Kagemusha Taiko: Spirit of the Drum
Displaying breath-taking choreography, boundless energy and pounding rhythms. Combining graceful moves and melodies with power, vigour and unstoppable joy. Bridport Arts Centre welcome Kagamusha Taiko on Saturday 29 October.
Taiko, originally from Japan, is a highly-choreographed, theatrical style of drumming, it has much in common with dance and martial arts. However, if you’ve seen traditional Japanese taiko groups you may be surprised to see Kagamusha Taiko play in their own western-influenced style. It’s their sheer energy that audiences find irresistible.
Jonathan Kirby, Kagemusha Taiko’s Artistsic director says “Taiko comes from the player, not from a foreign country. When we perform, you’ll see us express ourselves enthusiastically and with complete integrity. We enjoy ourselves hugely, and we hope you’ll enjoy our taiko too.”
“Kagemusha Taiko are awesome. Entertaining and impressively skilled drummers in tune with each other, a phenomenal experience” Katy Star-Stocker, Bridport Arts Centre Exhibitions Assistant.
Saturday 29 October, 7.30pm £10/£9 members/£8 concessions.
Tickets are available from bridport Arts Centre’s box office, open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, 01308 424204.
