- “The romance of the season”
The Guardian (UK)
A dance duet between man and machine is the simplest way to describe the breathtaking outdoor performance of Transports Exceptionnels. Transcending spectacle and danger, dancer Philippe Priasso is paired with a mechanical digger in this astoundingly witty exploration of the traditional "dance for two".
Performed to the dramatic voice of Maria Callas, Transports Exceptionnels follows an intimate seduction initiated by Priasso. Flesh meets iron in a tender give and take, and the digger's innermost sensitivity is revealed - rendering her almost human. Nothing will prepare you for the surprise of this emotional romance, which is both industrial and poetic.
Exploring the power and grace of relationship with refreshing humour and honesty, Dominique Boivin's choreography expands and redefines dance tradition and the use of outdoor space in this unforgettable performance. Since its creation, Transports Exceptionnnels has fascinated audiences young and old with its bold expression of imagination and courage.
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The Dominion Post Feb 27, 2010
This 20-minute performance of whimsy and mischief high in the air is probably something only a French mime artist would think of (although the film Man on Wire, and Michael Jackson in his History tour, did pursue untold darling).
The National Business Review Feb 27, 2010
Festival off to an operatic start - The National Business Review
