CANCELLED Learn a movement by Hofesh Shechter

Name: CANCELLED Learn a movement by Hofesh Shechter
Start: 2026-11-18T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-11-21T16:30:00.000Z
Location: Espace 1789

Step inside the raw and visceral world of Hofesh Shechter through an immersive masterclass led by rising dance talents. You will master the signature intensity of a sequence taken from one of his most iconic productions before heading off to catch the full show on stage.

Espace 1789

Part of the Paris Conservatory Concerts programme

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Step into the creative world of Hofesh Shechter with a hands-on movement workshop at Espace 1789 in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine. Guided by students from the dance department, you will learn a specific movement from the piece Grand Finale, held shortly before the performances of IN THE BRAIN. Designed for participants aged 12 and over, this session offers a unique insight into the choreographer's distinctive physical style. The workshop lasts 30 minutes and is free of charge, providing a short but intense exploration of contemporary dance techniques for all dance enthusiasts.

The evening before the performances of the show IN THE BRAIN

Come and learn a movement from Hofesh Shechter's Grand Finale

with students from the dance department

Our take on this event

To accompany the performances of IN THE BRAIN, Espace 1789 hosts an exclusive workshop focusing on the movement language of Hofesh Shechter. Throughout this session, dancers from the local department will teach a passage from the renowned piece Grand Finale, allowing participants to experience the intensity and fluidity characteristic of Shechter's choreography firsthand.

The workshop is available for anyone aged 12 and up. Sessions are scheduled daily from Wednesday 18 November to Saturday 21 November 2026. Most workshops run from 18:00 to 18:30, with an additional time slot on Saturday 21 November from 13:00 to 13:30. Attendance is free.

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