Pioneering street dance collective THREE60 are taking their bold, energetic show World’s Evolution to the Lemon Tree in Aberdeen on Saturday, March 21.
Using experimental choreography and a blend of street and traditional styles, this immersive, emotionally charged production honours the deep, enduring impact of movement cultures in shaping our history and identity.
Aberdeen Performing Arts Head of Programming, Steven Milne, said: “World’s Evolution is an all-encompassing, powerful show that we are excited to have coming to the Lemon Tree. It is an invitation to reflect as well as imagine our futures, but most of all it is an example of the power of art to transcend borders, break down barriers and unite us.”
Presented by creative and cultural force THREE60 (founded in 2014 by Divine Tasinda, Kemono L.Riot, Adam McMillan and Levent Nyembo to champion Street and African Diasporic dance forms), World’s Evolution is grounded in the deep grooves of African and Caribbean dance, combined with street styles such as Hip-Hop, krump, and poppings.
Talking about THREE60 and the upcoming tour of World’s Evolution, co-director Divine Tasinda said: ‘World’s Evolution is a Hip-Hop theatre piece that sparks conversation about humanity and creativity. Rooted in Hip-Hop, the piece brings together playful, multidisciplinary creativity across styles under the umbrella of street dance.
“It honours black culture and the African origins of street dance styles, celebrating Africa as the motherland and reflecting on the evolution of humanity, society and people. At its heart, World’s Evolution reminds us that we are all connected. We come from one place, share one root, and exist beyond borders and land. We are reflections of one another. The piece aims to spark curiosity, awaken creativity, and inspire everyone to see themselves within the story.’
As a performance, World’s Evolution opens a space for audiences to reflect on history, confront present-day challenges, and imagine a freer and more united future. It honours the deep, enduring impact of movement cultures in shaping today’s world, and platforms dance as a powerful vehicle for expression, transformation and connection. To coincide with the performances, the tour will be presented alongside workshops and engagement classes that aim to further THREE60’s aim of engaging with communities across Scotland.
Tickets are on sale now, available from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com, phone (01224) 641122 or visit the box office at His Majesty’s Theatre or the Music Hall.
