The Red Shoes at MK Theatre
Tuesday 14th February 2017
The story is loosely based on the Hans Christian Anderson
fairy story that also became a film. It always helps to do some research before
you go to get the full understanding of the story. After all there are no
words, just a beautiful story told through dance, mime and music. Altogether it
was quite refreshing and relaxing for the theatre goer.
Matthew Bourne, probably the best chorographer of recent
times has turned the story of the Red Shoes into an exquisite piece of art.
With beautiful music and a mixture of ballet and contemporary dance this is a
show that shouldn’t pass you by.
The set is a work of art in itself with an enormous arch
that moves around to show the back and front of a stage. This play is about a
play so quite multi- levelled. It can be difficult to keep up with the scenes
as it shifts from the stage play to the touring company’s travels but that in
no way detracts from the journey as we drift from one magical scene to another.
There are moments away from the main action such as the beach scene that at
first seems a bit out of place but merely reflects the different places where
the touring company visit. There is light relief with the alternative sand
dance that amuses the audience. It certainly shows the versatility of Matthew
Bourne.
All the cast were excellent but I must mention Ashley Shaw
who played the lead of Victoria Page whose dancing and interpretation of the
role was magnificent. Perfect casting.
The show is on at Milton Keynes until Saturday 18th
February. This show is bound to sell out so be quick!
Tickets from www.atgtickets.com/Miltonkeynes or telephone
0844 871 7652 (booking fee applies)
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