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A contemporary butoh work, R/evolution(s) reimagines butoh for today while carrying its inheritance forward. It brings together Conan Amok – heir to the lineage of Dairakudakan, one of Japan's leading butoh companies – and contemporary dancers renewing the form from within. Grounded in Amok's 'multi layered body' method, developed through a fusion of butoh and sculptural practice, the work explores revolution as both orbit and radical transformation. Deep bass and wadaiko drums create a club-like ritual atmosphere, inviting audiences to encounter butoh anew. This work is part of Wings:…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. R/evolution(s) is by Dance Base Yokohama/Conan Amok, listed under Dance Physical Theatre and Circus in the Fringe programme. It plays at Assembly @ Dance Base, 14-16 Grassmarket, EH1 2JU, 18 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets from £14.