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Plays, comedy shows and dance in Hong Kong
When asked if he’s still the naughty boy of dance, a title bestowed on him by modern dance pioneer Martha Graham, 78-year-old Paul Taylor gives an affirmative, “You bet!”
The American choreographer is one of the most prominent figures in modern dance – known for his bold, contradictory and controversial style. A Paul Taylor production moves the audience by pairing simple movements with often unexpected turns. Drama is heightened by live orchestral accompaniment, juxtaposing classic elements with strange, satirical twists.
Taylor has received dozens of awards for his work in the field of dance, including the highest honours in both the US and France. When asked what he will do to continue to innovate, the mercurial Taylor replies: “I don't know yet, but I'm sure I'll think of something.”
October’s performances will be a good mix of Paul Taylor’s offerings: from the highly stylized …Byzantium to the poetic Images and gentle Eventide,to the bursting energy of Promethean Fire and Mercuric Tidings. His newest piece is Changes, a production set to the music of The Mamas and The Papas, and inspired by the 1960s American youth and their embracement of liberty and free love. Fittingly, it premiered in San Francisco.
Though Taylor will not be in the Hong Kong audience (and sadly they will not be bringing the live orchestra), you can bet that this weekend’s performance will be unmissable dance, from the art form’s naughtiest exponent. Bourree Lam