Akram Khan Company – Outwitting the Devil Tickets
A new piece by Akram Khan that explores the Epic of Gilgamesh. Don't miss Outwitting the Devil this autumn!- Show info
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Officially verified Sadler's Wells tickets for Outwitting the Devil starring Akram Khan Company are now on sale!
Fusing contemporary and classical dance, the latest dance production from 2019 Olivier Award-winner Akram Khan Outwitting the Devil promises to be nothing short of epic! The piece centres on themes of ritual and remembrance amidst our ever-changing world. On for just three dates only in a strictly limited West End run at Sadler's Wells, Outwitting the Devil is subject to high ticket demand. Be sure to book your Outwitting the Devil tickets early to secure the best seats in the house for this highly anticipated premiere production whilst availability lasts!
What is Outwitting the Devil about?
Akram Khan's fantastic dance piece Outwitting the Devil is just as intriguing as the title of the piece itself. Based on the pantheon of Hindu gods and the Until the Lions re-imagining of Mahabharata's female protagonists, Outwitting the Devil draws on a very similar ancient paganistic narratives. This time, Khan explores the Mesopotamian Epic of Gilgamesh – which is regarded as one of the greatest ancient literary works in world history.
The plot of Akram Khan's Outwitting the Devil follows King Gilgamesh as he is punished by the gods for his destruction of the legendary cedar forest and murdering the forest's guardian. The king's friend Enkidu, a feral man that has been tamed, is kidnapped from him. Faced with the brutal truth of human mortality and sorrows of death, Gilgamesh becomes lost in the course of history as a mere piece to the broken puzzle of human memory and culture.
Outwitting the Devil Sadler's Wells creative team
Khan's weaves his wild narrative and design of this brand-new piece alongside some of his closest collaborators, including costume designer Kimie Nakano, composer Vincenzo Lamagna, dramaturg Ruth Little, rehearsal director Mavin Khoo, and writer Jordan Tannahill. The production also boasts visual designs by Tom Scutt, lighting design by Aideen Malone, and an international ensemble of six dancers from all around the world.
Age restriction
Children under 5 will not be admitted.Running time
1hr 20min (no interval)Performance dates
23 - 27 November 2021Special notes
From Tuesday 14 December until further notice, upon arrival at Sadler’s Wells and the Peacock Theatre, as well as your e-tickets, all members of your party over the age of 11 must demonstrate their COVID-19 status to gain entry in ONE of the following ways:
Full Vaccination: Status provided by COVID Pass via NHS app or NHS website, Letter via NHS website or calling 119, or a Vaccine card and photo ID. OR Documentation to prove a negative PCR/ Lateral Flow test has been taken within the 48 hours prior to attendance: Status provided by COVID Pass via NHS app or NHS website or NHS-Self Report Tool confirmation email and/or text message, OR Natural Immunity: Status provided by COVID Pass via NHS app or NHS website, Letter via NHS website or calling 119.