One of the most significant American theatre companies of the past decade, New York based collective Nature Theater of Oklahoma, make their long awaited London debut with their audacious story ballet No President: A Story Ballet of Enlightenment in Two Immoral Acts.
No President takes on show business with a showdown between rival troupes of former actors and ex-dancers. This fiercely political piece blends ballet, silent film, slapstick and contemporary dance to Tchaikovsky’s famous score The Nutcracker.
Conceived, written and directed by Pavol Liska and Kelly Copper, the story unfolds at a theatre where former actors compete against ex-ballet dancers to protect a precious theatre curtain – and behind it, whatever mystery it conceals. It is not long before conflicts are resolved through violence, love, hope and redemption.
Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall from 9 – 11 Jul.
Booking and full details: https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/
