Pierre Bastin

Jan Martens’ Repertoire

What does Jan Marten’s work do to you and what do you do with it? 

In this workshop, Pierre Bastin introduces you to the methodology and repertoire of choreographer Jan Martens. You will dive into dance elements from the performances The dog days are over, The common people, and Any attempt will end in crushed bodies and shattered bones.

You will experiment with jumps, repetition, geometry in space, and the construction of a choreography. The result: a playful but physical workout in which trying together is central. You will dance in a group, test boundaries, and discover how simplicity and endurance can become powerful. The workshop is accessible to all levels. No dance experience is necessary.

Teacher

Pierre Bastin is a dancer and creator who has worked with Jan Martens, Rosas / Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker, Vera Tussing, and Danielle Huyghe, among others. He toured with Any attempt will end in crushed bodies and shattered bones and currently dances in The dog days are over 2.0. In addition to his work as a performer, he is co-founder of the Sidewards collective and develops his own creations with a focus on ecology and social justice.

Accessibility

• The workshop is physically demanding
• The workshop is accessible to wheelchair users
• The ability to memorise long phrases is a requirement