A captivating performance that intertwines the elegance of ballet and the depth of human emotion will grace the stage at the Seongnam Arts Center. The Seongnam Cultural Foundation, celebrating its 20th anniversary, presents the Korean premiere of Cold Blood by the Belgian collective Kiss & Cry. The show will run for two nights, on December 13 and 14, at the Opera House of the Seongnam Arts Center.
Cold Blood is the brainchild of acclaimed film director Jaco Van Dormael, known for Toto the Hero, The Eighth Day, and The Brand New Testament, and his wife, choreographer Michèle Anne De Mey. This production marks the sequel to their 2014 global sensation Kiss & Cry, which enchanted over 180,000 audience members across 20 countries and in nine languages. Now, a decade later, their unique hybrid art form arrives on Korean soil.
Blurring the lines between dance, theater, film, and literature, Cold Blood immerses audiences in an unprecedented theatrical experience. As viewers watch a film unfold live on stage, they also witness the filmmaking process in real-time. Director Jaco Van Dormael describes the production as “a movie and more,” where “what the camera captures is unseen by the naked eye, and what the camera misses is revealed on stage in a pop-up cinema style.”
At the heart of the production is the art of "finger dancing," or Nano Dance. This intricate choreography uses only the index and middle fingers to tell a poignant story of life, humanity, and love. The minimalist yet profoundly expressive movements evoke a depth of emotion, offering a fresh perspective on narrative performance.
Adding to the immersive experience is the voice of renowned Korean actor Yoo Ji Tae, who lends his narration to the production. Yoo Ji Tae previously collaborated with Jaco Van Dormael in 2014 for Kiss & Cry, earning praise for his emotive and evocative delivery that amplified the show’s impact.
The Seongnam Cultural Foundation’s decision to bring Cold Blood to Korea as part of its 20th-anniversary celebration underscores its commitment to showcasing innovative and boundary-pushing art. The show’s ability to seamlessly integrate multiple artistic disciplines into a cohesive and mesmerizing whole makes it a must-see event for fans of experimental theater and avant-garde cinema.
Tickets for Cold Blood are available now through the Seongnam Arts Center’s official channels. Audiences are invited to witness this groundbreaking production that promises to leave an indelible mark on the Korean performance art scene.
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A captivating performance that intertwines the elegance of ballet and the depth of human emotion will grace the stage at the Seongnam Arts Center. The Seongnam Cultural Foundation, celebrating its 20th anniversary, presents the Korean premiere of Cold Blood by the Belgian collective Kiss & Cry. The show will run for two nights, on December 13 and 14, at the Opera House of the Seongnam Arts Center.
Cold Blood is the brainchild of acclaimed film director Jaco Van Dormael, known for Toto the Hero, The Eighth Day, and The Brand New Testament, and his wife, choreographer Michèle Anne De Mey. This production marks the sequel to their 2014 global sensation Kiss & Cry, which enchanted over 180,000 audience members across 20 countries and in nine languages. Now, a decade later, their unique hybrid art form arrives on Korean soil.
Blurring the lines between dance, theater, film, and literature, Cold Blood immerses audiences in an unprecedented theatrical experience. As viewers watch a film unfold live on stage, they also witness the filmmaking process in real-time. Director Jaco Van Dormael describes the production as “a movie and more,” where “what the camera captures is unseen by the naked eye, and what the camera misses is revealed on stage in a pop-up cinema style.”
At the heart of the production is the art of "finger dancing," or Nano Dance. This intricate choreography uses only the index and middle fingers to tell a poignant story of life, humanity, and love. The minimalist yet profoundly expressive movements evoke a depth of emotion, offering a fresh perspective on narrative performance.
Adding to the immersive experience is the voice of renowned Korean actor Yoo Ji Tae, who lends his narration to the production. Yoo Ji Tae previously collaborated with Jaco Van Dormael in 2014 for Kiss & Cry, earning praise for his emotive and evocative delivery that amplified the show’s impact.
The Seongnam Cultural Foundation’s decision to bring Cold Blood to Korea as part of its 20th-anniversary celebration underscores its commitment to showcasing innovative and boundary-pushing art. The show’s ability to seamlessly integrate multiple artistic disciplines into a cohesive and mesmerizing whole makes it a must-see event for fans of experimental theater and avant-garde cinema.
Tickets for Cold Blood are available now through the Seongnam Arts Center’s official channels. Audiences are invited to witness this groundbreaking production that promises to leave an indelible mark on the Korean performance art scene.
