THE MARKET - group performance

Deep-diving into what he deems, “a radical solution to the capitalist catastrophe”, THE MARKET is a hyper-visual dance performance about radical redistribution of our wealth.

And an ecological manifesto reflecting on our sea of consumerism behaviours. Hailing social and cultural concepts through the medium of performance and described as both “hallucinatory” and “extreme”, his work is emotionally charged and ritualistic in nature. Combining dance with the mediums of theatre and visual art, Belfiore explores notions of social sculpture, Queer-culture, mythology, religion and more, where the eclectic backdrop of genre-bending soundscapes intrinsically compliment.

‘Belfiore creates strong images that make a lasting impression,’ Theaterkrant wrote in a four-star review. Perhaps that is an understatement, because the radical, alienating and transformative dance performances by Fernando Belfiore are, in all their hyper-visual eloquence, right into your face. With the playfulness of a disco bunny, but at the same time with a penetrating message about the environment and social inequality.

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​Bio

Fernando Belfiore is a Brazilian choreographer, teacher, researcher, and performance artist currently based in Amsterdam. With degrees in theater and dance from the University of São Paulo and the Amsterdam School of the Arts, his work emphasizes interdisciplinary exploration and critical thinking. Belfiore utilizes movement as a catalyst for collective action in public spaces, aiming to foster social transformation and awareness. His performances, which blend theater, dance, and visual art, invite audiences to engage and question societal norms, showcasing his commitment to impactful artistic expression.

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Credits

Direction and Choreography: Fernando Belfiore

Creation and performance: Isadora Tomasi, Maciej Sado, Rose Akras , Mavi Veloso, Nica Roses and Fernando Belfiore 

Sound: Isadora Tomasi 

Painting: Nicas Roses 

Dramaturgy: Rodia Vomvolou 

Costume Design: Ginta Tinte 

Set Advice Nikola Knežević 

Light Design: Frank Oorthuys 

Video Support and Advice: Jeremy From Alex EtJ eremy 

Dramaturgical Dialogue: Maciej Sado

Artistic Advice: Renée Copraij, Suzy Blok 

Outside eye: Toni Steffens 

Camera and Registration: Kyulim Kim 

Production: DANSCO / Marieke van Bueren 

Executive Production: Michael Scerbo

Thanks to DanceSpaceDestiny and Gustavo Poubel 

Co-production and Residencies Julidans Amsterdam, DansBrabant, WorkSpaceBrussels, RedPlexus Marseille, and Spider Festival. 

Supported by AFK Amsterdam Fonds voor de Kunst, Cultuur Fonds, Dance Stimulering Fonds

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