artistic Director Helen Linsell, the piece will be choreographed by two specially selected Yorkshire-based artists Tallulah Shannon and John William-Watson, with an original score by long-time collaborator Vincenzo Lamagna.

This is Memories of the Future, and we look forward to sharing this extraordinary experience with you.

More info > bit.ly/4d12Xcg

Video by Maxime Dos

05/09/2024

A busy Autumn tour lies ahead for the Chotto Desh team. We're humbled to be joining the Baboró International Arts Festival for Children in Galway 13 - 16 October followed by a number of friends in France including Arcachon 18 & 19 November and Mulhouse 22 - 27 November.

Until then, here's a snapshot of the character Father imagined by dancer Jasper Narvaez.

For more details on our upcoming performances in Galway, Arcachon and Mulhouse, please visit our website calendar >>> bit.ly/3Phh6s3

📷 Camilla Greenwell

31/08/2024

Here it is: after months of preparation, Akram Khan’s latest independent creation, GIGENIS: the generation of the Earth, had its world premiere on 30 August at the Grand Théâtre de Provence.

As we reflect on this extraordinary production week, we want to share a glimpse into this magnificent journey and a preview of the show. Thank you to the exceptional artists, musicians, and technical team who have brought GIGENIS to life. These past weeks have been a whirlwind of emotions and a wonderful human adventure.

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Stay tuned; GIGENIS world tour coming soon.

Film by Maxime Dos

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GIGENIS is produced by Productions Sarfati. Presented thanks to the support of Orsolina28 Art Foundation and Muse Art Foundation. In co-production with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore; Sadler’s Wells, London; The Joyce Theater, New York.

28/08/2024

Our summer workshop series has drawn to a close and we are left with a huge sense of gratitude. Across five countries, we connected with over 240 of you. It is through these encounters that we are reminded of the importance of connecting.

To those who joined us, thank you.

Image from 30th Kalamata Dance Festival 2024 by Albert Vidal / Vèrtex Comunicació

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E152NH

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Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm

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http://www.akramkhancompany.net/

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On this Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour the courage and resilience of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Their stories, woven into the fabric of our collective memory, live on through the art we create. Chotto Xenos trailer by Maxime Dos

As we wrap up our birthday month, we take a moment to honour Akram’s final full-length solo work. XENOS explores the space where East meets West, past meets present, and myth meets technology. From Kaash and Sacred Monsters to DESH, Until the Lions and XENOS, each work has been a collaboration, shaped by the artists we’ve worked with and by you, our audience. Here is to 24 years of storytelling through movement, and to another year of curiosity, courage and connection.

In this week's birthday reflection, we journey to our hauntingly epic piece #UntiltheLions, inspired by poet Karthika Naïr’s reimagining of the Mahabharata, Until the Lions: Echoes from the Mahabharata. Akram's adaptation tells the tale of Amba, a princess abducted on her wedding day and stripped of her honour, invoking the gods to seek revenge. Until the Lions brought together a wonderful creative team: writer Karthika Naïr, visual designer Tim Yip, composer Vincenzo Lamagna, lighting designer Michael Hulls, with dramaturgy from dear friend Ruth Little. Explore Until the Lions: bit.ly/3BWdWa4

As we continue to celebrate our birthday month, we take a moment to reflect on DESH - one of Akram's most personal works. Meaning ‘homeland’ in Bengali, DESH draws on the struggle for balance in an unstable world and the resilience of the human spirit. This powerful solo later inspired Chotto Desh, adapted by Sue Buckmaster, now touring globally.

Moving Stories - Year 2

We see dance as a meaningful way to express and tell stories. This special short film, captured by Sarah Vaughan-Jones, highlights the two-year journey of Moving Stories: The Teacher Training Programme, and its impact on future generations. Thank you to Paul Hamlyn Teacher Development Fund for their support in empowering teachers to bring movement into the classroom. For more information on Moving Stories >>> https://bit.ly/3Nh3lcp

Moving Stories - Year 2

Here at AKC, the #MovingStories project holds a special place in our hearts. Since our move to East London, we remain deeply committed to the communities around us, and our journey doesn't stop there. Through the project, we hope to create a legacy that transcends AKC by empowering schools to discover and explore the transformative possibilities offered by movement and storytelling. Here is a sneak peek of what's to come ahead of our special film premiere on Monday. - Funded by the Paul Hamlyn Teacher Development Fund Find out more >>> bit.ly/3ytE6yX - Film by Sarah Vaughan-Jones

Restaging Chotto Desh | Storytelling with Sue Buckmaster

It's been one year since our Belfast premiere of the Chotto Desh remount. In this short time, the Company has connected with over 14,000 people through 38 performances across 15 cities worldwide to tell the enchanting tale of a young boy trying to find his place in the world through dreams and memories. Sue Buckmaster, Director of Chotto Desh, shares a snippet of how this story, even after 9 years since it's initial inception, remains just as relevant today. Watch the full restaging series on our website >>> bit.ly/3YBXXoD. For upcoming tour dates, click the link >>> bit.ly/3Phh6s3 Film by Maxime Dos

