Inès Destruhaut

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PUPPETS 2024 - performance - 25mnPuppets is a live performance born from months of collective work with a group of performers. In the space, four dancers respond to a mysterious figure seated at the back, an almost silent presence who dictates the flow by dropping heavy metal balls on the floor.
Each drop triggers a new movement sequence, guided by a soundscape that shifts from ticking clock to diverse ambient layers, then evolves into loud, pulsing techno.

The performance unfolds as an exploration of time and emotional process. Showing the feeling of extended longevity of a short wave of emotion. The feeling of being trapped into our own inner turmoil forever.

The dancers move through waves of isolation, intensity, and connection, a cathartic journey that culminates in military, like unison, marching back and forth in sync with the beat.

In the final moment, the silent character rises, spins and spins, for some minutes which seem to be endless.  A soft, meditative sound plays. The four dancers end up embracing the spinning character still, offering rest, resolution, and shared breath.

Performers:

OLENA ANANIEVA
PHILIPPA WERNER
ANYA SBITNEVA
FARA VERHOEVEN
INES DESTRUHAUT