CaDance festival (by Korzo Theater and Danspubliek)

In the historic centre of The Hague, Korzo stands as one of the most significant production houses and theatres in the Netherlands dedicated to contemporary dance and physical theatre. Since its inception in 1984, the institution has evolved from a local initiative into an internationally recognised breeding ground for talent. Its architectural identity, characterised by a unique upward-moving theatre hall, reflects its mission to push the boundaries of spatial and performance arts. As a vital pillar of the Dutch cultural landscape, Korzo focuses on cross-disciplinary experimentation, often bridging the gap between movement, visual arts, and digital technology. It serves as the home base for the CaDance Festival and numerous international collaborations, making it a critical node for collectors and curators interested in the evolution of contemporary performance.

Die Artistieke Kruispunt: Arjan Spannenburg en die Dansfoto van die Jaar

Die samewerking tussen Arjan Spannenburg en Korzo het 'n beduidende mylpaal bereik tydens die CaDance Fees, waar Spannenburg die titel van Dansfoto van die Jaar 2016 toegeken is. Hierdie gesogte kompetisie, georganiseer deur Korzo in vennootskap met Danspubliek Tydskrif, dien as 'n maatstaf vir uitnemendheid in die vaslegging van die kortstondige aard van beweging. Die wenwerk, Jillis in New York, is gekies deur 'n professionele jurie en aangebied deur feesdirekteur Leo Spreksel.

The jury praised the photograph for its powerful expression of freedom and the stark contrast between the elegance of the dancer and the industrial grit of the urban environment. This recognition within the halls of Korzo underscores Spannenburg’s ability to translate the kinetic energy of performance into a static, yet breathing, visual narrative. By winning this award at a leading production house for contemporary dance, Spannenburg’s work is validated not just as photography, but as an integral part of the contemporary performing arts discourse.