Four dancers perform a condensed version of a contemporary dance originally staged in 1983, capturing the movement and music in a unique architectural setting.
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Four dancers perform a condensed version of a contemporary dance originally staged in 1983, capturing the movement and music in a unique architectural setting.
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Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker's choreography comes to life in 'Rosas Danst Rosas', directed by Thierry De Mey. The film captures a performance of the acclaimed contemporary dance piece, originally staged in 1983 at the Théâtre de la Balsamine in Brussels. Featuring a cast of four dancers, the documentary presents a condensed version of the work while incorporating elements from its history. Filmed in a former technical school designed by Henry Van de Velde, it serves as one of the last visual records of the building before its renovation.
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Why Watch
- See the unique structure of dance based on a day's phases.
- Watch Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker's innovative choreography.
- Find out how music and dance were created simultaneously.
Did You Know
- Rosas Danst Rosas premiered in May 1983 at the Théâtre de la Balsamine.
- The dance was originally performed by four dancers: Borriello, Ikeda, De Mey, and de Keersmaeker.
- The fourth movement is described as a 'paroxysm of dancing' without counting.
- Rosas, the dance company, was founded in 1983 by Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker.
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Who choreographed Rosas danst Rosas?
Rosas danst Rosas was choreographed by Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker.
When did Rosas danst Rosas premiere?
Rosas danst Rosas premiered in May 1983 at the Théâtre de la Balsamine in Brussels.
What is the structure of Rosas danst Rosas based on?
The dance is structured around the phases of a day, representing nighttime, morning, afternoon, and a final paroxysm of dancing.
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