Luxuria

In a comical contrast to the rich tones of the opening piano soundtrack, the dancers of Luxuria scurry impishly onstage and begin to violently thrust and jerk their bodies. Drawn in by their kooky, playful movements and the tender soundtrack, this piece instantly entices.

First performed at the fringe in 2005, Liv Lorent's Luxuria is equally as bewitching the second time round. Lorent is well known for choreographing works that are personally and emotionally engaging. And inspired by sexual desire and the need for fulfillment, the result is a piece which is hopelessly romantic.

The costumes add to the enchantment of the piece. As the four girls, draped in billowing dresses, are lifted through the space, it seems as if they are floating on air. The men are emotionally charged and wearing robes of muted greens, seem frolicsome and elfin-like in character.

The chroeography is devastatingly beautiful and amid the flurry of movement, the lighting dims and the tempo changes, pausing occasionally to showcase the dancers in moments of incredible strength and poise.

The ten-strong company move together as one, perfectly in tune with one another, executing complex sequences and always absolutely in time. Drunk on love, the dancers are in character throughout, their connections strong and the desire potent.

One of two shows being performed by Scottish Dance Theatre this year, Luxuria is unashamedly passionate. An intoxicating piece of dance, it surely won't fail to melt even the hardest of souls.