"Kristin" | By May Zarhy

Kristin is a choreographic sketch composed of a sequence of physical postures through which the dancer unfolds. In a state of constant flux, the dancer moves through various situations altering her physical position and its relationship to her surroundings. This dance is partly “set” and partly improvised according to certain principles—evolving anew in the moment. The solo continues Zarhy’s research into the connection between memory and movement.

In the conversation following the first viewing of the work—moderated by artistic director Idan Schwartz, choreographer May Zarhy, and dancer Amit Zaretzky—we will get to know more about the collaborative creative process between a choreographer and a dancer. We will learn about the triangular relationship: choreographer-musician-dancer, and how it is expressed in a piece that contains improvised sections reacting to the moment, place, and time, and how all these elements converge into a complete work. During the conversation, prior to the second viewing, the audience is invited to ask questions and respond.

Choreography: May Zarhy

In collaboration with the dancer: Amit Zaretzky

Original Music: Daniella Ljungberg, including a short excerpt by Kristin Oppenheim

Supported by: Yehoshua Rabinovich Tel Aviv Foundation for the Arts

Photography: Dor Pazuelo