Robert Dow
@systylus
Robert Dow is a composer, sound artist, hypnotherapist and writer based in Edinburgh. His expertise and interests are very varied and include contemporary music, sound art, film, dance, theatre, photography, plant science and microbiology (especially parasitology). He is currently learning how to row.
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Are We Stronger Than Winston?
A strong narrative and the dancer’s dynamism, carry this affecting new work along.
Dieser Ort
Great energy from the dancers, but perhaps too many chairs, in this new, full-length work from Matthew Farmer.
Blush
Although a polished and well produced piece of theatre, this only has time to scratch the surface of the issues it addresses.
Wrecked
A deftly crafted, well told story, taking place in one of the Fringe’s most unique venues.
Solo Date
Despite some flaws, this is a well-crafted story with a subtle complexity.
The Mikado
Although lacking some sheen, everything is as it should be musically, in this very worthwhile co-production.
BalletBoyz
Two contrasting new works are presented in this very worthwhile, contemporary dance programme.
RSNO/Søndergård
The RSNO launch their short Stravinsky Project, with two of Stravinsky’s later works and touch too much Schubert.
NDT 2
With both fantastic dancers and first-rate choreography, it is a pleasure to welcome back NDT 2 to Edinburgh.
Scottish Ballet – Swan Lake
David Dawson’s new version of Swan Lake is clever, exciting and well executed.
RSNO/Denève/Osborne
Stéphane Denève returns to a relaxed RSNO with this rather eccentric musical journey.
Northern Ballet – 1984
A polished and committed production of impeccable quality, which nevertheless seems to lack genuine edge.
Phoenix Dance
Although not a uniformly successful programme, the incredible dancers bring this triple bill to a rolling boil.
Tavaziva Dance – Africarmen
Despite being impressively danced and full of energy, Africarmen feels surprisingly tired by its end.
RSNO/Oundjian
In a clear and detailed performance, the RSNO evoke the sea in two contrasting but connected ways.
Snow White
The perfect parts that make up balletLORENT’s Snow White, create a somewhat imperfect whole.
NordDance
An exciting and highly successful festival, featuring edgy new dance work from Scotland and the Nordic countries.
RSNO/Märkl/Escaich
The RSNO are in top form under Jun Märkl in this concert featuring the very fine French organist, Thierry Escaich.
Royal New Zealand Ballet—Giselle
Despite a slow first act, this is a very agreeable two hours, with many beautiful moments and some definite flashes of brilliance.
Richard Alston Dance Company
A satisfying programme of dance that has a truly intimate rapport with the music.
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
With great dancers and artful, witty choreography, The Trocks are much, much more than simply ballerinos in tutus.
RSNO/Oundjian
An in many ways gratifying performance of Mahler’s 2nd Symphony, but lacking real inspiration.