Watch Meet the Contenders The Rose International Dance Prize
In this film series, learn more about the choreographers nominated for The Rose International Dance Prize, which celebrates original dance creations from across the globe. Watch these international choreographers share how they created their shortlisted work and what they love about dance.
Christos Papadopoulos
Choreographer Christos Papadopoulos talks on his work LARSEN C, which explores the universal patterns of change and the monumental shifts occurring around the world. Hear about the moment he was inspired to make the piece and how he approached choreographing the work.
Marco da Silva Ferreira
Choreographer Marco da Silva Ferreira reflects on his show CARCAÇA, where he uses dance as a research tool for community, the construction of collective identity, memory and cultural stagnation. He shares how he uses footwork and formations in the piece to explore this idea of collective identity.
Digital Stage will be sharing interviews with each of the seven nominated choreographers between now and January 2025, ahead of the Rose and Bloom Prize performances.
What is the Rose Prize?
Hear from Sadler’s Wells Artistic Director Sir Alistair Spalding on why the Rose Prize was created and what you can look forward to in its inaugural year.
Choreographer Akram Khan and designer of the prize Es Devlin also share more on the importance of the prize for the international dance landscape.