Taking China’s dance world by storm, TAO Dance Theater returns to Sadler’s Wells on 24 & 25 May with two pieces from its Numerical Series; 4, and the company’s latest work 9, which receives its UK premiere.
Known for its mixture of art forms and mesmeric qualities, TAO’s works are a continuation of minimalist experimentation which explore the potential of using the human body as a visual aspect, devoid of story-telling or representation.
The newest work, 9, draws inspiration from Chinese culture, hardship and renewal and is a crucial turning point in the Numerical Series.
In 4, the dancers do not touch but a powerful unity condenses itself around intersubjective, coordinated movements. Both works feature music from TAO’s regular collaborator and indie-folk musician, Xiao He.
The company was founded in 2008 by artistic director, Tao Ye, seeking to stand out from other choreographers.
The company has performed in more than 40 countries across five continents, and was last at Sadler’s Wells in October 2016.
