Spring Fever

Each year, under the guidance of a professional director, the Dimitri Academy creates a new final work for the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program, destined for an exciting international tour. In 2024, renowned Swiss choreographer and dancer Philipp Egli will be at the helm of Spring Fever . This piece will premiere in Verscio on May 17, 2024, followed by an exciting tour in Switzerland and abroad.

We chose to explore Stravinsky's legendary work without focusing on the sacrificial theme, opting instead for a direct approach to the magnificent composition through notes and music. We are crafting a body choreography based on the score, immersing ourselves completely in this extraordinary musical creation. The act of abandoning ourselves to this experience evokes springtime sensations, but at the same time, the need to surrender completely can generate both profound fears and feverish dreams. During an evening of dance, we focus on what happens when we dare to look deeply, embracing closeness and intimacy.

In the context of a dance concert, where our bodies become the instruments that internalize and make the score resonate, a fascinating question arises: can a Sacre du Printemps come to life even in the absence of sound?  

Philipp Egli, director and choreographer

Performers

Fanny Déglise, Emma Görrissen, Philippe Huwiler, Benedetta Iele, Mathi Le Coultre, Bruno Amaru Padilla Toledo, Amelie Rüegsegger, Nikoline Ryde, Marino Sampayo, Luna Scolari, Sohane Sourget, Elio Staub, Lukas Ynga

Duration: approx. 70 minutes

Direction and Choreography: Philipp Egli

Assistant Director: Mara Peyer

Costume and Makeup Supervision: Stephanie Metzner

Light, Sound, and Technique: Andrea Ferrari and Jacopo Sidari