Reviews NZSD CHOREOGRAPHIC SEASON 2012 ON THE OTHER HAND Ten new works made by students were held together by the search for self of one dancer and his commentary on life. Gareth Okan, gave a real physicality and thematic purpose to this series of works. .. The audience were totally engrossed in sharing the journey and the talent on display. Bravo to all involved in making this choreographic season and to the contemporary department of the NZSD for building this talent for the future. Much humour, ranging from whimsical to sardonic, and plenty of mickey-taking, includes hilarious use of David Attenborough's commentary on the behaviour of different species. This does not get stuck in slapstick but catches light and shade through dynamic movement contrasts, with impressive and highly entertaining results. ...This show is eminently worth seeing Jennifer Shennan, The Dominion Post On the Other Hand is the result of a four-month intensive in which ten young up-and-comings were asked to individually choreograph an original work pertaining to an event or influence of personal significance. The resulting ten pieces are beautifully, technically executed, and balanced with precision and care. One cannot argue with the expert dancing technique rendered in every cast; they are entrancing and at best inspiring. NZSD GRADUATION SEASON 2011 Te Whaea Theatre, Wellington 16 - 26 November 2011 Dance Australia Reviewed by Maggie Tonkin In order to accommodate both the classical and contemporary streams at the New Zealand School of Dance, director Garry Trinder has devised a mixed