Yūko-kai - a concert of Japanese dance celebrates the life and work of dancer Fujima Yūko (1929-2003), the first teacher of TomoeArts' director Colleen Lanki (Fujima Sayū)
Date/Time: May 12 2018, 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Vancouver, The Dance Centre | Event calendarCost: $39.00
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The concert will present two of Fujima Yūko's original choreographies and favourite dances, showcasing and revitalizing her gei or art. Yūko-Kai brings you a rare connoisseur performance of nihon buyoh and the chance to witness the legacy of an amazing, beautiful master dancer.
The performance features Fujima Shōgo, a celebrated performer who has been seen on international stages and was the star of TomoeArts Odori: The World of Kabuki Dance. and Shamisen & Odori. Also featured is Fujima Minako, who studied with Fujima Yūko from age 3 and is the one dancer who truly embodies Yuko's movements and gestures. Joining them is TomoeArts' Artistic Director, Colleen Lanki (Fujima Sayū) and Ryan Caron.
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