Dancer Laura Frigato and choreographer Pierre Pontvianne explore physical expression in LAST TOUCH, a paradoxical solo performance that merges multiple identities and forms.
Dance performance explores physical expression
The dance performance LAST TOUCH, created by choreographer Pierre Pontvianne and performed by Laura Frigato, explores the full range of physical expression through the body, encompassing lyrical, clownish, academic, and grotesque forms. The piece is described as a paradoxical solo that becomes a survival strategy, with the body serving as both passage and passenger in an effort to preserve itself. It merges with otherness, incorporating images beyond its own form.Performance presents contrasting figures
Through mimicry and the repetition of postures and beings, the performance presents a variety of contrasting figures, including masculine, feminine, animal, abstract, poetic, political, critical, visceral, superficial, and ambiguous elements. Laura Frigato is noted for her virtuosity in handling an immense palette of figures.Title reflects closure and transition
LAST TOUCH is not only interpreted as the final touch added to a painting but also as a departure from a universe of relationships and characters. It is likened to a census conducted to close a chapter, representing everything one must go through to move on to something else. The long-standing collaboration between choreographer Pierre Pontvianne and performer Laura Frigato is highlighted as a key element in delivering the performance in a surprising and vivid manner.Performance dates and locations
The performance was created on 18 November 2026 at Le Pacifique CDCN in Grenoble. It was later presented on 19 and 20 January 2027 at Les 2 Scènes - National Scene of Besançon, followed by shows on 10 and 11 February at L'Usine à La Comète in St-Etienne, and on 18 March at Le Dôme Théâtre in Albertville.Production team and support
The production involves a team including Jazz Barbé as assistant and accomplice, Pierre Pontvianne for sound design and costume, Pierre Treille for set design and props, and Victor Mandin for lighting. The company behind the performance is PARC, with co-productions and residencies at Le Dôme Théâtre d'Albertville, ViaDanse, Direction Fattoumi/Lamoureux, CCN de Bourgogne Franche-Comté at Belfort, and CCN of the Ballet of the National Opera of the Rhine. Additional residencies and support were provided by MAD in Lyon, CCN of Grenoble, LA COOPÉRATIVE CHORÉGRAPHIQUE - Sépulcre in Caen, Leggere Strutture in Bologna, and Lieu NEUFNEUF in Toulouse.
