“It’s astonishingly beautiful, constantly inventive… a sense of discovery, of the capacity of the human spirit to revive, to fantasise and to dance.”
— The Observer
In his latest full-length creation, Hofesh Shechter immerses you in a compelling world where reality and fantasy blend seamlessly.
With the raw physical power and complexity of his unmistakable dance language, Shechter and his dancers take the audience on a rollercoaster ride through the subconscious – a space filled with desire, fear, hope, and chaotic emotion. Out of this whirlwind emerges an unexpected clarity, as if dreams and reality briefly touch.
The dancers bring this interplay between poetry and reality to life, accompanied by live musicians and Shechter’s signature, cinematic soundscore. For this new work, Shechter reunites with lighting designer Tom Visser, who crafts a sculptural dreamscape on stage through his powerful scenography.
Following its world premiere at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris (2024) and UK premiere at Sadler’s Wells this autumn, Theatre of Dreams will tour leading stages across Europe – including Holland Dance Festival in The Hague, Utrecht, and Tilburg. Further tours will follow in Italy, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Austria, and Germany.
For this ambitious new production, Shechter once again collaborates with his trusted creative team: Tom Visser (lighting design – known for Grand Finale, The Fix, Contemporary Dance 2.0, Wild Poetry, and From England with Love) and Osnat Kelner (costume design – Contemporary Dance 2.0, Wild Poetry). Together, they shape a universe that feels both hallucinatory and deeply intimate.
Presented with kind support of MART Foundation
Free introduction
Prior to the performance on Friday, February 13, a free introduction will be given by Annette Embrechts, theatre and dance journalist at de Volkskrant.
The introduction starts at 6:30 PM at Swing Amare, The Hague. Please reserve in time, as capacity is limited.
Reserve your tickets HERE for the introduction on Friday, February 13
NOTE: Theatre of Dreams includes nudity, flashing imagery, mild smoke effects and loud music. Earplugs are available at the entrance and the guestdesk for anyone who prefers a little extra comfort.
