Interplay – Reviews are in
2 Mar 2026
We’re delighted to share some of our top reviews from the premiere of our Spring 2026 tour, Interplay.
Following our World Premiere at York Theatre Royal, our tour continues at Leeds Playhouse from Tues 31 March – Thursday 2 April, before we head back on the road to perform across the UK, with shows in Liverpool, Malvern, Doncaster, Huddersfield, Mold (Wales), Newcastle, ending the tour with a 4 day run at Sadler’s Wells East in London.
Read some of the reviews from the tour so far:
5 ★★★★★ – “Phoenix Dance Theatre are a company that are constantly innovating and putting out high quality shows which challenge their audiences, and Interplay may be one of the best they have ever toured.” – Reviews Hub
5 ★★★★★ – “Interplay is not merely an evening of exceptional dance; it is a celebration of connection – of what binds us together when language falls short.” – Alex Roy Theatre
4 1/2 ★★★★⯪ – “The dancers move with a strong sense of musicality, allowing groove, pulse and ensemble energy to carry the work forward.” – London Pub Theatres
4 ★★★★ “This is a company truly firing on all cylinders.” – The Stage
4 ★★★★ “physically charged choreography” – The Times
4 ★★★★ – “…an energetic programme of dance with real ambition…” – Northern Arts Review
4 ★★★★ – “Funny, clever, engaging and thoroughly entertaining” – London Unattached
4 ★★★★ – “…universally unites one and all amid in an ever-changing world…” – Fairy Powered Productions
4 ★★★★ – “The energy is infectious, filling the space with waves of physical joy.” – Shadows On The Wall
“..an ode to the pure goodness of the dancefloor..” – The Guardian
“..these talented choreographers, dancers and designers bring together a thrilling, sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant evening..” – British Theatre Guide
“A delightful performance.” – Yorkshire Times
“…an emotional build, from a playful start to a cathartic release to a powerful ending.” – Leeds Living
“Once again, Phoenix Dance Theatre has given us a show to remember.” – Tyke It To The Limit
“Each piece offers something distinct: from playful explorations of rhythm and connection to more introspective reflections on distance and time, culminating in a vibrant, high-energy celebration of movement and music” – The State of the Arts