Dancers explore transformation through physical connection
Blanca Franco and Sébastien Davis Van Gelder perform a piece that examines how humans change and evolve through close, dynamic physical interaction. Their work challenges the idea that people are fixed or unchanging, instead highlighting the push and pull between independence and reliance on others.Performance features a surreal, multi-bodied creature
In Nos Monstres, the dancers create a creature with two heads and eight legs, symbolizing their fusion. This imagined being gradually breaks apart, allowing each performer’s individuality to emerge, reflecting the theme of metamorphosis and identity.The piece draws inspiration from fairground "human monsters"
The performance is influenced by the spectacle of "human monsters" found in fairgrounds, blending fascination with unease. This imagery helps the audience consider how bodies can be reimagined and how such transformations can evoke both wonder and discomfort.Collaborative effort with multiple contributors
Nos Monstres is a collaborative creation involving Blanca Franco, Sébastien Davis-VanGelder, and Thibault Chaumeil, with additional contributions from Julius Bitterling and others. The work includes role-sharing and sound design, highlighting the collective nature of the performance.Premiere details and production information
The performance, lasting 30 minutes, premiered on 18 and 19 November 2026 at the Maison de la danse in Lyon. It was produced by UTOPISTES - International Circus City, with support from New Danse Studio and Extreme Juggling. The photo used in promotional material is credited to Loic Nys.
