Physically exhilarating and touchingly poignant, Knot is the internationally acclaimed debut circus and dance work by Nikki & JD.
Nikki & JD use hand-to-hand circus skills to tell the tale of an impossible choice: how can we be honest with ourselves without hurting those we love? Knot is a finely crafted theatrical journey through the struggles of commitment.
Created in collaboration with award-winning choreographer Ben Duke of Lost Dog Dance Company, Knot is a very modern affair told with delicate sensitivity through breath-taking acrobatics and heart wrenching dance.
Press
“This is great work, sophisticated, sexy and yearning.” Lyn Gardner for Stage Door
“Brutally honest and highly personal” Herald Scotland ★★★★★
“Is there a word for the love an audience can feel towards two circus performers? If not, there ought to be.” The List ★★★★
“Knot is a beautiful, touching show, performed with magnificent skill and so much heart.” The 730 Review ★★★★
“The strength, stamina and control of both performers are spectacles within themselves.” The Wonderful World of Dance
“A thrilling and entertaining show; perhaps pioneering a new genre of comedy acrobatics” Dance Tabs ★★★★
Awards
Jacksons Lane and Total Theatre Award for Circus (2019)
Herald Angel (2019)
Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh Award (nomination, 2019)
Nikki & JD
Nikki & JD are an acrobatic duo with a unique blend of skills in circus and contemporary dance. Since the beginning of their collaboration, they have sought to push and refine our use of hand-to-hand acrobatics, dance, and storytelling.
Their ambition is to achieve strong storytelling while dancing what needs to be danced. We believe that acrobatics and movement are two ingredients that should support, and not distract, from the stories we tell.
Practical
Practical Information
Set-up: Indoor
Running time: 55 minutes
Touring party: 3 or 4
Minimum tech requirement: 4,5m deep x 7m wide x 4,5m high
Contact
Participation
Nikki & JD have a wide range of workshops available on demand. Workshops are aimed at professional performers, and those that are new to the art form.
They also offer post show discussions with the director of the company and the performers. Get in touch with axel@splitsecond.org.uk to find out more.
Credits
Directors: Rosamond Martin, Nikki Rummer, Jean-Daniel Broussé
Performers: Nikki Rummer, Jean-Daniel Broussé
Choreography mentor: Ellis Saul
Movement mentor: Pippa Duke, Martin Corri
Mentor: Ben Duke
Lighting Designer: Will Ingham
Photographer: Fabio Affuso
Costume Designer: Oliver Garcia
Original music: Tim Lenkiewicz
Co-Producer: Jacksons Lane
Photos: Fabio Affuso
Upcoming Tour Dates
