Sasha Waltz & Guests

Sasha Waltz & Guests was founded in 1993 by the renowned choreographer Sasha Waltz and Jochen Sandig in Berlin. Since its founding, the company has had an impressive international career and is now one of the leading players in the dance and performance art scene.

The company is known for its diverse and interdisciplinary productions that combine choreography, dance, music, architecture, visual arts, and literature. Its repertoire includes over 100 productions, including the famous trilogies "Travelogue" and "Körper," as well as choreographic operas like "Dido & Aeneas," "Medea," and "Matsukaze." The company performs approximately 80 shows worldwide each year and has participated in over 300 venues and festivals in more than 50 countries and 180 cities to date[1][2][3].

Sasha Waltz & Guests is committed to promoting a democratic, open, and diverse society. The company advocates for the values of diversity, inclusion, and cultural exchange and does not tolerate discriminatory behaviors or statements. It promotes open discussions and the exchange of different perspectives in its artistic work and in interaction with its audience[1].

The company has also been strongly committed to educational and social projects. In 2007, Sasha Waltz founded the children's and youth dance company to support young dancers. Since 2016, the company has operated the platform "ZUHÖREN," which serves as a "third space for art and politics." Another example is the project "In C," based on Terry Riley's open composition, which makes the choreographic material accessible through video tutorials and international workshops, thereby promoting a global, participatory, and sustainable dance community[1][3].

Sasha Waltz & Guests has significantly contributed to the founding and development of various cultural institutions in Berlin, including Sophiensæle (1996), St. Elisabeth Church (2004), and Radialsystem V (2006). The company was awarded the title of "Cultural Ambassador" by the European Union in 2013 and received the "George Tabori Honorary Award" from the Fonds Darstellende Künste in 2014[1][2].

Through its innovative and diverse work, Sasha Waltz & Guests has made a distinctive mark on the international dance and performance art scene and continues to advocate for artistic excellence, social responsibility, and cultural exchange.

• 1 - https://www.sashawaltz.de/en/compagnie
• 2 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sasha_Waltz
• 3 - https://www.sashawaltz.de/en/gdyxhwbd3l
• 4 - https://www.concerti.de/interviews/sasha-waltz-ein-eigenes-universum-kreieren/
• 5 - https://www.dw.com/de/sasha-waltz/t-36985674