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Following the overwhelming response to its high-energy show in 2009, the Georgian National Dance Company Sukhishvili returns to Hong Kong this month to thrill spectators with its virtuosity. With the men's amazing point work and the women's graceful glides, the ethnic dance extravaganza is a remarkable display of Georgia's unique culture and charm.
Praised by The New York Times as "a folk gem with classical facets", the company's performances superbly combine contemporary elan with authentic folk roots. Its upcoming programme features different works with gorgeous choreography and fabulous costumes.
Speed, strength and agility come to the fore in exciting feats of dagger-throwing and sabre-wielding, reflecting the Georgian characteristics of daring and courage, while light-hearted scenes depict old customs in fresh ways as traders and artisans celebrate the joys of everyday life. Refined wedding traditions and high-society dances, including timeless classics such as the regal Samaia and romantic Qartuli, also take on a new appearance.
Founded by eminent dancers and husband-and-wife team Iliko Sukhishvili and Nino Ramishvili, the Georgian National Dance Company Sukhishvili has helped preserve and develop Georgian folk dancing over the past 70 years, establishing itself as a national treasure. It has been hailed as the "Eighth Wonder of the World" overseas and has performed in more than 80 countries for over 50 million spectators. Third-generation family members Iliko Sukhishvili Jr and Nino Sukhishvili are now taking their grandparents' artistic vision forward, blending folk, classical and modern elements into their choreography and continuing to amaze audiences around the world.
The visit of Georgian National Dance Company Sukhishvili is one of the programmmes of the World Cultures Festival 2015 - A Decade of Exquisite Arts. It will be staged from October 22 to 24. Details are as follows:
Date and time: October 22, 8pm
Venue: Sha Tin Town Hall Auditorium
Prices: $140, $200, $260, $340
Date and time: October 23, 8pm
Venue: Tsuen Wan Town Hall Auditorium
Prices: $120, $180, $240, $300
Date and time: October 24, 8pm
Venue: Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium
Prices: $120, $160, $200, $280
Tickets are now available at URBTIX. Half-price tickets are available for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 and above, people with disabilities and their minders, and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance recipients. Other booking discounts of up to 20 per cent are available.
Organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the World Cultures Festival 2015 - A Decade of Exquisite Arts will be held from October 16 to November 15. It features an array of artistic gems representing rich and diverse cultures from around the globe in celebration of the festival's 10th anniversary.
Programme brochures are available at URBTIX outlets or at the website, www.worldfestival.gov.hk. For programme enquiries, please call 2370 1044.
Internet bookings can be made at www.urbtix.hk. Credit card telephone bookings can be made on 2111 5999.
Ends/Thursday, October 15, 2015
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