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Dancer, Choreographer, Teacher - Jane Beckett

STAGES with Peter Eyers
STAGES with Peter Eyers
Episode • Jul 11, 2018 • 57m
'Dance is a vertical expression of a horizontal desire' (Martha Graham)- so reads the quote atop Jane Beckett's extensive CV.
A dancer who trained in the classical form, her experiences in Europe showed her the many expressions possible through contemporary dance.
A career in Musical theatre and regular employment dancing on television and supporting big names in cabaret - evolved into a career as a choreographer and teacher.
Jane talks to us about life as a dancer and the influences that have shaped her work to allow the creation of the engaging works she crafts every day.

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