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Ballet Ireland continue in their Bold Moves triptychs, a very satisfying way to serve new choreography. The opener from Canadian Aszure Barton, Happy Little Things (Waiting on a Gruff Cloud of Wanting), has a playful cowboy air: monochrome brown costumes feature loose pants and waistcoats. There is terrific use of shape; lots of humorous gestures include a conga-line simulation of a carriage, running on the spot, cocks crowing. A mischievous outing, full of fun.

The Canadian is reshaping perceptions of dance. Her piece Happy Little Things is a highlight of Ballet Ireland’s Bold Moves triple bill

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