New Statesman / 21 November 2005
“Vardimon’s work amalgamates the styles of the legendary German and American choreographers Pina Bausch and Mark Morris to create subtle social commentary. It is, however, more physically sophisticated than that produced by acclaimed modern dance companies such as DV8 or Frantic Assembly. Her new work, Park, continues this tradition.”
Sheffield Star / 5 November 2005
“It’s an evening of transformations in the style of a modern fairy tale, baffling and sometimes beguiling and just when it threatens to take itself too seriously, there’s a sort of conspiratorial wink at the audience, a reminder that we shouldn’t worry too much about the meaning but enjoy an enthusiastic piece of outrageous theatre.”
Music OMH / 4 October 2005
“Park is the latest assault on the boundaries between dance and theatre by choreographer Jasmin Vardimon. Devised around a hyper-real representation of a park and its residents, it’s a thrilling urban fantasy that fully demonstrates Vardimon’s drive to strike away at the pretensions associated with theatrical genre. In doing so she has created a show that is accessible to all. It’s a magical piece of work, and one which delivers on many of its ambitious goals.”
The Stage / 24 February 2005
“Bristling with tension, raw excitement and audacious moves Jasmin Vardimon’s new full-length piece looks at figures seeking escape in an urban park.”
