KA-IN

Theater Rotterdam
large theatre hall

Fri May 2nd, Sat May 3rd

NL
Première

KA-IN
Groupe Acrobatique de Tanger / Raphaëlle Boitel

The cannons of Moroccan acrobatics finally arrive back in Rotterdam! Expect in this brand new production eand spectacular acrobatic ballet, between tradition and modernity. 

Fifteen years ago, the Moroccan Groupe Acrobatique de Tangier opened the very first Circusstad Festival. Now the renowned company returns with their spectacular new production: KA-IN. This acrobatic ballet is a special collaboration with the French director and choreographer Raphaëlle Boitel of Cie. L'Oublié(e), in which traditions and modernity meet in an impressive visual universe full of power and pure joie de vivre.

Groupe Acrobatique de Tangier builds on a centuries-old tradition of human pyramids and acrobatic stunts, originating from the nomadic Berber tribes. Where these techniques were once used to climb over the walls of their enemies, the company is now transforming them into spectacular contemporary art. Since their inception in 2003, they have combined this rich history with innovative, multidisciplinary creations and continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in acrobatics.

For KA-IN, the company invited Raphaëlle Boitel to direct. Mutual inspiration led them to an exciting encounter between theatrical worlds. Boitel's work is known for its refined mix of theatre, circus, dance, music and film. In KA-IN, the audience is immersed in a fascinating play of light and shadow.

With 13 talented acrobats and (break) dancers, Groupe Acrobatique de Tanger brings a dazzling circus epic that will leave you breathless. KA-IN is an ode to youth, a celebration of brotherhood, and an explosion of energy, in which bodies seek out and push the boundaries of what is possible.

Expect spectacular acrobatics, impressive dancing and great music, an unforgettable experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

INTRODUCTION 19.30 – 20.00 UUR (hal theater):
Prior to the performance 'KA-IN' by Groupe Acrobatique de Tangier, an introduction offers context and depth. Learn more about the backgrounds of this Moroccan company and choreographer Raphaëlle Boitel and what cultural and artistic influences play a role in the work. Maybe you will see it in the performance afterwards!

COMBI TICKET:
Want to experience even more Circusstad? There is also a combi ticket available for Friday 2 May, with which you can enjoy the special performance Reclaim by the Belgian company Théâtre d’un jour at a discount at 19:00 before this performance. In this exciting performance, opera and circus come together and the axes and acrobats literally fly around your ears! 

Combi Ticket 2nd of may

 

Tickets

Price: €10 – €28
19:30 - 20:00 | Inleiding
20:30 - 21:40
20:30 - 21:40

Select a day to see available times.

Location

Theater Rotterdam large theatre hall
Schouwburgplein 25, 3012 CL Rotterdam

Accessibility

To reserve wheelchair spaces, we kindly request that you contact us via the email address kassa@circusstad.nl

Viewing guide

Ages: 7 – 100+
Triggerwarning: Stroboscoop

Credits

Regie en choreografie: Raphaëlle Boitel 

13 ACROBATS & DANCERS – Distributie & Disciplines: 

Hamidou Aboubakar Sidiki / Hiphopdanser B-Boy
Mohcine Allouch / Hip-hop danser B-Boy
Hammad Benjkiri / Ankerman
Zhor El Amine Demnati / Hip-hop danser B-Girl
Achraf El Kati /Acrobat
Bouchra El Kayouri / Acrobaat, koorddanseres, zangeres
Youssef El Machkouri / Acrobaat, ankerman
Mohammed Guechri / Hip-hop danser
Hamza Naceri / Acrobaat
Kwatar Niha / Acrobaat
Youssef Salihi / Hip-hop & popping danser
Hassan Taher / Acrobaat, koorddanser
Mohammed Takel / Acrobaat, jongleur

Artistieke samenwerking, belichting, enscenering : Tristan Baudoin
Assistent-regisseur : Sanae El Kamouni
Originele muziek : Arthur Bison
Choregrafie coach & trainer : Mohamed Rarhib & Julieta Salz
Partners technische creatie : Thomas Delot / Nicolas Lourdelle / Anthony Nicolas
Versterking podium en geluid : Joël Abriac / Tom d’Herin
Technisch Directeur : Laure Andurand / Marine David
Verantwoordelijke productie en logistiek : Romane Blandin
Productie en distributie : Jean-François Pyka
Administratie, productie & ontwikkeling : Aizeline Wille
Tanger Acrobatique Groep Directeur : Sanae El Kamouni

 

PARTNERS 

L’Association Halka reçoit le soutien de la Direction des affaires culturelles 

d’Ile-de- France (DRAC- aide à la création), du Ministère de la Culture (DGCA – aide à la création), et de la Spedidam. 

COPRODUCTEURS & RESIDENCES 

Plateforme 2 Pôles Cirque en Normandie 

La Brèche à Cherbourg et le Cirque-Théâtre d’Elbeuf 

L’Agora, PNC Boulazac 

Château Rouge, Scène Conventionnée d’Annemasse 

Scène de Bayssan / Scène en Hérault, Béziers 

MC2 Grenoble 

La Maison de la Culture de Bourges 

La Ferme du Buisson, Noisiel 

Nuits de Fourvière, Festival International de la Métropole de Lyon 

Train Théâtre, Scène Conventionnée de Porte Les Valences 

Institut Français Maroc 

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