MÓTUS Dance and MK Act Present 'I Have a Bruise' by WomanEwer

Taking place on International Women's Day, this powerful dance performance is being presented for free for Milton Keynes audiences.

- Part of MK Act's 50th Anniversary activity
- Free performance for MK community from internationally acclaimed dance group

MÓTUS Dance, in collaboration with MK Act, is proud to announce "I Have a Bruise", a compelling multi-sensory dance performance by Laura Kenyon's WomanEwer. The performance event will take place on Saturday, 8 March 2025 at MK Gallery. Admission is free, but registration is essential.

"I Have a Bruise" is a profound live performance rooted in real-life narratives, featuring five professional female dancers who are survivors of sexual abuse. The piece delves into sensitive themes, offering a candid exploration of trauma while celebrating womanhood, resilience, and empowerment. It serves as a powerful advocacy for women to reclaim their voices.

Accompanying the performance is an art exhibition that reflects the themes of the piece. The exhibition showcases paintings, collages, ceramics, and hanging mobiles by Melanie Kenyon, complemented by soundscapes and digital forms by Laura Kenyon. This multi-sensory experience leaves a lasting impression, inviting the audience to engage and construct their own narratives.

Sue Burke, Chief Executive Officer of MK Act, said "Survivors' voices deserve to be heard, and 'I Have a Bruise' provides a powerful platform to share their stories through movement and art. At MK Act, we've spent 50 years supporting those affected by domestic abuse, and we believe that raising awareness through performances like this is vital in fostering understanding and change."

Cameron Ball, Artistic Director of MÓTUS Dance, emphasised the significance of the performance: "It is vital that we create space for different stories to be told, and MÓTUS Dance is proud to centre womens' experiences on International Women's Day. "I Have a Bruise" sheds light on voices that are often unheard, and through movement and art, we hope to foster understanding, reflection, and empowerment."

"I Have a Bruise" is presented thanks to support from MK Community Foundation. Note that due there are sensitive, adult themes, and ages are restricted to 16+.

Event Details
Date and Time: Saturday, 8 March 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Venue: MK Gallery, Midsummer Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3QA
Admission: Free (registration required). Adult themes, ages 16+

Registration: www.motusdance.co.uk

Press Contact
For press inquiries, please contact:
Cameron Ball, Artistic Director, MÓTUS Dance. cameron@motusdance.co.uk.

Registration: www.motusdance.co.uk

MK Act
Acorn House
381 Midsummer Boulevard
Milton Keynes

Gemma Gibbard
Gemma.trusteeclerk@mk-act.org

About MÓTUS Dance
Established in 2013 by professional dancers based in Milton Keynes, MÓTUS Dance is a charity that was founded to address the lack of high-quality, regular dance programming in the area. The organisation presents a wide range of dance works for the community to watch, learn, participate in, and create. Their offerings include free festivals featuring diverse programmes from nationally and internationally celebrated companies, performances across various city venues, and the U.Dance-endorsed youth dance platform, JUMP START, which welcomes hundreds of young dancers annually.
MÓTUS also programmes workshops and masterclasses throughout the year and supports new dance works and emerging artists.

About MK Act
MK Act is a charity dedicated to providing safe emergency accommodation and support services for individuals and families experiencing domestic abuse in Milton Keynes. Their mission is to help those affected by domestic violence to live safely and free from fear.

About Laura Kenyon and WomanEwer
Laura Kenyon is the Artistic Director of WomanEwer, a collective that creates performances rooted in real-life narratives, focusing on themes of womanhood, resilience, and empowerment. "I Have a Bruise* is one of their notable works, featuring professional female dancers who are survivors of sexual abuse, and has been performed worldwide.

This release was published on openPR.