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Paradisum, the latest production by Recirquel, is a cirque dance performance that delves into the myth of rebirth after the destruction of the world. It is premiering as part of the Liszt Fest International Cultural Festival in Budapest.
The show aims to explore the creation of a new human existence in a utopian state, akin to Eden. Directed by Bence Vági, Paradisum is performed in the Müpa (former Palace of Arts) tent and combines contemporary dance with circus arts, presented 19 times throughout October.
The conception of Paradisum centers around the idea of rebirth, with the narrative following new beings who emerge from natural forces and journey through purification, birth, awakening, and rituals. This journey leads them to the “anima mundi,” or the spirit of the world, as they search for meaning in this new existence. The performance uses the unique language of cirque dance, a genre developed by Recirquel, combining dance and circus arts to create a novel visual experience.
A significant part of the show’s innovation comes from its multi-disciplinary approach, incorporating the talents of world-class circus artists in six distinct genres, including Chinese pole, hoop, strap, ladder, juggling, drumming, and handstands.
The choreography, blending aerial and ground circus arts with contemporary dance, brings a new dimension to cirque dance and elevates the storytelling experience. The show also owes much of its conception to the collaborative efforts of several artists across various disciplines. Emese Kasza designed the visual elements, while co-choreographers Zita Horváth, Renátó Illés, and Gábor Zsíros helped shape the movement.
The technical aspects, including lighting, were co-developed by Attila Lenzsér, and the production’s music, a crucial component of the performance, was created by composer Edina Szirtes and sound designer Gábor Terjék.
Paradisum was well-received at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, marking its international premiere before debuting in Hungary. With its focus on the myth of rebirth and a new human existence, the show continues Recirquel’s tradition of pushing the boundaries of contemporary circus and dance.
Via MTI; Featured Image: MTI / Lakatos Péter