Join us for an evening of folk dance from around the world, brought to life with a fresh female perspective.
WHAT is it?
Ceyda Tanc Dance presents Kizlar – a bold, modern take on traditional Turkish folk dance with a feminist twist.
Start your evening with a drink by the fire in the courtyard and a performance from the brilliant all-female Boss Morris, known for their playful, punk-inspired take on English morris dancing.
Followed by a vibrant performance from Gloucester’s own Bharatanatyam dancers from Napa Indian Arts.
Kizlar
‘Who runs the world? Girls.’
KIZLAR is a celebration of what it means to be female. Combining Turkish folk dance with stunning athletic movement, this captivating show presents different images of femininity, from the tender to the powerful.
Flipping traditionally male Turkish folk dances with an all-female company, KIZLAR brings a strong yet sensual energy to the stage.
This highly visual spectacle is accompanied by a powerful, rhythmic soundtrack blending Eastern sounds with modern beats.
‘KIZLAR is a defiant display of feminism with powerful movements, interspersed with tenderness as the dancers embrace’ – Brighton and Hove News
WHere
Gloucester Blackfriars Priory, Ladybellegate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2HN
It is a 10-15 minute walk (0.6 miles) from Gloucester train station and transport hub.
There is parking available next to the venue on Ladybellegate street and other city centre car parks are close by.
WHEN
Tuesday 4 November, 7:30pm
- The event will last approximately 80 minutes (exact times TBC)
money
- We don’t want cost to be a barrier to entry, so this event is Pay What You Can, with a suggested price of £7. If you are unable to afford the suggested price then you are welcome to come along for free.
access
- The first performance will be outside (weather dependant) and the venue may be cold so please wrap up warm
- The upper level of the performance space is accessible by five steps or a platform lift
- There is an accessible toilet located on the first floor, accessed via 9 steps or a lift
- All toilet cubicles include a dementia friendly, visual-assist blue toilet seat to aid those with visual impairments
- Outside the main entrance, Ladybellegate Street car park has 7 accessible parking bays
- You can read more about the accessibility of the venue here
- If you have any questions please get in touch, info@strikealight.org.uk
THANKS AND CREDITS
Kizalr is presented by Ceyda Tanc Dance as part of Rural Touring Dance Initiative
Thanks to Boss Morris, Nethra Academy Of Performing Arts, Gloucester Blackfriars and Impermanence Dance
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