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Grin review

“Evocative”

ReviewsMay 23, 2022by Isaac Ouro-GnaoBattersea Arts Centre, London

Divine Amy Tasinda in Grin at Battersea Arts Centre, London. Photo: Tiu Makkonen

This beautifully designed performance comes together as it closes on the effortless Divine Amy Tasinda and Kemono L Riot

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