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March News: Flash mob & new 4Pointe classes / März-News: Flashmob & neue 4Pointe-Kurse

English // Deutsch #2_02.2026 📩 English Version Dear Reader I’m excited to share some wonderful news with you for March! Together with my good friend and hobby ballet dancer Olaf Lier, the head of the Rhythmics Department Svetlana Smertin at the Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber Dresden we are organizing a flash mob. We will dance and clap together at Bahnhof Dresden-Neustadt to celebrate the 125 anniversary of this important Dresden landmark. Back then, the tracks were elevated and...

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English // Deutsch #1_02.2026 Hi Reader ENGLISH VERSION This year, I've decided to offer monthly masterclasses exploring the profound connection between voice and movement. Have you ever wondered what happens when you allow your voice and your movement to venture into unknown territories together? It's liberating! But here's where it gets truly extraordinary: when you add microphones and electronic music to this voice-body exploration, something emerges that transcends description. Our first...

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English // Deutsch #1_01.2026 Hi Reader I hope you had a fantastic slide into 2026! Speaking of sliding, during the holidays I continued training with my mom. I've been sharing the 4Pointe method with her since I got certified two years ago, and I noticed she was having some challenges with échappé. So I came up with a two-part exercise that really helped her. Now I'm sharing it with you—let's stop jumping into échappé and start sliding! With the start of this year, I was also inspired to add...

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English // Deutsch #2_12.2025 Hi Reader As 2025 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on this extraordinary year with deep gratitude – especially for you, for being part of this journey with me. What a year it has been! I had the privilege of bringing ten premieres to life, six of them completely unique creations. Each performance felt like opening a new door, discovering new parts of myself and sharing them with you. The year began with Nijinski by John Neumeier at Semperoper in...

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English // Deutsch #5_11.2025 Hi Reader Last Saturday we celebrated the premiere and unique performance of Wendepunkt (Turning Point) at Erle6 in Dresden, and it was a night I'll never forget. This project was different. Spontaneous. Urgent. Born from a fire I couldn't ignore. Usually, I take about a year to develop a piece – carefully selecting the space, building the artistic team. But after the performance at the Socie Gala in May, something shifted. The response was so powerful that I...

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English // Deutsch #4_11.2025 Hi Reader This Friday, we're pulling back the curtain to introduce you to the remarkable artists who will bring Wendepunkt (Turning Point) to life on stage. Gui Yuexuan is a Chinese freelance dancer and choreographer who has made Dresden her creative home. Her performances have graced festivals and theaters across Europe and China, where she's known for her captivating approach to improvisation. Gui weaves theatrical ideas seamlessly with movement, creating...

English // Deutsch #2_11.2025 Dear Reader, I'd love to invite you to a very special event: an art auction in support of UNICEF! Since October 11th, numerous talented artists – including my mother Luna – have been displaying their works at Gerstaecker here in Dresden. It's turned into a wonderful collection, and I'd be thrilled if you could join us! My mother is exhibiting her piece "Water Life" – a beautiful work using varnish on cotton (20x20 cm). This Friday, November 14th, you'll have the...

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English // Deutsch #1_10.2025 Hi Reader You know what I love about dance, in particular ballet? That you strengthen the whole body. Now, what happens when you are a little bit short of time or space? My most recent video is exactly for these occasions. All you need is a mat, a resistance band, and 8 minutes of your time. Click here to check it out: With love and appreciation, Yamile Anaid Navarro Luna Hallo Reader, Weißt du, was ich am Tanzen liebe, insbesondere am Ballett? Dass man den...

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English / Deutsch Hello Reader Our voice, movement & electronic music workshop is Tomorrow! Today I want to introduce myself by sharing with you a short story behind the creation of the Voice-Body Connection Practices. I will be using these practices during the sessions on Friday and Saturday, as a base to guiding you into discovering your powerful voice. Photo Credit: Thomas Türpe My exploration with voice and movement integration spans over a decade of professional practice, research, and...

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English / Deutsch Hi Reader Our voice, movement & electronic music workshop is only 3 days away! Today I want to introduce you to one of your guides during the Workshop: Daniel Williams Credit: André Wirsig / Zirkus Theater Festival 2025 Daniel Williams is a composer and theatre director. In June 2025, he appeared at the Zirkustheater festival in Dresden, improvising soundtracks as part of the ‘Blind Date’ event, in collaboration with the Dresden Musikfestspiel and a group of circus...