Dance is the original behavior of the body. Dance is before or beyond words. Dance is play with the human form. In this intensive workshop, Katsura Kan will share ideas about dance choreography through his "Matrix". This is not a butoh class or lesson. Instead, it is an opportunity to do cooperative research about a "strange object".....THE BODY. Our friend Bridget … [Read more...]
JunKroom Special Event on 17th February
Sean says... JunKroom will be holding a special event on Thursday 17th February at Urbanguild on Kiyamachi Dori in central Kyoto. We are very honoured to have Alexander Rishaug, Espen Sommer Eide (Phonophani) and Sigbjorn Apeland, 3 great artists from Norway participate in this event as part of their Japanese tour. This will be their only appearance in Kyoto. In addition we … [Read more...]
Pictures from Ur食堂LIVE!
Just some pictures and three videos from Wednesday night at Urbanguild. There was a good and fun crowd of people there (free entry might have had something to do with that) and excellent performances from Mitsu Salmon, ryotaro, Nadia Porcar, trace elements and Dodo. Here are the pictures: And here are some horribly pixellated videos (that's why they are so small). Not … [Read more...]
International Love Cabaret Returns!
The first event I attended at Urbanguild, just over a year ago was International Love Cabaret, hosted by Mitsu Salmon. Back then I was ushered into a world of gold painted ladies, butoh and contemporary dance and knock down rock. It was a revelation and Urbanguild quickly became my favorite events venue. Each event though has its own special appeal so I am very happy to … [Read more...]
Pictures & Videos from Resonance 2010
Undoubtedly the best show I have seen at Urbanguild - or indeed in Kyoto, Resonance 2010 was an extraordinary collaborative display of pure gold shiny talent by the dancers, singers and musicians who took part. A big bravo to them all and to the organiser Daniel Rosen for creating this unforgettable event. My only regret is that I didn't go both nights and my only complaint is … [Read more...]