Memories of the Future - Teaser

Today, we are proud to announce our collaboration with the wonderful Dance United Yorkshire on a truly unique project called Memories of the Future. As part of Bradford’s tenure as City of Culture 2025 launching today, AKC will come together with participants from Dance United Yorkshire’s remarkable, transformative programmes, including some of Bradford’s most vulnerable individuals. The journey will culminate in a special one-off performance at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, in July 2025. Guided by the artistic vision of Akram and DUY’s Artistic Director Helen Linsell, the piece will be choreographed by two specially selected Yorkshire-based artists Tallulah Shannon and John William-Watson, with an original score by long-time collaborator Vincenzo Lamagna. This is Memories of the Future, and we look forward to sharing this extraordinary experience with you. More info > bit.ly/4d12Xcg Video by Maxime Dos

Here it is: after months of preparation, Akram Khan’s latest independent creation, GIGENIS: the generation of the Earth, had its world premiere on 30 August at the Grand Théâtre de Provence. As we reflect on this extraordinary production week, we want to share a glimpse into this magnificent journey and a preview of the show. Thank you to the exceptional artists, musicians, and technical team who have brought GIGENIS to life. These past weeks have been a whirlwind of emotions and a wonderful human adventure. - Stay tuned; GIGENIS world tour coming soon. Film by Maxime Dos - GIGENIS is produced by Productions Sarfati. Presented thanks to the support of Orsolina28 Art Foundation and Muse Art Foundation. In co-production with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore; Sadler’s Wells, London; The Joyce Theater, New York.

GIGENIS: The generation of the Earth | Behind the Scenes | Mavin Khoo

Soon, the artists of GIGENIS will arrive in Provence ahead of the World Premiere of this creation, Akram's latest independent project with Productions Sarfati. Today, we present the final film of the Behind the Scenes series with Akram's creative associate and GIGENIS performer Mavin Khoo. Together, he and Akram explore the art of silence and the journey of overcoming the ego. 📅 World Premiere: 30 August 2024 📍 Grand Théâtre de Provence - Aix-en-Provence 🔗 bit.ly/4ctLNDK World Tour Grand Théâtre de Provence – Aix-en-Provence: 30 & 31 August 2024 Sadler’s Wells – London: 20-24 November 2024 Théâtre des Champs-Elysées – Paris: 11-14 January 2025 The Joyce Theatre – New York: 12-16 February 2025 UCSB Arts & Lectures – Santa Barbara: 10 April 2025 The Kennedy Center – Washington: 17-19 April 2025 With more to be announced Film by Maxime Dos GIGENIS is produced by Productions Sarfati. Presented thanks to the support of Orsolina28 Art Foundation and Muse Art Foundation. In co-production with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore; Sadler’s Wells, London; The Joyce Theater, New York.

GIGENIS, THE GENERATION OF THE EARTH | BEHIND THE SCENES | B.C. MANJUNATH

To mark the creation of Akram Khan's GIGENIS, video artist Maxime Dos was on hand to capture some of the fascinating dialogue between the artists, exploring their unique perspectives on this special project. Today, we bring you a conversation between Akram and B.C. Manjunath, renowned percussionist, long-time collaborator and friend of Akram’s. They share insights into the collaborative process that defines GIGENIS. Stay tuned to learn more about GIGENIS: the generation of the Earth. Tour dates below. 📅 World Premiere: August 30 2024 📍 Grand Théâtre de Provence - Aix-en-Provence 🔗 https://www.lestheatres.net/fr/a/4896-gigenis-the-generation-of-the-earth 📅 World tour: 📍Grand Théâtre de Provence - Aix-en-Provence: August 30 and 31 2024 📍Sadler's Wells London: November 20/21/22/23/24 2024 📍Théâtre des Champs-Elysées - Paris: January 11/12/13/14 2025 📍The Joyce Theatre - New York: February 12/13/14/15/16 2025 📍UCSB Arts & Lectures - Santa Barbara: April 10 2025 📍The Kennedy Center - Washington: April 17/18/19 2025 With more to be announced… Film by Maxime Dos GIGENIS is produced by Productions Sarfati. Presented thanks to the support of Orsolina28 Art Foundation and Muse Art Foundation. In co-production with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore; Sadler’s Wells, London; The Joyce Theater, New York.

Artist Development 2022 - Mythili Prakash

In the second year of Akram's mentorship scheme in collaboration with Sky Arts in 2022, Akram made a change to his approach by focusing on developing the careers of AKC artists. Recognising the importance of support in the artistic development process, he offered guidance to Mythili Prakash, Joy Alpuerto Ritter and Hannes Langolf. This support allowed these artists to delve deeper into their choreographic processes, enabling them to refine and expand on existing works, allowing for more experimental and refined artistic expressions. We are excited to share an excerpt from Akram's insightful conversations with artist Mythili, shedding light on her creative journey. To watch the excerpt in full, please head to our website: bit.ly/4bHBgV4. Mythili will perform She’s Auspicious at Esplanade on 10 & 11 August.