Opiyo Okach (1962, Kenya) is a contemporary dancer and choreographer, who is famed for his improvisation, timing, subtlety, simplicity and elegance. He works with East African traditions while creating modern reinterpretations and transformations that appeal to both local and international audiences. Okach maintains his place on the international circuit and divides his time between Kenya and France. He has toured extensively with his Company Gaara. His latest choreography, Shift… Centre, which premiered in Nairobi in August 2005 will be presented at the festival Les Francophonies en Limousin from 29 September to 2 October and the Centres Chorégraphies Nationaux of Orléans and Caen (France) on 2, 5 and 6 December 2005. Opiyo Okach has acted as a catalyst for a new depth of intellectual reflection and analysis within the East African dance community, and has encouraged the development of an open, international perspective, new vocabularies and professional standards.
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