Scottish Dance Theatre celebrates four decades of innovation with the world premiere of two new creations by internationally acclaimed choreographers Emilie Leriche (US/Sweden) and Edouard Hue (Switzerland).

In Rotten Work, Leriche offers a poetic, slow-burning choreography that lingers in moments of connection, intimacy, and quiet emotional depth: “It is simple: No one is allowed to be left behind, though they may tire or weaken. If ever we arrive, we must arrive together. Not me alone, or them without me. But us, as one. That’s the work, Rotten as it is. Carry me along, though I may be a weight.”

In sharp contrast, Hue’s choreography is organic and sensation-driven, combining raw virtuosity and emotional intensity in a dynamic physical language that reveals both strength and vulnerability. Inspired by puzzle and pattern, The Game of Life explores how individuals come together into a living, evolving whole without surrendering their uniqueness. What if failing to reach the form we imagined were not a failure, but the very condition of a living society?

Dance & Drink Deal: Audience members aged 30 and under can book tickets for just £10, including a complimentary drink voucher, by using the promo code RWGOLDRINK. The discount will be automatically applied to eligible tickets in your basket. Proof of age will be required when collecting your drink voucher from the Box Office on the night.

Please note: The Rotten Work & The Game of Life performance on Saturday 20 June will be filmed and photographed by Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre. This will help us to promote the performance in the future, by sharing images and videos on our social media channels, website, and used for future promotions. If you’d prefer not to be featured, we recommend attending the performance on Friday 19 June.

Creative team

Rotten Work
Choreography Emilie Leriche  
Music Wolff Bergen 
Costume Design Emilie Leriche   
Lighting Design Arnaud Viala

The Game of Life
Choreography Edouard Hue  
Music Jonathan Soucase 
Costume Design Alison Brown 
Lighting Design Arnaud Viala