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Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Champagne, chaos and cheeks: Sabrage brings a naughty night of cabaret to London's Lafayette
A new circus-cabaret spectacle has arrived in London, setting up shop at Lafayette near King's Cross. Sabrage - which takes its name from the French tradition of opening champagne with a sword - pops the cork on an evening of daring feats, high-energy performances, debauchery and deliciously unhinged antics. Lafayette, best known for hosting gigs by the likes of Charli XCX, Olivia Dean and Dave, is a fitting backdrop. The venue's Nola's Bar drips with Parisian decadence, inviting audiences to sip on cocktails before being whisked away into the madness. The stage itself is intimate, bringing those who dare to come along right into the heart of the action. Directed by Scott Maidment, a maestro of circus cabaret who has toured his productions through 32 countries and previously worked with Madonna on her Rebel Heart tour, Sabrage incorporates both improvised chaos and carefully calibrated precision. 'We want it to feel chaotic and crazy, but there's a lot of technical precision that goes into making that happen. There's a lot of moving parts in the show. There's aerials, a lot of lighting, sound, dance - and everything needs to work together.' Maidment tells Euronews Culture. 'So the audience feels like it's chaos, but it's actually precision.' And precision there certainly is. The show brings together a small but undeniably talented cast of performers. There's jaw-dropping table-juggling wizardry from Emma Phillips, who trained in a remote Chinese village for two and a half years to master the art of spinning parasols and furniture on her feet. Flynn Miller and Kimberley Bargenquast mesmerise with a sensual aerial performance, while singer Rechelle Mansour keeps the mood sultry and electric. Christian Nimri zips around on roller skates, Skye Ladell seduces with her tantalising dance moves, and the unashamedly eccentric Spencer Novich contorts his body into comic frenzy during a mashup of sounds and snippets from across pop culture. Then there's Rémy Martin, whose abiltiies defy explanation... Let's just say his 'instrumental' performance involves some audience participation, some lube, and a microphone strategically placed near his private parts. Some things are best discovered in person. "I invented a special instrument, since I would say my birth. I'm the only one in the world using it as I use it. I don't wanna say more," he teased before the show. Maidment describes Sabrage as an experience designed for those looking for more than just a night at the theatre. 'People that come to our shows aren't necessarily theatre-goers,' he explains. 'They'll have a few drinks, see the show, maybe go out for dinner - it's a whole evening of entertainment. And once they see it, they often come back because they want their friends to experience it.' While Sabrage might not be everyone's cup of tea (or glass of bubbly), for those looking for a silly night of absurdity, acrobatics, and audacious fun, it's a ride worth taking. Check out footage from the circus-cabaret spectacle in the video above.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Champagne, chaos and cheeks: Sabrage brings a naughty night of cabaret to London's Lafayette
A new circus-cabaret spectacle has arrived in London, setting up shop at Lafayette near King's Cross. Sabrage - which takes its name from the French tradition of opening champagne with a sword - pops the cork on an evening of daring feats, high-energy performances, debauchery and deliciously unhinged antics. Lafayette, best known for hosting gigs by the likes of Charli XCX, Olivia Dean and Dave, is a fitting backdrop. The venue's Nola's Bar drips with Parisian decadence, inviting audiences to sip on cocktails before being whisked away into the madness. The stage itself is intimate, bringing those who dare to come along right into the heart of the action. Directed by Scott Maidment, a maestro of circus cabaret who has toured his productions through 32 countries and previously worked with Madonna on her Rebel Heart tour, Sabrage incorporates both improvised chaos and carefully calibrated precision. 'We want it to feel chaotic and crazy, but there's a lot of technical precision that goes into making that happen. There's a lot of moving parts in the show. There's aerials, a lot of lighting, sound, dance - and everything needs to work together.' Maidment tells Euronews Culture. 'So the audience feels like it's chaos, but it's actually precision.' And precision there certainly is. The show brings together a small but undeniably talented cast of performers. There's jaw-dropping table-juggling wizardry from Emma Phillips, who trained in a remote Chinese village for two and a half years to master the art of spinning parasols and furniture on her feet. Flynn Miller and Kimberley Bargenquast mesmerise with a sensual aerial performance, while singer Cherise Adams-Burnett keeps the mood sultry and electric. Christian Nimri zips around on roller skates, Skye Ladell seduces with her tantalising dance moves, and the unashamedly eccentric Spencer Novich contorts his body into comic frenzy during a mashup of sounds and snippets from across pop culture. Then there's Rémy Martin, whose abiltiies defy explanation... Let's just say his 'instrumental' performance involves some audience participation, some lube, and a microphone strategically placed near his private parts. Some things are best discovered in person. "I invented a special instrument, since I would say my birth. I'm the only one in the world using it as I use it. I don't wanna say more," he teased before the show. Maidment describes Sabrage as an experience designed for those looking for more than just a night at the theatre. 'People that come to our shows aren't necessarily theatre-goers,' he explains. 'They'll have a few drinks, see the show, maybe go out for dinner - it's a whole evening of entertainment. And once they see it, they often come back because they want their friends to experience it.' While Sabrage might not be everyone's cup of tea (or glass of bubbly), for those looking for a silly night of absurdity, acrobatics, and audacious fun, it's a ride worth taking. Check out footage from the circus-cabaret spectacle in the video above.
