Denise Woods
StopGAP Dance Company
Farnham Maltings
Bridge Square
Farnham GU9 7QR
T +44 (0)125 274 5443
E denise@stopgap.uk.com
W stopgap.uk.com
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SIZE OF COMPANY
Up to 9 on the road
SCALE OF VENUE
Small- to middle-scale
PERMANENT STAFF
Artistic Director
Vicki Balaam
Executive Producer
Denise Woods
Assistant General Manager
Sho Shibata
ARTISTIC POLICY
StopGAP is an integrated dance company with a passion for presenting high-quality dance that is thrillingly vibrant, at times tender, and shows unflinching integrity. The five charismatic dancers present work that combines strong contemporary dance technique, alongside character-driven dance theatre. Showcasing work by a range of UK and international choreographers, StopGAP aims to inspire and engage while provoking emotions and challenge preconceptions.
REVIEW EXTRACTS
‘What estimable performers! The security and daring with which they move, and the emotional honesty they bring seems second nature.’ Donald Hutera, The Times ()
‘What a success. Dramatic, filmic, stylish, athletic… add their sense of theatre and light-hearted humour and the results are arresting.’ Liz Arratoon, The Stage ()
‘StopGAP are a joyous burst of technicolor, and through this triumphant, energetic affirmation had me questioning my own attitudes.’ Total Theatre Magazine ()
CURRENT PRODUCTIONS
Thomas Noone uses pure dance in an imaginary world of repressed emotion and explosive tension. Rob Tannion’s dance combines exquisite beauty, ferocious drama and trademark dark humour. Double bill. (60 mins ,can include additional interval, 5 on stage, 9 on the road for theatres.)
is a relentless race through London, observing British eccentricity, their sense of invention and great British symbols. Explosive, quirky and humorous dance, perfect for international and new audiences. Choreographer, Lucy Bennett. (30 mins, 6 on stage, 9 on the stage, suitable for outdoor settings.)
WRAP-AROUND
Workshops, seminars, matinees and residencies with educational establishments and disability groups from primary to older people available. Lectures, lecture-demonstrations and training on methods of integration for professional practitioners and international choreographic projects with European collaborators abroad. Workshops and training for disability groups with limited movement or limited verbal comprehension. Business training in setting up integrated dance companies, and the logistics and aesthetics of disability arts. Access training for staff at performance venues.
RECENT INTERNATIONAL WORK
2009 France, Germany, Japan, Norway ()
2008 Spain, Norway ()
2007 France, Spain, Sweden ()
TOURING AVAILABILITY
From January 2010
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