Documentary captures FKA Twigs and hundreds of Baltimore dancers copping her moves
FKA Twigs, the British singer and dancer known for her experimental yet organic approach to R&B and soul, sent out a tweet in July. It was short and sweet.
Even with only a day’s notice, 400 dancers showed up, eager to learn and create with Twigs, her choreographers, and backup dancers. WeTransfer recorded the event for a documentary.
She chose Baltimore for a reason. Oftentimes, the city is characterized more by violence than its art.
“In this world, especially at the moment, there’s so much tension,” Twigs says to the dancers. “As young people, it’s really important that we’re able to break those barriers, because we’re going to be the next people to be making this world a safe place … When things are difficult, art always flourishes.”
The documentary shows hundreds of dancers learning choreography from Twigs’ summer tour, performing a piece that blends staccato and fluid movements.
“I felt so inspired watching them dance, and I wanted them to be inspired watching my show,” Twigs said. After the workshop, she invited select dancers to perform on the Baltimore leg of her tour, promoting homegrown artistry.
Twigs also recently released a short film from her weeklong residency at England’s Manchester International Festival. “Soundtrack 7” premiered in Britain on Nov. 27 and will be released in the U.S. soon.
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