Katerina Andreou's 'How Romantic' at Avignon Festival
At the Festival d'Avignon, choreographer Katerina Andreou presents 'How Romantic', a piece inspired by dance marathons popular during the Great Depression in the United States. Known for her energetic and angry performances, Andreou uses this historical reference to explore themes of solitude and group dynamics. The work reflects on the endurance and desperation of those competitions, translating them into a contemporary dance context.
Key facts
- Katerina Andreou is a choreographer.
- Her work 'How Romantic' is presented at the Festival d'Avignon.
- The piece is inspired by dance marathons from the Great Depression era in the US.
- Andreou's performances are known for their 'énergie rageuse' (furious energy).
- The work reflects on solitude and the relationship to the group.
- The Festival d'Avignon is a major performing arts festival in France.
- The article was published by Le Monde on July 12, 2026.
- The source URL is https://www.lemonde.fr/culture/article/2026/07/12/festival-d-avignon-katerina-andreou-dans-l-epreuve-des-marathons-de-danse_6722916_3246.html
Entities
Artists
- Katerina Andreou
Institutions
- Festival d'Avignon
- Le Monde
Locations
- Avignon
- France
- United States