Recreation of a 2005 Choreographic Work
Maria Donata D’Urso has recreated her 2005 choreographic work Collection particulière for performances scheduled from October 21 to 23, 2026, at Ménagerie de verre in Paris. The piece originally premiered in June 2005 at the International Choreographic Meetings of Seine-Saint-Denis.Exploration of Movement and the Body
Collection particulière explores the skin as the origin of movement, the interface between the body and the world, and the envelope that protects and connects individuals. D’Urso describes the solo as addressing the invention of an architecture for the body, based on an in-depth research of somatic states, where the body becomes both the architect and the architecture of the stage space.Innovative Movement Device
The device created for this piece involves reversing the supports and dynamics of movement to the horizontal, composing body states where gravity and suspension continuously intersect. The dialogue between sensory narrative and the “horizontal medium” of space constitutes the source of the writing of this solo.Revisiting the Work in a New Context
Replaying and reactivating this stage device today implies retracing the narrative thread of sensations in another perceptual and temporal context, potentially opening up new interpretive perspectives. This revival allows the work to be experienced anew, with possible shifts in meaning and perception.Maria Donata D’Urso’s Background
Maria Donata D’Urso, an artistic director, choreographer, and performer, was born in Catania and studied architecture and contemporary dance in Rome. She has lived in Paris since 1988, undergoing training in Chinese energy and working with various artists, including Christian Rizzo, Marco Berrettini, Hubert Colas, Paco Decina, and Francesca Lattuada.Founding of DisOrienta
In 2004, she established the structure DisOrienta to develop her personal projects, which are described as minimal, purified solos where the usual forms of space open to new perceptions. She is a laureate of the Villa Kujoyama in Kyoto (Japan) in 2012.Collaborators and Production Team
The revival of Collection particulière includes contributions from lighting designer Maryse Gautier, with Yannick Fouassier handling the lighting design for the revival, musical composition by Vincent Epplay, set design by Jerome Dupraz, and general management by Ludovic Rivière. Production manager Marco Villari is also involved.Production and Support
The production is managed by DisOrienta, with coproductions from Ménagerie de verre and La Chaufferie – compagnie DCA. The project received support from the DRAC Île-de-France Ministry of culture and communication, with residency accommodations provided by Ménagerie de verre and La Chaufferie – compagnie CDA. It is also presented with the support of Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
