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Van Cleef & Arpels Launches Dance Reflections Festival in London

festival-fair · 2026-04-22

Van Cleef & Arpels inaugurated the Dance Reflections festival in London in March, held across the Royal Opera House, Sadler's Wells, and Tate Modern. The two-week program featured contemporary dance and ballet, including performances by William Forsythe, Brigel Gjoka, Rauf Yasit, Alessandro Sciarroni, and the Candoco Dance Company. It also revived works by Trisha Brown and Lucinda Childs. The festival included talks, workshops, and films, aiming to complement existing cultural offerings and preserve dance heritage. President Nicolas Bos stated it does not seek to replace institutions but to highlight choreographers and preserve significant creations.

Key facts

  • Dance Reflections festival took place in London in March.
  • Venues included Royal Opera House, Sadler's Wells, and Tate Modern.
  • Opening performance was Neighbours at Sadler's Wells, choreographed by Brigel Gjoka and Rauf Yasit.
  • Alessandro Sciarroni presented Save the last dance for me at Royal Opera House, featuring Polka Chinata.
  • Candoco Dance Company performed Trisha Brown's Set and Reset at Tate Modern.
  • Four early works by Lucinda Childs were performed by Ruth Childs.
  • Nicolas Bos is President and CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels.
  • The festival included talks, workshops, and films.

Entities

Artists

  • William Forsythe
  • Brigel Gjoka
  • Rauf Yasit
  • Ruşan Filiztek
  • Alessandro Sciarroni
  • Gianmala Borzillo
  • Giovanfrancesco Giannini
  • Trisha Brown
  • Lucinda Childs
  • Ruth Childs
  • Nicolas Bos

Institutions

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Royal Opera House
  • Sadler's Wells
  • Tate Modern
  • Candoco Dance Company
  • Accords Croisés

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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