The Four Seasons - James Wilton Dance

ABOUT THE SHOWJames Wilton Dance, one of Europes most in demand dance companies, presents The Four Seasons . Using Max Richters recomposed version of Vivaldis seminal work, The Four Seasons, James Wilton Dance has created a work of immense physicality, driving energy and sweeping beauty.The work features the companies signature blend of capoeira, acrobatics, martial arts and classical dance, alongside stunning stage and costume designs.This abstract, yet honestly human choreography relates each of the fours easons of the musical composition to the four stages of the universe, creating a kaleidoscopic visual feast for audiences that is not to be missed.'My first encounter with Cornwall's James Wilton Dance and it is easy to see what all the fuss is about. Innovative and mesmerising.' - British Theatre Guide, Plymouth'This is a profoundly human, beautiful and surprisingly optimistic work, full of the most stunning dancing.' - British Theatre Guide, NewcastlePERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Running Time:55 minutes, no intervalABOUT THE COMPANY
Choreography and performance:James Wilton and Sarah Jane Taylor
Music: Max Richter, Michal Wojtas
Costume and set design: Vibeke Andersen
Lighting design:Paul Milford
Photography (marketing shots): Chris Nash
Photography (production shots): Dan Martin
Video trailers: Dan MartinJames Wilton Dance was founded in 2010 by choreographer James Wiltonand dancer Sarah Jane Taylor. The company has won awards at the Bern, Hannover and MASDANZA International Choreography competitions and the Sadlers Wells Global Dance Contest.The companys first full evening work Last Man Standing (2014) was performed 78 times and won an award at the Bern Tanzprize in Switzerland. Subsequent productions LEVIATHAN (2016) and The Storm (2018) toured even more extensively, achieving close to 200 performances between them, including sold out runs at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, performances in Germany, Gibraltar, Austria, Peru, Spain, Poland and Sweden. LEVIATHAN was nominated for best dance production at the Manchester Theatre Awards.James Wilton has created works for Scottish Dance Theatre, Konzert Theater Bern, Theater Mnster, Opera Graz, Ballet Hagen, Staddtstheate Braunschweig and dance company Giessen and has choreographed a work for 50 professional dancers for performances at Millennium and Wembley Stadiums (reaching over 110,000 people in the process).ABOUT STERTS
Originally a pig farm, Sterts is a four acre site where nature and creativity collide and is home to the Barn Theatre (400 seats), multi-purpose Sturrock Studio (50-70 seats) and Community Hub. Following a period of major redevelopment in 2024, the original amphitheatre is now covered by a solar powered barn, which is run solely off renewable energy.The Barn Theatre has retained the original amphitheatre bench seating, so we recommend bringing a cushion to sit on.The Barn Theatre is wind and rain proof but is not a heated space. Therefore, we encourage you to dress for the weather and embrace the elements. Wrap up warm and bring a blanket especially in the spring and autumn.FOOD AND DRINK
Our on site bar stocks drinks from The Cornish Wine Company, snacks from Redmoor Snacks and Ice Cream from Treleavens Luxury Cornish Ice Cream. Our bar opens one hour before Barn Theatre performances. Sterts does not have an onsite cafe, so we recommend visiting one of our local pubs, restaurants or farm shops for pre-show food. Our bar is staffed by our wonderful volunteer team throughout the year. Audiences are welcome to bring a picnic to site but please do not bring alcohol to the premises.HOW TO GET HERE
Sterts Arts & Environmental Centre is in Upton Cross, just six miles from Liskeard, eight miles from Callington and ten miles from Launceston. Sterts is within easy reach of the A30 and A38, a one hour drive from Truro and 45 minute drive from Plymouth.Public Transport is limited. Want to limit your carbon footprint or save money on fuel? Check out the nationalLiftshare [https://liftshare.com/uk] network and find someone to share your journey with.PARKING
We havefree onsite parking, including disabled parking.From January 2026, we will have to 2 EV car charging points on our site. We recommend arriving in good time for each performance.ACCESSIBILITY
We have a registered Changing Place on site.
The Barn Theatre is a 150m walk from the car park with level access to seating at the top of the theatre.
Hand rails are installed on the far left and right of the seating. Our Barn Theatre does not have a lift or hearing loop, however there are plans to install these in the future. Our seating is unreserved, however we will always reserve seating for audience members with access needs and are happy to provide chairs if needed. Please contact us on 01579 362382 or hello@stertsarts.org and our team will be happy to help.