Artist talk with Kevin Edward Turner on “Witness This”Mental Health Arts Festival
This event is in the past.
In conversation with Simone Schulte-Aladag (Fokus Tanz), Kevin Edward Turner also talks about his own experiences with bipolar disorder, on which the Witness This performance is based. This talk is held in English.
This event is in the past.
In conversation with Simone Schulte-Aladag (Fokus Tanz), Kevin Edward Turner also talks about his own experiences with bipolar disorder, on which the Witness This performance is based. This talk is held in English.
From delusions and rapid mood swings to extreme highs and lows, the piece epitomises what Turner and his loved ones experienced, both real and imagined. It also looks at the importance of love, understanding and support on the road to recovery.
Kevin Edward Turner began dancing at the age of eight at the Trafford Youth Dance Theatre. He completed his formal training at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance, where he graduated with honours. He has worked with many international dance companies and has taught contemporary dance throughout the world.
In 2007, Turner co-founded Company Chameleon and has since put on performances, master classes, workshops, residencies, interventions and participatory projects both at home and abroad.
