Let Amsterdam Dance

Free experimentation

The renowned German choreographer Sasha Waltz created In C, based on Terry Riley’s composition of the same name, as a collection of movements that dancers can freely experiment with. This flexibility makes the piece ideal for performances by a wide range of dancers, from professionals to amateurs.

Giving and taking space 

Waltz’s choreography consists of 53 movement sequences, from which each group learns a selection. The choreography works like a game: dancers decide for themselves when to move, pause, or connect with others. This approach aligns perfectly with the central theme of Heel Amsterdam Danst: sharing space. Each participant has the freedom and responsibility to find their own place in the space, while ensuring they don’t take up someone else’s, and to create connections with others.

Documentary

A documentary is being made about this major participation project, at the initiative of National Opera & Ballet. In the film, several participants from the city districts are followed and interviewed. They talk about their experiences and share their thoughts on the theme of ‘sharing space’. The documentary thus offers insight into the diversity of the participants and their personal stories. The film will later be donated to the city as a lasting memory of Amsterdam’s community in 2025.