Hofesh Shechter II – In the Brain at Théâtre de la Ville, Paris April 2026
We recently had the pleasure of experiencing In the Brain, the latest full-length work by Hofesh Shechter’s junior company, Shechter II, at the Théâtre de la Ville (Les Abbesses). It was a raw, electrifying dive into movement and rhythm that successfully bridged the gap between the intensity of a rave and the focused artistry of…
Deinfluencing Dancing: House & Techno Dance Is for Your Soul, Not Your Influencer Profile
We live in a world dominated by curated feeds and endless digital performance. The pressure to present a flawless life is overwhelming. It’s easy to feel disconnected from your true self. We are constantly “on,” our minds cluttered with notifications and the weight of external validation. The modern self is a product. It is a…
What Is Art, Anyway? Live From Earth’s Radical (and Potentially Superficial) Answer for the Dancefloor
“Who ever said that good or high art has to be deep, dark, intellectual and academic?” horsegiirL This potent question from horsegiirL, an artist on the Berlin-based label Live From Earth, cuts to the core of a pervasive misconception about art. For too long, a narrow, often elitist, definition has dictated what qualifies as “good”…
Soaring Beyond Expectations: Preljocaj’s “Helikopter / Licht” Illuminated by Laurent Garnier’s Genius art
Angelin Preljocaj is a name synonymous with visceral, thought-provoking contemporary dance. His works often delve into complex themes, pushing the boundaries of movement and narrative. Witnessing his double bill, “Helikopter / Licht,” at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris was an experience in contrasts, a journey from the mechanical to the ethereal. While both pieces…
