Ready to take a walk on the wild side? Get set for a dance experience that might just redefine your understanding of ‘wild’.
The UK premiere of Fauve by the renowned Greek dancer and choreographer Lenio Kaklea is set to hit the stage at the Lilian Baylis Studio on 31 October and 1 November 2024. This isn’t just any dance performance; it’s a bold exploration of human nature, identity, and our sometimes fraught relationship with the natural world.
A groundbreaking collaboration between Serpentine and Sadler’s Wells, Fauve is a performance that dances daringly on the edge of convention and chaos. Through the intricate choreography of Kaklea, the show delves into the concept of ‘rewilding’ the body. Think of it as choreography that takes you on an adventure into the depths of the forest, where identities and bodies are in a constant state of flux, and the line between human and animal is deliciously blurred. It’s like a dance party with Mother Nature herself, where the usual constraints of reality are left at the door.
Lenio Kaklea’s inspiration draws from rich literary sources, such as Nastassja Martin’s gripping tale of survival and Charles Stépanoff’s exploration of the ’empathic predator’. Her work is a masterclass in linking the untamed aspects of female sexuality to our primal roots, challenging societal norms that have long tried to domesticate both women and nature. It’s a performance that’s as much about reclaiming space—both physical and metaphorical—as it is about moving to a beat.
The themes Kaklea explores are timely and potent. Ecofeminism, queer identities, and the resistance against domestication are all wrapped into a performance that’s as visceral as it is intellectual. It’s a call to arms—or rather, legs and bodies—to redefine what it means to be wild in a world that loves its order a bit too much.
Serpentine’s CEO Bettina Korek and Artistic Director Hans Ulrich Obrist are excited to bring this powerhouse performance to UK audiences, marking a vibrant addition to Serpentine’s live programme. Meanwhile, Rob Jones of Sadler’s Wells praises the collaboration as a perfect meeting point for artistic innovation. And with a history of supporting avant-garde dance, Sadler’s Wells is the perfect venue to host such a transformative event.
So, if you’re ready to witness a dance performance that’s as thought-provoking as it is visually stunning, don’t miss Fauve. Tickets start at just £17, and you can snag yours by calling 020 7863 8000 or visiting www.sadlerswells.com.