Dance tells things that words cannot | with Sagí Amir Gros

Would you like to discover the power of movement, storytelling and artistic expression? We invite you to be part of a unique collaborative project that combines dance, theater and film in an immersive and inspiring experience. This FREE workshop will take place from April 14 to 19, 2025 in Cologne and will be led by choreographer and artistic director Sagí Amir Gros (WDTanztheater).

“Dance tells things that words cannot.” is an artistic journey that leads from personal expression to group connection, empathy and representation. In a series of creative workshops, participants will explore how movement and performance can tell stories that sometimes cannot be fully expressed with words alone. Working with themes of identity, resilience and representation, we will develop short scenes that combine dance, theater and film. The process culminates in a final live presentation where participants share their creative work in a performance and short film screening.

What can you expect?
– Daily workshops (2.5 hours per day) on movement, storytelling and artistic expression.
– A collaborative and inclusive environment, open to all levels – no previous experience necessary!
– Developing personal stories through dance and theater with a focus on identity and connection.
– The opportunity to be part of a short film highlighting individual and collective narratives
– A final presentation where you will showcase your work in a performance that combines dance, theater and film.

Who can take part?
This project is open to everyone, regardless of artistic background or experience. Whether you are a dancer, actor, filmmaker or simply someone who wants to explore new forms of creative expression – this is for you! The project was funded by the RheinEnergie Foundation and is realized in cooperation with ehrenfeldstudios.

DATES
Mon, 14.04. | 5.30 – 8 pm
Di, 15.04. | 3.30 – 6 pm
Mi, 16.04. | 5.30 – 8 pm
Do, 17.04. | 3.30 – 6 pm
Fr, 18.04. | 5.30 – 8 pm
Sa, 19.04. | 12 noon – 2.30 pm

Registration und Info:  info@wdtanztheater.com

Misslightenment | Eleni Ploumi

Misslightenment | Eleni Ploumi

“The light that we miss”

In Misslightenment, Eleni Ploumi explores the male role that overshadows women’s stories and bodies. She draws on the mythology and current mistreatment of women and reflects on her own memories. Misslightenment is a visually stunning performance in which the solo artist interacts with projected images and transforms herself into multiple characters. Through shadow, light and video, fragmented female narratives unfold, blending reality, fantasy and mythology.

Misslightenment is part of the LOOK guest performance series for dance art and diversity.

 

CREDITS
Dancer: Eleni Ploumi
Production: Eleni Ploumi
Co-production: United Cowboys
Funded by: PLAN Talent Development, United Cowboys
Supported by: United Cowboys, Podium Bloos, Theater De Nieuwe Vorst, Art of Festivals

 

DATES
Fri, 04.04.25 | 8 pm
Sat, 05.04.25 | 8 pm

On Saturday, the opening act before Misslightenment will be our THE AGEING BODY performance lab KINGS & QUEENS – Gender roles in transition.

TICKETS
Sliding Scale: 10 – 20 Euro
Reservations at: karten@ehrenfeldstudios.de

 

Barrier-free entrance. Accompanying persons receive free admission.

 

The guest performance series LOOK 2025 is funded by the Cultural Office of the City of Cologne and the Ministry of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia.

 

 

Photo: © Clara Gustafsson

SAME DAY DELIVERY | Kharaba & Guests

SAME DAY DELIVERY | Kharaba & Guests

Same Day Delivery is a space for music and dance improvisation.

Dancers and musicians each present a short solo and then improvise together in a group performance. Sometimes they know each other, sometimes they don’t. Sometimes they’ve worked together in the past, sometimes they haven’t. What they do know is that every performance will be unique –   it’s improvised, it will only ever happen once. What they don’t know is how their spontaneous performances on stage will be, but they are excited to go on the  journey and to let whatever happens happen…

Come experience creativity unfolding in real time, in real life and stick around for some drinks and snacks after the show!

 

DATE
Sat, 29.03.2025
5pm | Drinks & Snacks
6pm | Show starts

TICKETS
Sliding Scale 10 – 20 Euro
Reservations at: karten@ehrenfeldstudios.de

 

Photo: Arnaud Beelen

Flugmodus | by Ido Grinberg

Flugmodus | by Ido Grinberg

A multimedia and multi-sensory performance for a human dancer and 8 touchscreens.
The dancer enters a virtual wonderland through the screen, which takes him on a journey around the world. He explores different countries, cultures, music and dance styles. In FLUGMODUS, the screen rhythms become digital co-dancers, forming a touchscreen choir.

 

Barrier-free entrance. Accompanying persons receive free admission.

 

Credits

Choreography/Performance/Dance: Ido Grinberg
Lighting design: Garlef Keßler

 

DATE

Sat, 22.03.25 | 4 pm

 

School performances

Mi, 19.03.25 | 14 Uhr

Do, 20.03.25 | 10 Uhr

 

TICKETS

Children: 5 euros
Adults: Sliding scale: 10 – 20 euros

Reservations at: karten@ehrenfeldstudios.de

 

Photo: Oliver Strömer

LET GROW!  | Caroline Simon

LET GROW! | Caroline Simon

How much is created from how little? In this dance improvisation workshop, we play with everything that our own movement has to offer in terms of compositional possibilities, variations, associations and new things. Everyone from 15 to 99 years old who likes to explore their own movement alone or together and has fun trying things out and playing is welcome.

 

Barrierefreier Zugang. Begleitpersonen erhalten freien Eintritt.

 

DATE

Fri, 21.03.25 | 6 – 9 pm

 

REGISTRATION

Participation fee: 65 €  – 150 € nota (no one turned away)

No one will be excluded from participation for financial reasons.

Registration & info: vermittlung@resistdance.de

 

Photo: Sabine Große-Wortmann