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“astonishingly beautiful, constantly inventive”
—The Observer
Hofesh Shechter and his inimitable dancers take the audience on a wild headfirst dive into the theatre of dreams. They delve deep into the world of fantasy and the subconscious, revealing fears, hopes, desires and a myriad of emotions that penetrates not only the dreaming mind but also our waking thoughts. The dancers’ bodies bring to life on stage this interplay between poetry and reality, accompanied by live musicians and Shechter’s trademark cinematic composition.
Returning to New York after performances on Broadway, Alvin Ailey, and the Metropolitan Opera, acclaimed choreographer Hofesh Shechter continues his pursuit of art that moves us beyond reason in a stunning new work.
In a milestone season for Shechter’s work in New York, Theatre of Dreams follows the New York premiere of Red Carpet (with Paris Opera Ballet) at New York City Center.
UNITED KINGDOM
“The dance dazzles, defined by razor-sharp gestures, a contagious energy and the irresistible beauty which characterizes Shechter’s work.”
—Le Figaro
“Poetic and joyful, this Theatre of Dreams surprises from start to finish . . . Invigorating!”
—L’EssentiART
Running Time
1 hr, 30 min (no intermission)
Content Note
This performance contains intermittent loud music, some nudity, and haze is used throughout.
Language
About the Company
About the Artist
Hofesh Shechter OBE is a choreographer, composer, and Artistic Director of the UK-based Hofesh Shechter Company. Famed for his visceral, rhythm-driven works, his defining pieces—Political Mother, The Art of Not Looking Back, Sun, barbarians, and Grand Finale—combine raw physicality with cinematic lighting and original scores. Shechter's choreography has been staged by major companies including Alvin Ailey, Martha Graham, Paris Opera Ballet, and the Royal Ballet, and commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera. His films Clowns and Political Mother: The Final Cut have earned international acclaim, including Best Dance Film at Cannes. He is Associate Artist at Sadler's Wells and was awarded an OBE for Services to Dance in 2018. On Broadway, he choreographed the 2016 revival of Fiddler on the Roof, and co-directed with Matthew Warchus a new adaptation of Oedipus starring Rami Malek and Indira Varma.
Choreography and Music: Hofesh Shechter
Lighting design: Tom Visser
Costume design: Osnat Kelner
Performed by: Hofesh Shechter Company
Produced by: Hofesh Shechter Company
Associate Artistic Director: Bruno Guillore
Music Collaborator: Yaron Engler
Set Collaborator: Niall Black
Dancers: Tristan Carter, Robinson Cassarino, Frédéric Despierre, Rachel Fallon, Cristel de Frankrijker, Mickaël Frappat, Justine Gouache, Zakarius Harry, Alex Haskins, Keanah Faith Simin, Juliette Valerio, Chanel Vyent
Musicians: Yaron Engler, Sabio Janiak, James Keane
Additional Music:
“I Remember” Performed by Molly Drake
Licensed courtesy of Domino Publishing Company Limited, (PRS) o/b/ Bryter Music
“I Remember” Arranged and performed by Nell Catchpole
Licensed courtesy of Domino Publishing Company Limited, (PRS)
Sponsors
Produced by Hofesh Shechter Company
Commissioned by: Théâtre de la Ville - Paris.
Co-commissioned by: Sadler’s Wells London; Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival; Les Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg; Seongnam Arts Center/Seongnam Cultural Foundation; Danse Danse Montréal; MC2 : Maison de la Culture de Grenoble - Scène nationale; Ruhrfestspiele Recklinghausen; Central - La Louvière; Shanghai International Dance Center Theater (SIDCT); Théâtre Sénart - Scène Nationale; Torinodanza Festival / Teatro Stabile di Torino - Teatro Nazionale; Festspielhaus St. Pölten (AT); La Comédie de Clermont-Ferrand scène nationale; Maison de la danse, Lyon - Pôle européen de création; Les Gémeaux - Scène Nationale de Sceaux; Château Rouge, scène conventionnée – Annemasse; Châteauvallon-Liberté, scène nationale; Scène Nationale ALBI-Tarn; Le Carré Sainte-Maxime with support from Theater Rotterdam; Les Salins - Scène Nationale de Martigues; Marche Teatro / Inteatro Festival; La Briqueterie CDCN du Val-de-Marne and The Maria Björnson Memorial Fund.
Individual Commissioner: Georgia Rosengarten
Hofesh Shechter Company benefits from the support of BNP Paribas Foundation for the development of its projects and is supported using public funding through Arts Council England.
Photo credit
Tom Visser