Ochtenddauw

Vainergill Thurnim

An exploration into the power of anger in a complex dialogue between saxophonist Diana Dzhabbar and dancer Vainergill Thurnim. Through the resonant sounds of Diana Dzhabbar and the powerful movements of Vainergill Thurnim, the audience is transported to an environment where anger plays a different role.

Locatin The Bookshop
Run time 60 minutes
Genre Dance
Language English

Ochtenddauw

Ochtenddauw is an immersive duet between dance and saxophone, exploring and pushing the boundaries of expression and emotion In this 30-minute performance, saxophonist Diana Dzhabbar's rich and expressive sounds, a blend of traditional jazz, soul, ambient, hip-hop and modern music, enter into a dialogue with Vainergill Thurnim's explosive movements, which find their roots in West African dance aesthetics and (urban) contemporary. Together they create a dynamic and confrontational interaction in which pent-up emotions are given space. In their exploration, Vainergill and Diana delve into the complexity and transformative power of anger. Together, they take the audience on a journey where anger is no longer seen as purely negative, but as a necessary force that paves the way along the way to healing and renewal.

The Bookshop

The Bookshop is ITA's new cultural living room on Leidseplein. This compact stage offers a space for innovation, reflection and new perspectives. Here, makers, performers and visitors meet for special programmes, from experiments to intimate performances. The Bookshop is a place for everyone, with a focus on accessibility and openness. It is a gift to the city, made possible by the support of more than 500 donors and various funds and partners.