Dance at Sadler’s Wells East: a gripping duet of love, betrayal and brotherhood
This May, Sadler’s Wells East invites audiences on a deeply emotional and visceral journey with the world premiere of KABEL, the latest work by the extraordinary Matsena brothers. Fresh from their critically acclaimed run of Shades of Blue at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in 2022, Anthony and Kel Matsena return with an electrifying interpretation of one of humanity’s oldest stories. Running from Monday 5th to Wednesday 7th May, KABEL explores the ancient tale of Cain and Abel, reimagined through the unique lens of the Matsena brothers’ movement and text. It’s an unflinching examination of love, betrayal, and the raw tangle of emotions that accompany sibling rivalry. At its core lies a question that has echoed through history – what drives the ones we love most to become our greatest betrayers, and what are the consequences of this ultimate fracture? Dance Meets Ancient Myth Drawing inspiration from the well-known biblical tale of fratricide, KABEL deftly weaves the beauty and brutality of brotherhood into a layered narrative. With motion and words, the brothers take audiences through the stages of life shared by Cain and Abel, the first brothers. At first, the piece transports us to the joyful innocence of childhood, where bonds are formed with the carefree nature of youth. Then comes adolescence, where love evolves and jealousy finds its way into human connection. And finally, we are led to adulthood, where the warmth of shared youth cools into silence, tension, and an inevitable storm of betrayal. Anthony and Kel Matsena capture the essence of these defining moments… Read More
