Dance News
The Danse Suisse newsletter provides information on dance and cultural political issues and on current cultural events with a focus on Switzerland as a whole. The promotion of individual artistic productions is not the focus of the coverage. The office is happy to receive comments and suggestions on specific topics. Contact us at info@dansesuisse.ch.
TANZMEHR: DANCE AS DIALOGUE AND RADICAL INCLUSION IN LUCERNE
Dienstag 17.02.26
In January 2026, Lucerne hosted the third edition of Tanzmehr. This biennial event is a key national platform within the Swiss dance scene for artistic community dance—a form of dance that places creations by professionals and non-professionals at its centre and dissolves the boundaries between stage and audience.
moreIN MEMORY OF HANS VAN MANEN
Dienstag 17.02.26
It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to the Dutch ballet choreographer Hans van Manen, a defining figure in the international dance world. He passed away on 17 December 2025 at the age of 93 in Amsterdam.
moreJUNGSPUND: When dance meets the next generation in St. Gallen
Dienstag 17.02.26
26 February – 7 March 2026!
morePROFESSIONAL REGISTER
Dienstag 17.02.26
The Professional Registers for Dance Mediation and Dance Education serve as proof of professional competence and experience. Registration demonstrates recognition and professionalism—for example towards schools, parents, and institutions—strengthens credibility, and contributes to more professional working conditions.
moreINCIDANSE: CALL FOR DANCE PROJECTS
Dienstag 17.02.26
The InciDanse Fribourg Platform is seeking new dance projects for its 8th edition, taking place from 23 to 25 October at Théâtre Nuithonie in Villars-sur-Glâne.
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