Euronews
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Euronews
Champagne, chaos and cheeks: Sabrage brings a naughty night of cabaret to London's Lafayette
ADVERTISEMENT A new circus-cabaret spectacle has arrived in London, setting up shop at Lafayette near King's Cross. Sabrage - which takes its name from the French tradition of opening champagne with a sword - pops the cork on an evening of daring feats, high-energy performances, debauchery and deliciously unhinged antics. Lafayette, best known for hosting gigs by the likes of Charli XCX , Olivia Dean and Dave, is a fitting backdrop. The venue's Nola's Bar drips with Parisian decadence, inviting audiences to sip on cocktails before being whisked away into the madness. The stage itself is intimate, bringing those who dare to come along right into the heart of the action. Directed by Scott Maidment, a maestro of circus cabaret who has toured his productions through 32 countries and previously worked with Madonna on her Rebel Heart tour, Sabrage incorporates both improvised chaos and carefully calibrated precision. 'We want it to feel chaotic and crazy, but there's a lot of technical precision that goes into making that happen. There's a lot of moving parts in the show. There's aerials, a lot of lighting, sound, dance - and everything needs to work together.' Maidment tells Euronews Culture. 'So the audience feels like it's chaos, but it's actually precision.' Emma Phillips juggling a table during 'Sabrage' at London's Lafayette. Credit: Matt Crockett The cast of 'Sabrage' on stage at London's Lafayette Credit: Roy J Baron And precision there certainly is. The show brings together a small but undeniably talented cast of performers. There's jaw-dropping table-juggling wizardry from Emma Phillips, who trained in a remote Chinese village for two and a half years to master the art of spinning parasols and furniture on her feet. Flynn Miller and Kimberley Bargenquast mesmerise with a sensual aerial performance, while singer Cherise Adams-Burnett keeps the mood sultry and electric. Christian Nimri zips around on roller skates, Skye Ladell seduces with her tantalising dance moves, and the unashamedly eccentric Spencer Novich contorts his body into comic frenzy during a mashup of sounds and snippets from across pop culture. Then there's Rémy Martin, whose abiltiies defy explanation... Let's just say his 'instrumental' performance involves some audience participation, some lube, and a microphone strategically placed near his private parts. Some things are best discovered in person. "I invented a special instrument, since I would say my birth. I'm the only one in the world using it as I use it. I don't wanna say more," he teased before the show. Maidment describes Sabrage as an experience designed for those looking for more than just a night at the theatre. 'People that come to our shows aren't necessarily theatre-goers,' he explains. 'They'll have a few drinks, see the show, maybe go out for dinner - it's a whole evening of entertainment. And once they see it, they often come back because they want their friends to experience it.' While Sabrage might not be everyone's cup of tea (or glass of bubbly), for those looking for a silly night of absurdity, acrobatics, and audacious fun, it's a ride worth taking. Check out footage from the circus-cabaret spectacle in the video above.
