Master classes

Discover the unique work of the companies on the programme through the body.
The choreographer or one of the dancers will take you deeper into his or her technique and choreographic work.

15€ for a master class – open to intermediate or advanced dancers, please register with Julie Parisse – 04 92 99 33 78 – parisse@palaisdesfestivals.com

Annabelle Bonnéry

Thursday, November 23rd – 18h00
Palais des Festivals (Cannes)

ANNABELLE BONNERY, artistic director of the Norwegian National company of contemporary dance

make community
Exploration movements and objects

We will begin the masterclass with a gradual start. I will propose a series of exercises leading us towards physical availability in relation to space, rhythm and others.

We will explore different situations involving movement in relation to and with the objects present in the space. We will experiment with ways of doing together, of being together, of composing together in improvisation

Accessible to intermediate or advanced levels
Duration 2 hours / Registration cost: €15

Registration required: Julie Parisse – 04 92 99 33 78 parisse@palaisdesfestivals.com

 

Kossivi Sénagbé Afiadegnigban

Saturday, December 2nd – 11:00
Palais des Festivals (Cannes)

KOSSIVI SÉNAGBÉ AFIADEGNIGBAN Choreographer invited by the Studiotrade Platform.

Topic addressed: Anchoring

Being grounded is important for a dancer. Anchored in his body for better posture, more stability, balance and coordination. But, also anchoring oneself to the earth or the sky facilitates the movement. Anchoring oneself in the gaze, in contact with one’s partner or in the intention, develops the quality of movement. Being grounded in yourself also allows you to have more self-confidence, inner strength and security.

The work will focus on “inking” in traditional African and Togolese dances in particular where the body is used in a polyrhythmic way. Inking is one of the elements that gives power to the movements in traditional dances allowing the dancers to draw energy from heaven and earth to nourish their movements.

Through the awakening and stimulation of the spine, a source of energy and connections, we will go through specific movements that draw their foundation from the initiatory dance “Edan” (Snake) from Togo; to go and rub shoulders with this notion of “inking” as a way of holding the dance, our dance.

Accessible to intermediate or advanced levels
Duration 2 hours / Registration cost: €15

Registration required:  Julie Parisse– 04 92 99 33 78 parisse@palaisdesfestivals.com

Etay Axelroad

Monday, December 4th – 18:00
Palais des Festivals (Cannes)

Performer of the Bastsheva Dance Company

The masterclass will be divided into two parts. The first part will focus on the search for movement where you will experiment with the different elements of dance. You will use methods and languages from ballet and the contemporary world, as well as styles from urban culture. By combining these elements, new ideas, directions and physical findings from past and present research will be introduced.

In the second part of the master class, Etay will teach you the material of his latest piece, LED, which he will also present as part of the festival. You will not use mirrors. You will work on your body awareness and how you use it in relation to gravity, different parts of your body, other people and space. The emphasis is on the how. Analysis and engagement of the body through the body.

Accessible to intermediate or advanced levels
Duration 2 hours / Registration cost: €15

Registration required: Julie Parisse – 04 92 99 33 78 parisse@palaisdesfestivals.com

Asia Zonta

Thursday, December 7th – 18:00
Palais des Festivals (Cannes)

I’m Asia Zonta, and I’ve been dancing since the age of 4. My journey in the world of dance has been a lifelong passion. I was born and raised in Italy until the age of 14, and then I moved to Spain, where I further deepened my love for dance and discovered the art of improvisation, particularly freestyle. During my years in Barcelona and Madrid, I had the serendipitous opportunity to encounter Waacking, a dance form that I embraced and developed organically within my own body. In this dance, I discovered numerous connections, both in terms of movement and cultural resonance.

In Spain, the welcoming Waacking community played a crucial role in helping me integrate and learn more about this captivating style. In recent years, my dance journey has taken me to France, where I have had the privilege of working with dance companies. This experience has opened up an entirely new world of artistic expression, lifestyle, and personal growth for me.

Accessible to intermediate or advanced levels
Duration 2 hours / Registration cost: €15

Registration required:  Julie Parisse – 04 92 99 33 78 parisse@palaisdesfestivals.com

Gaga Classe

Sunday, December 10th – 11:00
Palais des Festivals (Cannes)

Alongside his work as a choreographer and former artistic director of the Batsheva Dance Company, Ohad Naharin has developed a language of movement: GAGA dance. The aim of these Gaga classes is

to experience new physical sensations, improve flexibility and endurance and exceed your limits by combining effort and pleasure.

Accessible à tous niveaux, à partir de 16 ans
Durée 1h / Tarif unique : 15 € / Places limitées

Registration required – Accessible to all levels, from age 16 and up
Duration: 1h – Registration cost : 15€ + infos and registration : Julie Parisse – 04 92 99 33 78 parisse@palaisdesfestivals.com