“Art Effect” by WGRUV Dance company continues its national tour, with the performances at Roodepoort Theatre from 5-7 November 2025. The first performance at 14h00 on Wednesday, 5 November, is a matinee especially for school students. Special group and pensioner discounts are available. Get tickets now!
Art In Motion
The show’s run at the UJ Arts Centre in October garnered rave reviews, with audience comments on WGRUV’s social media accounts reflecting the impact of the different aspects of the show.
“Wow! Totally amazing!" | “Art in motion” “Beautiful – loved it!" | “World class!"“Loved the African beats” | “Truly beautiful, powerful show.”
“Art Effect” features a dynamic fusion of classical technique, personal expression and cultural narrative. Four choreographic voices come together to explore movement as an artistic statement.
“Vivace Motifs” by New York choreographer Jessica Lang is a restaging of her refined ballet for six dancers. It's set to the music of Handel and Corelli, and features Baroque-inspired gestures.
“Postures” by Lex and Holly Gruver includes a collaboration with visual artist Greatjoy Ndlovu. The expressive charcoal artistry of his human figures translates into movement, using a classical contemporary approach to explore physical expressions of hope.
Neoclassical duet “Game On” by American choreographer Lauren Lovette playfully captures the spirit of competition. “Rosie” by Roseline Wilkins of Vuyani Dance marks WGRUV’s debut in African contemporary vocabulary. This personal and emotive work includes the sounds of live percussionists Decius Pitjadi and Tommy Gruver.
The Roodepoort run of Art Effect is a homecoming for West Rand locals Lisa Stapelberg, Jenna Groves, and Nicola Tolmay, thrilled to perform for hometown fans.
“Art Effect” is a collaboration of art, music and dance that creates a stage performance that will touch the heart and engage the mind. Join WGRUV Dance Company for performances filled with artistry, meaning and breathtaking dance.
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