ProjectWINGS

ProjectWINGS is a Fringe show at a huge disadvantage. With an unfortunate last minute change of venue, the Prague four-piece are performing almost unnoticed, far from the hub of the festival. Still, tonight's modest audience of 10 ten do not seem to deter the dancers, who, along with three musicians, ooze energy and enthusiasm.

The show has a dark, almost backstreet alley feel. Set and instruments are all covered in a collage of newspaper cuttings and graffiti and a projector screen provides a somewhat bizarre visual accompaniment, displaying images of birds, buildings, glistening water and snow flickering alongside the performers.

The quirky four-piece works well in unison, attacking the floor, set and metal sheets with heavy tap steps, sending the rhythmic beats ricocheting around the theatre. The infectious live music, which could be described as ‘cheesy rock’, is also an able accompaniment for the stomping footwork, although it perhaps could have been developed a little further.

The dancers obviously enjoy clowning around with ideas and off the wall choreography, each giving an accomplished performance. Pavel Strouhal deserves an individual mention for his death-defying dance stunts on a run of wooden steps, leaving the audience gasping in awe.

With their unique ideas, hilarious interactions and fiery, frantic dancing, this show deserves to be seen. And after a mad hour of crazy entertainment, you’ll appreciate the long walk back into town to digest it all.