What's On32 Cryptograms

32 Cryptograms (1996)

Choreographer Ashley Page
Music - Robert Moran

32 Cryptograms was the first part of Page's Two-Part Invention made on The Royal Ballet in 1996. Set to a score by American Robert Moran, (32 Cryptograms For Derek Jarman) the work is infused with the forceful dynamics of modern dance and was made to showcase a particularly talented crop of young dancers in the Corps de Ballet at that time who are now dancing leading roles.

32 Cryptograms uses a language that is classically based but it always searching for new ways of presenting itself. It is a direct response to its musical score. It is designed so that a more intense relationship develops between the dancers.

It has become a signature piece for Scottish Ballet, showing the precision, speed and strength of the dancers allied to a stylish elegance.

Abstract beauty that lingers…fast, clear and fascinating
The Stage

The sidewalk hustle, clever patterns and permutations of 32 Cryptograms. Wow!
The Herald