Discussion Series
From 10. November 2024 until 1. June 2025
Under the title «Zurich Talks Dance», Ballett Zürich, Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), the Zurich Dance Academy, and Tanzhaus Zürich joined forces in 2023 to offer all interested parties deeper insights into artistic, professional, and pedagogical topics in the world of ballet. Through a variety of formats, audiences gain a deeper understanding of the lives and work of dancers, choreographers, ballet educators, and numerous creatives from the dance world — and have the opportunity to meet renowned figures in the field. With this initiative, we aim to present the work of Ballett Zürich in a broader context and to engage in conversation with other dance professionals and dance enthusiasts. The talks are hosted by dramaturg Michael Küster and representatives of the partner institutions.
The first edition of our ballet discussion series «Zurich Talks Dance» opens the new season under the motto «New Faces, New Roles». Michael Küster and Jason Beechey will welcome distinguished guests.
Matthias Schulz, the new General Director of Zurich Opera House, and Ballet Director Cathy Marston will discuss their vision for Ballett Zürich. Ayaha Tsunaki, the new Principal Dancer of Ballett Zürich, will meet ballet legend Ana Laguna, the muse of the great Swedish choreographer Mats Ek. At the start of the new academic year at ZHdK, two new students of the BA Contemporary Dance program and two Prix de Lausanne participants from the Dance Academy will also introduce themselves.
Cast
The cast for this performance will be announced at a later date.