Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch: Nelken
Often humorous, the dances border on grotesque, as if begging [us]… to acknowledge that the overwhelming sweetness can quickly turn into horror
Often humorous, the dances border on grotesque, as if begging [us]… to acknowledge that the overwhelming sweetness can quickly turn into horror
The haunted soundscapes, choreography, locations and camerawork combine to create the feeling of dark drama: Nordic Noir come to dance
A man of resilience, grace, generosity of spirit, and an acute observer of the complexities of the human condition, he passed away in 2021
It remains an unparalleled piece exploring relationships between the sexes…full of ideas and observations that have not lost their brilliance.
A thought-provoking creation that shakes the ground; a work of rich of fiery contents to reflect upon. A Pandora’s box revealed
Despair, solitude and collective reminiscence
Includes a live streaming of The Piece with the Ship
Starts with Bausch’s ‘He takes her by the hand and leads her into the castle, the others follow’
A reflection of the humankind’s insights and behaviours