Matrix’s dance worth a million
Their bodies gyrated effortlessly for the K1 million (US$2 123) grand prize but not as much as their hearts throbbed when chief judge Sam Kabambe came on stage with the final verdict.
With their dangerous stunts like head slides, flip flops and acrobatic-clad moves Matrix Street Dance Crew were declared a million kwacha richer with a K500 000 (US$1 062) worth scholarship by Techno Brain during Times TV’s Ka Jive dance competition held at Robin’s Park in Blantyre on Saturday.
The dance crew had beaten eight finalists with Floor Steppers as runner ups and Asap Movement taking the third spot. Rachael Stambuli aka Ray on position four and Twist came last on the top five.
Dope Crew, Tron and Owen Chimbayo did not make it to the top five as they were evicted from the competition during the first half of the finale.
The spectacle of the show was not because the show had incorporated artists such as Gwamba, Maskal, Tay Grin, Piksy, Mafo, Dan Lu, Theo Thomson and BlakkJak, but was spiced by decor by Nzika.
In an interview, professional choreographer Robert Magasa said he was impressed with the competition adding that the finals had raised the energy in most of the groups.
“Everyone has stepped up their game in this competition and the artists have added a little technique to their routine which is remarkable,” he said.
The choreographer commended on the organisation, but said that next season should start with a bigger venue.
“It would also be good if the organisers consider hiring a choreographer to train dancers right from the onset of the competition to enhance quality of performance,” said Magasa.
He added that there is need to set rules to instil discipline in the competition and to ensure fairness.
“A dancer drops a prop on stage that is totally uncalled for, unless it was on purpose. And the DJs should make sure there are no complications during selection of songs. Dancers do not have to go back stage to select a song,” said Magasa.
