معرفی
Kuldip Singh-Barmi serves as a Senior Lecturer for the BA(Hons) Dance & Choreography program at Falmouth University. A former founding member of CandoCo Dance Company with over two decades of professional performance experience, he integrates industry practice into his academic role through teaching, research, and active performance work.
His educational background includes:
- MA Creative Education (2016, Falmouth University)
- Post Graduate Diploma (2014, Falmouth University)
- PGCHE (2010, University College Falmouth)
- BA (First Class Honours) in Choreography (2009, University of Plymouth)
- Diploma in Contemporary Dance Studies (1992, Northern School of Contemporary Dance)
Research Interests:
Kuldip's research centers on improvisation as a performance practice and instant composition, exploring contemporary performance textual practices and open work. His investigations bridge theoretical frameworks with embodied practice, examining how spontaneous creation shapes audience-performer relationships in live contexts. This work manifests through both academic inquiry and professional performances that challenge conventional choreographic structures.
Professional Recognition:
- Teaching Excellence Award (2011)
- Falmouth University Outstanding Teaching Award (2014)
Teaching and Mentoring:
He delivers core modules including Contemporary Techniques & Improvisation, Performance & Choreographic Skills, and Professional Practice Project across the BA program. Beyond formal teaching, Kuldip mentors through the Centre for Advance Training Scheme and leads community workshops with organizations like Inner Ground and Freefall Dance, emphasizing inclusive dance practices for diverse populations.
Professional Practice:
His active performance career features collaborations with cellist Oak Matthias and dance artists including Jana Bitterova and Emily Dobson at venues such as Tate St Ives (2017), Northcott Theatre Exeter (2016, 2018), and Glastonbury Festival (2019). Notable engagements include BBC's Strictly Come Dancing with Candoco Dance Company (2018) and viral Red Cross advertisements, demonstrating his commitment to expanding dance's public presence.
