Tag Archives: festival hall

Where to eat and drink in the West End

Posted on November 8, 2018 by mkmswain

Visiting one of London’s many and varied culinary hotspots pre-theatre makes a West End trip feel like a real night out. However, it can be challenging to find somewhere with fast service, so you’re not anxiously clock-watching; excellent food, but … Continue reading →

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Thank you for the music

Posted on February 13, 2018 by mkmswain

A new exhibition celebrates ABBA – the band that gets everyone dancing. Read my full Dancing Times article here

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Baila Brazil, Royal Festival Hall

Posted on September 13, 2015 by mkmswain

As we hunt for renewable energy sources, has anyone considered Balé de Rua? The hard-working company maintain their feverishly frenetic motion throughout an ambitious 85-minute show that – in line with the social conscience of co-directors/choreographers Marco Antonio Garcia and … Continue reading →

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Come Dancing, retirement, Baila Brazil and EuroGames

Posted on August 30, 2015 by mkmswain

My articles in the September issue of Dance Today, out now: So long, farewell Former champions talk retirement and life after competition Come Dancing remembered The rise and fall of Strictly‘s iconic BBC predecessor Q&A: Rachid Malki The Swedish pro on leaving the floor and new opportunities Barnstormin’ … Continue reading →

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