Sessions
In this raw and rhythmic dance performance, the energy of a hip-hop battle is translated into a profound story about doubt, identity and the feeling of having to prove yourself over and over again.
Discover how five performers move across the stage with a sense of grandeur and vulnerability, each with their own perspective on and experience of the world, which she naturally acknowledges.
The text and dance make you think
Whilst many dance performances shy away from text, Sessions allows you to experience how text and dance can actually reinforce one another. An MC puts into words what the dancers are feeling inside, whilst their dance brings that tension to life. Backbone’s performances, led by Donna, are raw and profound. They stimulate you and make you think about your role in society. Sessions is an ode to self-taught creators, those with vocational qualifications and anyone who has taken a different path and does not always feel naturally recognised for it.
Vibrating straps for deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors
At Sessions music is not just heard, but also felt. For deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors, vibration belts are available: portable devices worn around the waist that convert music into vibrations. This allows the rhythm and energy of the performance to be physically experienced*.
Before the performance begins, an interpreter will be on hand to calmly explain how the vibrating straps work. When you buy a ticket, you can reserve a vibrating strap straight away. There is a limited number of vibration straps available. Reservations can be made up to 72 hours in advance, subject to availability. Any questions? Please email: elisia@backboneconnects.
