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We are delighted to announce that JV2 2020 is now on sale. JV2 2020 premieres works by Mafalda Deville (ex-company dancer) and Anthony Matsena (Sadler’s Wells Young Associate) along with an inspiring new piece by multi-award-winning Jasmin Vardimon. Vardimon’s new work Dark Moon has been created especially for this year’s JV2 from favourite moments of her company’s repertoire, transforming sections from Park, Medusa, 7734 and Freedom into a breathtaking new experience. This vibrant dance ensemble, hand-picked by Jasmin Vardimon following an international audition process, celebrates the culmination of their training with three captivating, powerful and resonant works.

Now in its 8th year, the established JV2 Professional Development Diploma was created with the mission to encourage, cultivate and nurture young talent. The programme offers students a unique opportunity to train as versatile and multi-disciplinary performers, under the guidance of one of the world’s leading female choreographers.

“I’m very proud to present these 16 powerful female dancers, who demonstrate their talent throughout this mixed bill. Nurturing young talent is at the core of JV2, and this year we are pleased to support international choreographers and upcoming costume and lighting designers to collaborate on these exciting new creations.” Jasmin Vardimon

CANTERBURY, The Gulbenkian
Tuesday 21 April 7.30pm
ON SALE

LONDON, Sadler’s Wells
Friday 24 April 8pm / Saturday 25 April 2.30 & 8pm
ON SALE

WINCHESTER, Theatre Royal
Tuesday 28 April 7.30pm
ON SALE

WOLVERHAMPTON, Arena Theatre
Thursday 30 April 7.30pm
ON SALE

We are delighted to announce the launch of the Jasmin Vardimon Pop Up Space at the Ashford Designer Outlet! Opening in January 2020 the Pop Up Space will provide an exciting hub of activity to experience and participate in the work of internationally acclaimed and Ashford based Jasmin Vardimon Company.

The Pop Up Space will allow for both McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford and Jasmin Vardimon to engage more closely with the Ashford community, allowing for local schools, organisations and individuals to build further life skills through creative practices. The space will be running masterclasses, workshops and will look to work closely with local arts organisations. The hope is to be able to provide a well-rounded creative space through exhibitions, workshops, talks, and screenings.

Peter Corr, Centre Manager of McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford comments: “Offering more than just a shopping experience has become an integral part of McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford. It is very important to us to give back to the community with unique experiences. We are delighted to be partnering with Jasmin Vardimon Company to introduce our guests to a new form of creativeness.”

Jasmin Vardimon, also comments: “We are hugely excited to be working with McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford on the opening of the Jasmin Vardimon Pop Up Space. Over the past eight years, we have made a really positive impact on culture and dance education in Ashford and this will provide an opportunity to share our experience and knowledge with the wider community of Ashford & Kent. We welcome visitors to experience all that we have to offer and be involved in shaping our participation programme ahead of the move into our new building.”

Earlier this year our wonderful audiences raised money for the JV2 Audience Bursary to help one of our new JV2 students, and we are delighted to announce that the recipient of the award is Katerina Tylliridou!

“Thank you so much JV2 for contributing to my journey with this bursary. This program has given me so much already I can’t even begin to explain. Thank you! “ – Katerina

We are excited to announce that Jasmin’s choreography for Paloma Faith’s music video, Loyal, has been nominated for Best Choreography at the UK Music Video Awards!

Jasmin choreographed Paloma Faith’s music video last year, October 2018, including Company dancer Joshua Smith and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jamie Travis.

The award ceremony will be held in London, 23 October 2019.

You can watch the full video here.

 

 

 

 

We are delighted to announce company dancer Sabrina Gargano as JV2 Programme Leader alongside performing in Pinocchio in the title role!

The DVD/USB of Medusa is now available as part of our friends membership scheme. Medusa can be yours to take home for free as a perk of the friend’s scheme. Starting at just £15 per year you can choose a DVD/USB of a production of your choice! 

We are delighted to announce the launch of the JV2 Audience Bursary Fundraiser to support one of our new JV2 students.

By donating as little as your coffee price, you could co-fund a place for a talented young dancer on JV2. Together we can offer unique opportunities and nurture a new generation of dancers. Every £ raised will go directly to the selected student.

Every year we train up to sixteen exceptional young dancers at the start of their careers on our internationally renowned Professional Development Diploma, JV2. We hope that every young person offered this opportunity is able to participate and thrive, regardless of their economic situation.

Today the full programme of events was announced for Fly The Flag, a major new project marking the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

In a unique collaboration, a wide-ranging group of arts organisations and human rights charities commissioned artist Ai Weiwei to design a new flag. Everyone across the country is invited to Fly The Flag for Human Rights between 24 and 30 June 2019 in events around the UK, with over 150 organisations involved.

Jasmin has been invited to speak at a free event held at Sadler’s Wells June 24, a panel debate exploring the relationship between art and human rights. Further artists to be announced soon.

To register your interest in attending, email FlyTheFlagRSVP@sadlerswells.com

 

 

 

Jasmin Vardimon Company are delighted to announce additional free MEDUSA EDUCATION RESOURCES.

Designed to compliment the A-Level Dance Curriculum, these resources can be used by GCSE, BTEC Dance, Drama and Performing Arts students and anyone interested in the work of Jasmin Vardimon Company. MEDUSA offers a fresh look at the mythology behind the monster and offers a captivating, bold and mesmerising performance exploring climate change and a reflection on the powerful feminine symbol of Medusa, the myth and its various connotations in our contemporary life.

Video Insights

A FREE selection of videos that give a unique insight into Jasmin Vardimon’s MEDUSA. Interviews with Vardimon offer a personal reflection into the themes, inspirations, stylistic, features and methodologies used in the creative process of Medusa. Company members consider their journey into and experience of working in the company. Specially filmed solos provide clear examples of movement material from MEDUSA, ideal for those studying or drawing inspiration from the work.

Click HERE to view the films.

Join Jasmin Vardimon Company for a fun, physical and engaging workshop exploring Jasmin Vardimon’s creative process Thursday 30 May 11am-4pm.