Author: Courtney.Roger

The JV2 2018 tour is now on sale, presenting a triple bill with works by Jasmin Vardimon, Yunkyung Song and André Rebelo.

Rejoicing in youth culture has always been at the heart of the JV2 programme and their 2018 triple bill is no exception. This electrifying new production celebrates the intrinsically fresh approach of two emerging choreographers, in collaboration with the vast experience of the multi-award winning choreographer Jasmin Vardimon.

The established JV2 Professional Development Diploma was developed by Jasmin Vardimon Company, with the mission to encourage, cultivate and nurture young talent and young audiences.

This year’s JV2 are an ensemble of 15 international bright new talent; hand-picked by Artistic Director Jasmin Vardimon.

JV2 2018 showcases works created by Yunkyung Song and André Rebelo. The triple bill will culminate in a performance of Jasmin Vardimon’s (In between), originally created for the National Youth Dance Company and premiered at Sadler’s Wells in 2013. (In between) has been revived for 2018 with the exceptional talent of the JV2 ensemble.

TOUR DATES:

Thursday 19 April
TUNBRIDGE WELLS Trinity Theatre
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Tuesday 24 April
CANTERBURY Gulbenkian
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Friday 27 & Saturday 28 April
LONDON Sadler’s Wells
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Wednesday 2 May
WOLVERHAMPTON Arena Theatre
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Interested in auditioning for JV2? Find out more here.

Join us for a week intensive in the home of internationally renowned Jasmin Vardimon Company.

We are delighted to announce that Jasmin Vardimon Company’s Pinocchio is heading to SAT! Teatre de Barcelona, Spain on Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 March 2018!

Based on the original book by Collodi and performed by Vardimon’s multi-talented dancers, Pinocchio will bring to life the famous marionette as he embarks on a fantastic journey to become a human boy.

Showcasing Vardimon’s uniquely theatrical choreographic and directorial style, Pinocchio will combine physical theatre, quirky characterisation, innovative technologies, text and dance to examine the idea of what it means to be human.

With insightful humour, engaging drama and an acute observation of behaviour Pinocchio will take audiences on a wonderful journey of discovery through the parameters of this timeless and beloved fable.

Tickets will be on sale in January, and will be available from the venue’s website here.

Enhance your dance technique through our Intermediate Contemporary Dance classes.

Classes are suitable for ages 16+, and take place at the Jasmin Vardimon Production Space in Ashford. If possible, please bring trainers and kneepads.

Classes are £8 each* and run on Thursday evenings, 6.15pm-7.15pm, from 11 January-15 February.
*£6 for students – proof required when booking
Not a student? We are also offering a group discount for those who register in groups of four or more!

Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. Please book your place in advance by emailing eduadmin@what2make.com.

We are delighted to announce that Jasmin Vardimon Company’s Pinocchio is heading to Stavanger konserthus, Norway in March 2018!

Based on the original book by Collodi and performed by Vardimon’s multi-talented dancers, Pinocchio will bring to life the famous marionette as he embarks on a fantastic journey to become a human boy.

Showcasing Vardimon’s uniquely theatrical choreographic and directorial style, Pinocchio will combine physical theatre, quirky characterisation, innovative technologies, text and dance to examine the idea of what it means to be human.

With insightful humour, engaging drama and an acute observation of behaviour Pinocchio will take audiences on a wonderful journey of discovery through the parameters of this timeless and beloved fable.

Tickets are now available and can be booked here.

OPEN AUDITIONS for Gulbenkian Youth Dance Company take place Sunday 29 October, at the Sports Centre, University of Kent, 2-5pm.

If you’re 14-18 and have contemporary dance experience, this is a great opportunity to develop your creative, technical and theatrical abilities, in physically challenging sessions led by Jasmin Vardimon Company dancers. As part of Gulbenkian Youth Dance Company, you’ll work towards creating curtain-raiser performances for professional companies and get to see selected dance shows from the Gulbenkian programme for free.

Gulbenkian Youth Dance Company sessions run termly, 2.45-5pm on Sundays, at a cost of £10 per session.

Auditions are open to all with relevant experience, but you must register in advance. Email Neelam Saredia, Gulbenkian’s Creative Learning Assistant on N.Saredia@kent.ac.uk for a registration form.

Gulbenkian Youth Dance Company is run in partnership with Jasmin Vardimon Company and Kent Sport.

If you are looking to enhance your performance and dance technique, then come and join us for a brand new autumn term of Intermediate Contemporary Dance Classes.

Classes are suitable for ages 16+, and take place at the Jasmin Vardimon Production Space in Ashford. If possible, please bring trainers and kneepads.

Classes are £10 each* and run on Thursday evenings, 6.30pm-7.30pm, from 26th October-14th December.
*Book all 8 classes and get 1 class free!

Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. Please book your place in advance by emailing eduadmin@what2make.com.

Following on from the hugely successful Justitia symposium, award winning Sadler’s Wells Associate and international choreographer Jasmin Vardimon invites you to join and listen to a panel of leading thinkers, contemporary philosophers and creative minds to analyse, respond and debate a shared moment of performance – her critically acclaimed production of Pinocchio.

The symposium, hosted by Geoffrey Colman, Head of Acting, Royal Central School (acting coach, director, writer and broadcaster), will provide a fantastic opportunity for the general public as well as MA students, undergraduate and A-level teachers/students to witness fresh and creative ways to analyse and interpret Jasmin’s work. This free event will follow the matinee performance, and is ahead of the evening performance of Pinocchio at Sadler’s Wells on Saturday 28 October.

Contributors include:
– Emily Kasriel
– Mark Foley
– Dr Simone Schnall
– Dr Iain MacKenzie
– Dr Danielle Sands
– Dr David Berman
– Graham Watts OBE
– Dr Libby Worth
– Gray Risby

The event is free but will be ticketed. Book by emailing admin@what2make.com or by calling 01233 628545.

Symposium: Saturday 28 October, 4.30pm-6pm – Mezzanine, Sadler’s Wells Theatre, London

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Following the high demand for JVIntensive in the UK, we are really excited to announce we will also be holding JVIntensive in Barcelona this year!

Hosted by Institute of the Arts Barcelona, Jasmin Vardimon Company will offer the JVIntensive 6 week programme from Monday 3rd July to Friday 11th August 2017.

We still have places available so if you are looking for an intensive programme to develop your versatility as a performer, and fancy training over the summer in Barcelona, please email education@what2make.com to apply!

Places offered on a first come first served basis.

For more information on the programme visit:  www.jasminvardimon.com/education/jvintensive