Filmed in front of a live audience, Sir Alistair Spalding talks to the renowned choreographer Akram Khan, acclaimed for his dance language rooted in ancient Indian dance form, kathak.

In this interview, they discuss his journey into dance, the importance of collaboration, Akram’s philosophy on storytelling and balancing work with parenthood.

This episode is part of Choreographer Conversations, a series where Sadler’s Wells speaks to some of the most influential choreographers working in dance today to find out their inspirations and motivations.

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