As we stand on the brink of a new beginning, what does it mean to inhabit this transformed space? In the dance between the familiar and the unknown, with New Earth we explore the essence of existence and the vibrant pulse of life around us. Imagine a world where boundaries dissolve, and every movement is a reflection of our innate connection to the earth. Here, we delve into the sensations that awaken us, the rhythms that inspire us, and the energy that flows through all living things. In this exploration, we invite you to embrace the possibilities that lie ahead. How do we shape our realities and redefine our relationships with one another and the world? Let us celebrate the beauty of renewal and the power of movement as we embark on this journey together.
Bolero X is a pure celebration of the power of dance. Fifty performers on stage seek to express the great natural forces of which we are made. The force that separates us as unique individuals as well as unites us together as a group. In this new take on Maurice Ravel's iconic music, Shahar Binyamini continues to explore the power of repetition and the new meanings that emerge from the connection between the music written in 1928 and the choreography performed today.
Shahar Binyamini's company is made up of excellent dancers, mainly from Israel, who have dedicated themselves entirely to his movement language. The company is based at the House of Dance near Tel Aviv - an important dance institution in Israel that specializes in promoting the art of dance and supporting choreographers. It offers a platform for innovative artistic projects and supports both up-and-coming and established choreographers. For Binyamini, the House of Dance is a valuable partner that makes his experimental works such as New Earth possible. The collaboration allows him to unite dance, light, music and space in new creative forms and to make his work known both nationally and internationally. Thanks to the unique cooperation with the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), it is possible to present the monumental work Bolero X in its full size.
New Earth
choreography, direction and concept Shahar Binyamini
music Vessel, Piris Eliyahu, Mohammad Reza Mortazavi, Ahuva Ozeri
light design Ofer Laufer
costume design Shahar Binyamini
dancers Joseph Kudra, Roni Milatin, Dor Nahum, Rina Pinsky, Or Saadi, Maya Botzer Simhon, Naor Walker
a production in collaboration with House Of Dance, Israel
Bolero X
choreography, lights and costumes Shahar Binyamini
music Boléro M.81 by Berlin Philharmonic & Pierre Boulez
dance Joseph Kudra, Roni Milatin, Dor Nahum, Rina Pinsky, Or Saadi, Maya Botzer Simhon, Naor Walker
and the Dancers from the Zurich University of the Arts, 1st Years BA Contemporary Dance and 2nd Year Advanced Studies, Zurich Dance Academy
production in collaboration with House of Dance, Israel
Bolero X was restaged in collaboration with House of Dance, Israel, and the Zurich University of the Arts, Switzerland
INFORMATION
Show recommended for children over 12 years of age.
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Shahar Binyamini is an international choreographer, dancer and director. His artistic journey unfolds as a dynamic fusion of dance, science, and design, surpassing traditional boundaries. His tenure with the Batsheva Dance Company (2006-2013) showcased his interpretative prowess with choreographers Ohad Naharin and Sharon Eyal. Venturing onto the global choreographic scene in 2016, Shahar presented “FLAT” for Frontier DanceLand in Singapore, marking the onset of an international chapter in his creative journey. Throughout his career, Shahar was commissioned by many international dance companies and dance institutions to create new pieces, including MENSCH (2016) for Saarländisches Staatstheater, LUNGS (2016) for UCLA, EMPTY3 (2017) for Ate9 and Gauthier Dance Company, PARADISO (2018) for Frontier DanceLand, VULNER (2018) for Norrdans, BALLROOM (2019) for Festspielhaus St. Pölten, and I AM (2019) for Ballet du Rhin. I changed my mind (2022) for São Paulo Dance Company, Hard to tell (2022) for Marion Barbeau and Antonin Monié, Bolero X (2023) for Ballet BC in Vancouver and in 2024 for the ensembles of Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires (AR) and Slovak National Theater in Bratislava (SK). MORE THAN (2023) for his own company in Tel Aviv. In 2025 his new creation for his company NEW EARTH will premiere in Austria at Festival Bregenzer Frühling. Shahar’s artistic reach transcends traditional dance platforms, exemplified in his collaboration with acclaimed artist SZA. Serving as the choreographer for the video of her chart-topping song “SNOOZE,” he showcases his versatility, and ability to bridge genres. In 2013, Shahar, alongside Prof. Atan Gross from the Weizmann Institute for Science, founded TNUDA—a pioneering research group at the confluence of dance, science, and choreography. Headquartered at the Weizmann Institute, TNUDA explores the profound connections between scientific principles and movement. TNUDA’s success led to the development of a research course for Weizmann institution students from 2014 to 2016, under the joint leadership of Shahar Binyamini, Shani Garfinkel, and Prof. Atan Gross. Venturing into academia, Shahar made a lasting impact as a guest professor at UCLA, leaving his mark with "’UNG," a creation for the opera and dance department. Acknowledging his outstanding contributions, Shahar Binyamini received the Israeli Minister of Culture Award for Promising Choreographer in 2021. This prestigious recognition solidifies his status as a visionary artist, showcasing an impressive range and a multidimensional impact on the realms of dance and research.
Shahar Binyamini's company is made up of excellent dancers, mainly from Israel, who have dedicated themselves entirely to his movement language. The company is based at the House of Dance near Tel Aviv - an important dance institution in Israel that specializes in promoting the art of dance and supporting choreographers. It offers a platform for innovative artistic projects and supports both up-and-coming and established choreographers. For Binyamini, the House of Dance is a valuable partner that makes his experimental works such as New Earth possible. The collaboration allows him to unite dance, light, music and space in new creative forms and to make his work known both nationally and internationally. Thanks to the unique cooperation with the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), it is possible to present the monumental work Bolero X in its full size.
Circa, Franui Musicbanda
Fattoria Vittadini, Maura Di Vietri
Sydney Dance Company, Rafael Bonachela
Blanca Li
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