ENERGY
To dance, to live
ENERGY
In the autumn of 2026, Introdans brings an abundance of energy to the theatres. ENERGY is an evening full of dynamism, contrast, and the joy of dance. The programme features two world premieres and two Dutch premieres by choreographers with Mediterranean roots. The result: a vibrant programme in which expressiveness, musicality, and contemporary dance language come together.
From the theatrical and playful Tagadà by Sofia Nappi (Dutch premiere) and the cheerfully energetic Flabbergast by Gustavo Ramírez Sansano (Dutch premiere) to two brand-new works by Andonis Foniadakis and Aristide Rontini (world premieres). A dynamic evening of dance that leaves the audience fully recharged. read more about the ballets below.
“This programme shows energy as exuberant physical expression; buoyant and infectious, but also as inner and collective force, restrained and connecting”, says Roel Voorintholt, Artistic Director of Introdans.
ENERGY premieres on 25 September 2026 at Amphion Theater, Doetinchem.
Tour: 25 September to 25 November 2026
Locations: Doetinchem, Haarlem, Gouda, Amersfoort, Zutphen, Oss, Apeldoorn, Enschede, Den Bosch, Emmen, Zwolle, Arnhem, Den Haag, Eindhoven, Zoetermeer, Deventer, Maastricht, Almere, Utrecht, Tiel, Rotterdam, Drachten.
Agenda
ENERGY
Impression
Behind the scenes
Gustavo Ramírez Sansano – Flabbergast | 2001 (Dutch premiere)
The celebrated choreographer Gustavo Ramírez Sansano – known for his contemporary version of Carmen – made a strong impression with Flabbergast. In this astonishing choreography, Sansano embraces his Spanish roots. Artistic Director Roel Voorintholt appreciates the lightness and playful wink of Flabbergast. The piece is expressive and musical. The dancers transport you to the atmosphere of the sixties and seventies, dancing to the rhythm of Latin American music. They explore their desires, their identity, and above all each other. Combined with the exhilarating music of Mexican composer Juan García Esquivel, this creation is the perfect match for an energetic evening. Gustavo Ramírez Sansano: “The first version of Flabbergast was premiered by Luna Negra Dance Theater in 2001 in the United States. Now, for Introdans, I will rework it and ad one scene. It is a humorous piece that shows a journey where I play with stereotypes of my town culture. I would like to dedicate it to the person who taught me how to dance the ‘bayón’: my mother.” The bayón-baião is a Brazilian music and accompanying dance style.
Read here the interview with Gustavo Ramírez Sansano>>
Andonis Foniadakis – Pulsetic | 2026 (World premiere)
The choreography Selon désir by Andonis Foniadakis was one of the audience favorites in the 2023 Introdans BACH program. Now Foniadakis returns with a new creation made especially for the Introdans ensemble. Extreme suppleness and exuberant energy are constants in his work. Foniadakis empowers the dancers fully; vivid, dynamic, and infectious.
Aristide Rontini – Skin in Between | 2026 (World premiere)
For Aristide Rontini, inclusive creation and thinking form the foundation of his work. This Italian choreographer leads his own company, placing accessibility and all kinds of bodily realities at its center. From personal experience (his arms are differently proportioned) Rontini knows how important it is to set a new standard in dance and beyond. Themes in his work include identity, the relationship between the individual and the community, and between nature and culture. In 2023, Rontini was one of the choreographers of HubClub’23. At the invitation of Roel Voorintholt, he will create a new work for ENERGY. “We look forward to seeing what will emerge. In any case, it won’t be something obvious”, says Voorintholt.
Sofia Nappi – Tagadà | 2023 (Dutch premiere)
After the loving and humorous duet Kemet, which Sofia Nappi created for HubClub’23, Introdans once again collaborates with this fascinating choreographer. In 2021, Nappi received the Introdans Partner Award at the Rotterdam International Duet Choreography Competition (RIDCC). “Her work is very distinctive and theatrical; it communicates so well”, says Roel Voorintholt. This season, Introdans presents her successful group creation Tagadà, set to music of, amongst others, Daft Punk. Nappi uses the Italian fairground ride ‘tagadá’ as a metaphor for life. Sometimes we simply go round in circles, without having any control. We balance between uncertainty, fear, joy, and euphoria. In the unpredictability of life, connection with the people around you becomes an anchor.
Read here the interview with Sofia Nappi>>
Teaser ENERGY
Rehearsal pictures
Choreographers
Credits
Tagadà
choreography Sofia Nappi
music Daft Punk Giorgio by Moroder, Yaron Engler (Too) Young Bride in the Middle East, Johann Sebastian Bach Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. for piano solo (Battel)
set and costume design Thomas Mika
lighting design Sascha Zauner
staged by Paolo Piancastelli
rehearsal director Marlena Wolfe
duration ± 20 minutes
world premiere 31 March 2023, Staatsballett Hannover (DE)
Introdans premiere 25 September 2026, Doetinchem
Skin in Between
choreography Aristide Rontini
music The Field The Deal
musical arrangement Steven Reijn
costume design Bregje van Balen
lighting design Sakis Birbilis
costume workshop Hermien Hollander
rehearsal director Vérine Bouwman
duration ± 10 minutes
world premiere 25 September 2026, Introdans, Doetinchem
Flabbergast
choreography Gustavo Ramirez Sansano
music Esquivel and his Orchestra Baía, Jalousie, Lazy Bones, Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Autumn Leaves, Anna (El Negro Zumbon), Mucha Muchacha (Remastered)
set design Luis Crespo Portero
costume design Bregje van Balen
lighting design David Hedinger-Wohnlich
costume workshop Hermien Hollander
rehearsal director Marlena Wolfe, Vérine Bouwman
duration ± 20 minutes
world premiere 2001, Luna Negra Dance Theater, Chicago (US)
Introdans premiere 25 September 2026, Introdans, Doetinchem
Pulsetic
choreography Andonis Foniadakis
music Julien Tarride Collective Rumour N°3@
costume design Anastasios Sofroniou
lighting design Sakis Birbilis
costume workshop Babette van den Berg, Merlijn Koopman
rehearsal director Vérine Bouwman
duration ± 20 minutes
world premiere 25 September 2026, Introdans, Doetinchem