Korea Herald
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Virtual K-pop band Plave earning real success
Both supply, demand for virtual K-pop groups to increase this year, says expert Virtual K-pop boy group Plave continues to captivate young fans, achieving remarkable milestones in the local music scene. The group's third mini album, "Caligo Pt. 1," which was released Monday, surpassed 11 million streams on Melon within 24 hours, setting a new record. The album's lead track, "Dash," also climbed to the top of Melon's charts upon its release, surpassing G-Dragon's "Home Sweet Home" and Ive's "Rebel Heart." All tracks from the album secured spots in the top 20. The "Dash" music video also reached the No. 1 spot on YouTube's trending videos upon its release. Debuting in March 2023, Plave comprises five Yejun, Noah, Bambi, Eunho and Hamin. The group's unique appeal lies in their virtual existence: Each member is an animated character, yet possesses their own persona. Behind these animated figures are real individuals who participate in the songwriting, composing, choreography and production, positioning Plave as a rare self-producing idol group. This authenticity has fostered a dedicated fan base, transcending the typical limitations of virtual groups. Music critic Lim Hee-yun anticipates further expansion of the virtual idol industry beyond Plave in 2025. "Plave and Naevis have recently released new songs, signaling the start of the year. I believe that in terms of consumption, both supply and demand for virtual K-pop groups will continue to increase this year," Lim said. Fans are not merely drawn to the 2D images of the characters, but delve into and empathize with the charms of each character and the human members behind them. That the actual individuals are not revealed, remaining hidden behind the characters, adds to their allure and evokes a sense of poignancy. In the early stages, when technological advancements were lacking, fans embraced the characters' motion recognition errors as new entertaining content, even creating shorts compiling these moments. Plave has consistently uploaded content to YouTube, almost on a daily basis. Since TV director Je Young-jae, known for directing "Infinite Challenge," joined as a content expert, the bandmates have also showcased their own variety shows, engaging in activities like dancing arcade game Pump It Up, gaming and discussions. Plave's YouTube channel has garnered some 891,000 subscribers as of Thursday, with a livestream on Monday scoring around 30,000 concurrent viewers.
Korea Herald
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Virtual K-pop band Plave thriving
Both supply, demand for virtual K-pop groups to increase this year, says expert Virtual K-pop boy group Plave continues to captivate young fans, achieving remarkable milestones in the local music scene. The group's third mini album, "Caligo Pt. 1," which was released Monday, surpassed 11 million streams on Melon within 24 hours, setting a new record. The album's lead track, "Dash," also climbed to the top of Melon's charts upon its release, surpassing G-Dragon's "Home Sweet Home" and Ive's "Rebel Heart." All tracks from the album secured spots in the top 20. The "Dash" music video also reached the No. 1 spot on YouTube's trending videos upon its release. Debuting in March 2023, Plave comprises five Yejun, Noah, Bambi, Eunho and Hamin. The group's unique appeal lies in their virtual existence: Each member is an animated character, yet possesses their own persona. Behind these animated figures are real individuals who participate in the songwriting, composing, choreography and production, positioning Plave as a rare self-producing idol group. This authenticity has fostered a dedicated fan base, transcending the typical limitations of virtual groups. Music critic Lim Hee-yun anticipates further expansion of the virtual idol industry beyond Plave in 2025. "Plave and Naevis have recently released new songs, signaling the start of the year. I believe that in terms of consumption, both supply and demand for virtual K-pop groups will continue to increase this year," Lim said. Fans are not merely drawn to the 2D images of the characters, but delve into and empathize with the charms of each character and the human members behind them. That the actual individuals are not revealed, remaining hidden behind the characters, adds to their allure and evokes a sense of poignancy. In the early stages, when technological advancements were lacking, fans embraced the characters' motion recognition errors as new entertaining content, even creating shorts compiling these moments. Plave has consistently uploaded content to YouTube, almost on a daily basis. Since TV director Je Young-jae, known for directing "Infinite Challenge," joined as a content expert, the bandmates have also showcased their own variety shows, engaging in activities like dancing arcade game Pump It Up, gaming and discussions. Plave's YouTube channel has garnered some 891,000 subscribers as of Thursday, with a livestream on Monday scoring around 30,000 concurrent viewers.
