TANZAHOi's Annual Festival Brings International Short Dance Films and Digital Dance Installations to
Metropolis Kino in November under an Experiemental Concept for Curation.
3. November 2023 // 16:45 - 23:30
4. November 2023 // 16:00 - 22:30
TANZAHOi's upcoming festival on November 3 - 4 promises an exciting lineup of international short dance films and digital dance installations. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:
Film Selection and Themes:
- The festival features international short dance films selected for the main program under five themes: dance as ritual, identity, nature and environments, beyond body and space, and social issues. These themes are based on common concepts found in the films submitted through the annual open call.
- The festival includes a Panorama Special Program that features films outside the common themes. These films feature work from local Hamburg artists, and international guests.
Digital Dance Installations:
- In addition to films, TANZAHOi will present digital dance installations in the foyer of Metropolis Kino. These installations will showcase the intersection of technology and dance, including AR, VR, visual effects, and more. The installations are curated in collaboration with festival partners TANZRAUSCHEN, Moovy Festival, and tanz:digital.
Festival Opening:
- The first two parts of the film series, "Future Futures" by Canadian dance company Company 605, will be screened as the opening film of the festival. The screening will be followed by guided tours of the digital installations in the foyer, which will also include the full film series.
Web 3.0 Panel Discussion:
- Web 3.0 represents a decentralized internet, where power is distributed rather than centralized. Technologies like NFTs, known for transparent transactions and protection, play a role in this context.
- The festival will host a panel discussion on Web 3.0, with invited guests consisting of artists and experts using Web3.0 tools, like NFTs in their creative work. The panel guests, coming from the fields of dance film, AR, VR, and AI will give insight into and explore how decentralization can impact creativity and curation.
Awards:
- Films in the main program are eligible for the Claussen-Simon-Stiftung Feature Award and Audience Choice Award.
- The Claussen-Simon-Stiftung Feature Award will be determined by a jury, while the Audience Choice Award will be based on votes from the festival audience.
- Both awards will be presented on the final day of the festival at Metropolis Kino.
Artist Engagement:
- The TANZAHOi Program encourages artists to discuss their work through artist introductions and Q&A sessions during the program at Metropolis Kino. The audience is also invited to participate in these discussions and interact with the artists.
Networking Opportunities:
- After the film screenings, there will be a gathering at the Metropolis Bar, providing the opportunity for attendees to engage in lively discussions with the festival team and participating artists.
Tickets:
Tickets are available at the Metropolis Kino box office 1 hour before the start of the events on Nov. 3 & 4. and in the Metropolis Kino Ticketshop online.
The festival promises an intriguing blend of dance, technology, discussions on decentralization, and opportunities for both artists and audiences to engage with the creative process. It's a unique event that aims to push the boundaries of collaboration and decentralization in the world of digital dance and festival organization.
TANZAHOi International Festival for Dance 2023 is supported with funds from the Claussen-Simon Foundation and the Hamburg Culture Foundation.
Thank you to Moovy Festival, TANZRAUSCHEN, tanz.digital, and Metropolis Kino.
