The Atkinson, Southport’s brand new multi art-form venue is delighted to announce that they are bringing Richard Alston’s Dance Company as part of its 2013 spring tour. The world class company’s 10 dancers will perform as part of The Atkinson’s opening season on Thursday 23rd May performing a mixed bill of Unfinished Business, Darknesse Visable, Lachrymae and Roughcut.

Richard Alston, Artistic Director of The Place, the U.K.’s premier centre for contemporary dance, is internationally recognised as one of the most inspiring and influential choreographers in British dance. The company receive critical acclaim the world over from the media and dance lovers, they are renowned for the musicality of the choreography, on their visit to The Atkinson they will bring four pieces including two performed with live music.