During the Dutch Dance Days 2026, Introdans presents Polish Pieces in the Hans van Manen programme; one of his most effervescent and colourful works, which has been part of the company’s repertoire since 2012. Set to powerful, driving music by Henryk Mikołaj Górecki, Van Manen lets twelve dancers in garishly coloured tunics storm the stage with constantly fresh dance combinations and a fantastically clear play of lines. The group sections are tightly choreographed, full of energy, pulsating, and in the duets the stakes are raised even higher. 

The collaboration between Introdans and Hans van Manen began more than thirty years ago with the ballet Ajakaboembie and grew into a rich artistic relationship. With no fewer than 20 ballets by the master choreographer in its repertoire, Introdans and Hans van Manen are inextricably linked. 

With his passing in December 2025, the dance world lost a brilliant source of inspiration, a perceptive artist, and someone who permanently transformed dance, both in the Netherlands and far beyond. Introdans will continue to perform his ballets with pride and dedication, ensuring they keep touching generations of dancers and audiences alike.