Cursive is a modern dance classic unfolded by the legendary Lin Hwai-min. The philosophy of Tai Chi and martial arts finds its spiritual context in Chinese calligraphy. Dancers dance like the tip of brushes with energy linear and focused, tracing the route of ink, weaving a richly shaded tapestry of lyrical movements on an unprecedented journey into the ancient art of Chinese disciplines. As the latest work of the internationally acclaimed Cloud Gate Dance Theatre, Cursive is a novel theatrical dance poem that explores the art of movement.

"By any standards Lin's troupe is a fine ensemble and his choreography is both accomplished and gripping, rigorous and committed, and not a little beautiful too."

"No company in the world dances like Cloud Gate. It presents a distinct and mature Chinese choreographic language. The importance of this evolution in Asian dance is no less profound than the impact of Forsythe's Ballett Frankfurt on European classical ballet."