This programme is exclusively for participants on the Masterclass Route.
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Masterclass
In this masterclass, DIK Danstheater will introduce participants to the Relational Choreography method, developed by Jordy Dik over the past five years and applied globally. Along with choreographer Loura van Krimpen and musical collaborators Vincent Dankelman and Oene van Geel, Jordy will guide participants through this inclusive approach to dance.
Relational Choreography centres on the principle of call and response, allowing individuals to dance from authentic, instinctive impulses. The method fosters both personal creative awakening and collective power, focusing on interconnections between performers and encouraging participants to spontaneously respond to each other.
This approach makes dance accessible to all, even those who are less familiar with it or who find memorisation challenging. Rather than focusing on preset movements, you will explore improvisation and relational meaning, bridging movement and theatrical expression for a deeply engaging experience. Throughout this masterclass, you will collaborate intensely with fellow participants to create a performance that reflects your journey together.
About the Organisation
Founded by choreographer Jordy Dik, DIK Danstheater (The Netherlands) aims to enrich society with inclusive dance and music projects that break barriers. The foundation fosters connections, shares untold stories and creates impactful performances that combine artistic excellence with profound humanity. Over the last five years, Jordy has travelled the globe alongside collaborators Loura van Krimpen and Vincent Dankelman, leading large-scale community art projects. DIK Danstheater continues to bring together people from different backgrounds, inspiring transformation through dance, storytelling and music, to build a more vibrant and connected world.