Angelin Preljocaj: Requiem(s)

Cankarjev dom Theatre and Dance Angelin Preljocaj: Requiem(s)

Running time: The performance lasts approximately 90 minutes.

Requiem(s) by iconic choreographer Angelin Preljocaj combines his signature aesthetic precision, philosophical depth and physical expression into a reflection on death, grief and transcendence. The dancers are bodies in transformation – fragile, vulnerable, but also powerful. The choreography moves between classical beauty and brutal reality: the movement is now ethereal and floating, now spastic, almost violent. Far from fearing death, Preljocaj delves into its dark depths, observing, worshiping and dancing with it.

Preljocaj explores grief in a ballet full of vitality. With powerful dance moves, ghostly lighting, a soundtrack alternating between masses for the dead, metal music and words by Gilles Deleuze, the choreographer’s new creation explores death in a total and
hypnotic spectacle.
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Angelin Preljocaj is one of the most prominent contemporary choreographers, known for his unique style that fuses classical ballet with avant-garde and contemporary dance idioms. Born in Paris, he first studied classical ballet before turning to contemporary dance, studying under Karin Waehner. In 1985, he founded his own dance company, Ballet Preljocaj, with which he creates daring and aesthetically accomplished dance productions.

His choreographies often explore themes of physicality, social tension and existential issues, interlacing movement, visual art, technology and music. His best-known works testify to his flair for reinterpreting classic stories through a contemporary, often provocative lens. Collaborations with artists in a variety of fields, from costume designers to digital artists, bring an added dimension to his work.

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Angelin Preljocaj: Requiem(s)

Gallus Hall

15 Nov 2025 19:30

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Angelin Preljocaj

Choreography: Angelin Preljocaj
Music: G. Ligeti, W. A. Mozart, System of a Down, J.-S. Bach, H. Guonadottir, Chants
médiévaux (anonymes), O. Messiaen, G. F. Haas, J. Jóhannsson, 79D
Light design: Éric Soyer
Costumes: Eleonora Peronetti
Video: Nicolas Clauss
Scenography: Adrien Chalgard
Assistant, Deputy to the Artistic Direction: Youri Aharon Van den Bosch
Rehearsal assistant: Paolo Franco
Choreologist: Dany Léveque

Technical director: Luc Corazza
General production and sound manager: Virgile Olivieri
Lighting manager: Jean-Bas Nehr
Video Manager: Antoine Haurillon
Stage manager: Rémy Leblond, Mehdi Benrahou
Wardrobe mistress: Nina Langhammer

Dancers: Teresa Abreu, Lucile Boulay, Elliot Bussinet, Araceli Caro Regalón, Leonardo Cremaschi, Mirea Delogu, Lucia Deville, Chloé Fagot, Afonso Gouveia, Erwan Jean-Pouvreau, Arturo Lamolda, Théa Martin, Ygraine Miller-Zahnke, Romain Renaud, Mireia Reyes Valenciano, Redi Shtylla, Owen Steutelings, Micol Taiana

Production: Ballet Preljocaj
Coproduction: La Villette - Paris, Chaillot - Théâtre National de la danse, Festival Montpellier Danse 2024, Grand Théâtre de Provence, Vichy Culture-Opéra de Vichy

The Ballet Preljocaj, National Choreographic Centre subsidized by Ministry of Culture and Communication – DRAC PACA, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region, Bouches-du-Rhône Department, Aix-Marseille Provence Metropolis, City of Aix-en-Provence, supported by Groupe Partouche- Casino Municipal d’Aix-Thermal, Individuals and companies sponsors, and private partners.