Mixing nightclub vibes with West End production values and the raw impact of a music gig, BLAZE is a high-energy show of non-stop streetdance from some of the world’s hottest DJs, B-Boys and streetdancers.
Directed by top West End director and choreographer Anthony van Laast (Mamma Mia!, Sister Act, Batman Live) BLAZE the Show features 12 of the best streetdancers and breakers in the world and choreography from some of the brightest and hottest names in streetdance like Kendra Horsburgh, Lyle Beniga, Mike Song, Chris Baldock and Kenny Wormald. Plus stunning set designs by Es Devlin (set designer for Kanye West, Mika, Take That, Pet Shop Boys and the Lady Gaga Monster Ball tour).
After the successful premier at West End in London and the sold out tours in the Netherlands and the UK, BLAZE the Show is back rocking the theatres. Both press and public react passionately to the show. Buy your tickets now for the Berlin shows of the best streetdance show you will ever see!
Continuing the meteoric rise of streetdance after the success of TV shows such as Britain’s Got Talent and So You Think You Can Dance, BLAZE the Show is guaranteed to delight streetdance junkies and newcomers alike. Experience the sensation of streetdance live in the Admiralspalast!
The challenging choreography is the combination of the talents of seven international choreographers, all absolutely at the top of their game in their different backgrounds. The choreography pushes the dancers to new levels in their styles proving that streetdance is not for the faint-hearted and will take the respect it is entitled to in the world of dance.
The gifted choreographers have raised the standard of BLAZE to make it the freshest, most energetic streetdance show in the world. They are: Anthony van Laast, Tommy Franzén, Kendra Horsburgh, Chris Baldock, Kenny Wormald, Lyle Beniga and Mike Song.
Anthony van Laast
Anthony has a rich history in the industry as a dancer, choreographer and show director. From stage (Mamma Mia!,Siegfried and Roy, Sister Act, Batman Live), to film (Mamma Mia!,Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince), to live music shows (Mika, Kate Bush). Six years ago Van Laast was the director for the streetdance extravaganza BOUNCE and is now thrilled to be back to direct BLAZE the Show. He has once again created something exciting, innovative and original that will captivate and enthrall audiences and will set new standards in the world of contemporary dance.
Streetdance is a genre Anthony feels great affinity to. “It never stands still; it constantly evolves and reinvents itself,” he says, “streetdance is the true contemporary dance of the twenty-first century.”
Mike Song
Mike Song:
"The dancers bring an intensity that will really shock and surprise the audience."
Inspired by both American and Korean artists, Mike has been a part of several seasons of America’s Best Dance Crew and has a very impressive international career as a judge, choreographer and instructor. He is one of the most progressive choreographers and currently the artistic director of Kaba Modern Legacy.
Kenny Wormald
Kenny Wormald:
"If you like dancing and music you have to see BLAZE. It's gonna be a fusion of all the styles of hiphop: it's gonna be an amazing show."
Kenny has been working with a seemingly endless list of artists: Chris Brown, Madonna, Britney Spears, Janet Jackson and The Pussycat Dolls to name just a few. He has been a part of MTV's 2009 tribute to Michael Jackson and choreographer for the American show So You Think You Can Dance.
Lyle Beniga
Lyle Beniga:
"There's a lot of strength involved. It's quick but smooth, isolated but big. These dancers are really killing it."
Lyle is another choreographer with experience with strictly A-list artists. Amongst them are: Missy Elliott, Christina Aguilera and Hillary Duff. He also danced at the Michael Jackson tribute @ MTV's 2009 VMAs. Most famous for his innovative freestyle, Lyle has given master classes and workshops in every corner of the world.
Chris Baldock
Chris Baldock:
"The opportunity to take an art form like streetdance to a new level and to share that with new audiences is an honor."
Chris has had an incredible career so far. Some highlights: are the streetdance show Bounce, Starlight Express, Top of the Pops, The Brits, Mobo Awards and he choreographed and directed shows for fashion brands such as Adidas, Nike, Levi's and Asics.
