The Students Of The Asphalt Jungle rocked on to the stage and didn't stop all night.

In 2001, Rennie Harris' Puremovement won awards and critical acclaim for Rome And Jewels, a hip-hop version of Romeo And Juliet. Their new production, consisting of four diverse pieces, was just as compelling.

The phenomenal strength and pure rhythm of these men has to be seen to be believed.

An audience ranging from four-year-old boys to elderly couples whooped with delight as the eight performers showed us how to dance Philly-style.

Much of the show consisted of fantastic body-locking, headspins and all things breakdance, performed to perfection to the backing of top-quality jazz and funk.

The beats and moves were utterly infectious and had us bouncing in our seats.

However, poetry, projected images and more serious, dramatic dance also formed an integral part of the show.

Students Of The Asphalt Jungle was a great way to introduce children to these mediums in an accessible and exciting way.

The only slight disappointment was the technical side of the show. The lighting design, although slickly executed, did not match the originality and high quality of the dance.

Puremovement are young, fresh and beautiful to watch - I defy you not to feel the funk.

Review by Miriam Wells, features@theargus.co.uk