This Cultural Life: Akram Khan
Dancer and choreographer Akram Khan tells John Wilson about the cultural turning points of his life.
Dancer and choreographer Akram Khan is one of the world’s most acclaimed and influential figures working in contemporary dance today. Born in London to Bangladeshi parents, Akram is renowned for his radical productions in which classical Asian music and movement is fused with modern styles. He’s won many awards, was made an MBE in 2005, and choreographed and performed in the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony.
He tells John Wilson about his teenage role in Peter Brook's epic production of The Mahabharata, which toured the world; the importance of collaborating with with leading creative figures from outside the world of dance including Anish Kapoor and Juliette Binoche; and reveals how an extraordinary chance encounter changed his artistic outlook.
Presenter: John Wilson
Producer: Edwina Pitman
(Photo: Akram Khan. Credit: Ellis O'Brien)
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