Dance News

“Next Steps” enables choreography talents based in Switzerland to undertake long-term collaboration with an institutional dance ensemble. Over three years, Steps, Bern Ballett and St.Gallen Dance Company will accompany two artists in their creative process and support them in realising their choreographic vision with the companies’ dancers.

From 16 to 19 October 2025, the second international aDvANCE conference took place at Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK). Fifty educators, artists and leaders from 34 international dance training institutions discussed contemporary teaching concepts, inclusion and future perspectives in dance education under the motto “Share. Discuss. Connect." The results form the foundation for the ongoing development of an environment that is healthy, inclusive and inspiring.

Reso – Dance Network Switzerland has announced the 2026 programme. The biennial event is a key showcase for the creativity and international visibility of Swiss dance artists.

“Dance on Screen” aims to raise the visibility of dance films. For the 2026/2027 edition, Swiss and international short and ultra-short films may be submitted in four categories. The 7th edition will once again feature short films, documentaries and feature films showcasing dance in all its dimensions.

The anthology “Incorporer. Dramaturgies en danse contemporaine”, derived from AVDC’s project ddd — dramaturgie danse dialogue, is now available digitally in English.