Sadler's Wells Theatre

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Hofesh Shechter - Political Mother

Sadler's Wells Associate Artist Hofesh Shechter presents his highly anticipated new work Political Mother – his first full evening creation for his internationally acclaimed company since the worldwide success of In your rooms / Uprising.

***** "Part dance show, part heavy-rock gig. An audio-visual marvel"
DAILY TELEGRAPH | Read full review

**** "This is one angry piece, delivered like a roar of defiance in the face of an omnipotent, malevolent force. It’s visceral, painful and very, very exciting"
THE TIMES | Read full review

"With its surreal concept, punchy, furiously energetic choreography and thunderous rock score, played live, this substantial new work is a terrific piece of staging and an experience like no other"
SUNDAY TIMES

Commissioned by Sadler’s Wells & Brighton Festival, Political Mother brims with Shechter's gritty and emotional complexity. Ten dancers of the Hofesh Shechter Company present an ever more surreal chain of encounters, leading to a series of shocking, amusing and touching events, which challenge our notion of what is ‘normal’.

Political Mother is accompanied by a cinematic score composed by Shechter himself and performed by a band of live musicians.

Since his first performances at Sadler’s Wells in 2007 Hofesh Shechter has become one of the UK’s most celebrated young artists. His work has been seen at the Roundhouse, Latitude Festival and on the opening credits of Channel 4’s Skins.

**** "Hofesh Shechter. It’s a name to remember"
NEW YORK TIMES

**** "Just when you think you’ve got the measure of him, he throws something entirely unexpected and incredibly apt into the mix"
THE TIMES

Sky Arts – Behind the scenes with Hofesh Shechter
Take a look at preparations for the premiere of Political Mother. Hofesh talks about preparing for his new work, plus see exclusive clips of rehearsals.
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14 - 17 Jul 2010

Archived Show

Ticket office:

0844 412 4300

How to find us

Sadler's Wells Theatre
Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN

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Performance times

Wed - Sat at 7.30pm

Running time

70 mins (no interval)

Tickets

£10 - £25

Age Guidance:
11+

Please Note:
Political Mother features moments of loud music.

Group Discounts
Groups 8+ 20% off stalls seats for most performances. more »
Not available online or in conjunction with any other offer. To book, call the Ticket Office on 0844 412 4300.

Please Note: Under 5s are not admitted to this event. more »