Join us for an extraordinary evening of contemporary dance. Renowned choreographer Sylva Šafková from the contemporary dance group 420PEOPLE presents an adapted version of her acclaimed piece Why Things Go Wrong in collaboration with Israel’s Fresco Dance Company.
Sylva Šafková (*1984) is a choreographer and dancer with an extensive repertoire encompassing classical, neoclassical, and modern choreographies. Over her career, she has performed with prestigious companies such as Maurice Béjart’s La Compagnie M, Prague State Opera, the National Theatre, Prague Chamber Ballet, and 420PEOPLE, where she currently serves as a choreographer and rehearsal director. Her notable works include Cumbia, Simple Symphony for Three, Fuga/Fugue, Inspirace, and Why Things Go Wrong, which has gained acclaim among critics and audiences alike. In 2004, she won the 2nd prize in the senior category at the International Dance Competition Premio Roma, and in 2007, she received the Best Choreographer award at the International Choreographic Competition in Pilsen. Since 2015, she has collaborated with the Nanine Linning Dance Company and also worked as an assistant choreographer at Theater Heidelberg.
The performance Why Things Go Wrong, originally premiered at Studio Maiselovka in Prague, explores the unique theme of (un)moral and ethically challenging human behavior through contemporary dance. This behavior, often overlooked, significantly impacts the lives of those around us. The choreography was inspired by Aaron James’ book Assholes: A Theory, which examines the concept of privilege and its consequences:
“We consider a person to be an ‘Asshole’ if they systematically claim to benefit from privileges in interpersonal relationships by virtue of an ingrained sense of entitlement immunizing them against other people’s complaints.”
The piece was produced by 420PEOPLE with support from the Ministry of Culture of the Czech Republic, the City of Prague, and Prague 1.
In Tel Aviv, Sylva Šafková, in collaboration with Israel’s Fresco Dance Company, has adapted the choreography to resonate with local dancers and audiences. The performance will remain part of Fresco Dance Company’s repertoire throughout 2025.
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*The performance on Saturday will be followed by a light cocktail, during which you'll have the chance to enjoy a glass of wine and meet the artist herself.
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