Le Voisin

DEAR SON,

Choreographers and dancers Simone Repele and Sasha Riva build a story of love, hope and memory.The loss of a child suddenly changes the perception of time. “Dear Son”, is a story of love, hope and memory that transcends death and the barriers of time and space. The piece presents a family portrait where the son decides to go to war. Using flashbacks, the past illustrates projects of a lifetime – the present seems to be frozen, pain is silent and the mother is trying to write a letter to her son, still waiting for his return – in the future,…

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Description

« Dear Son, » the new dance show by Riva & Repele featuring Parvaneh Scharafali.

Using dance as a medium, this artistic experience invites the audience to reflect on the fragility of life. In a contemporary society marked by the persistence of war and its consequences, the aim is to create a space for reflection where love and memory transcend death.

A piece that goes beyond words, showing the complexity of emotions related to both personal and universal experiences. The dancers illustrate the unconditional love that exists between a parent and their child. In terms of education, the performance raises awareness about the impact of the realities of war on current and future generations. It is a way to address contemporary issues, promote peace by giving a voice to victims and witnesses, and most importantly, contribute to the evolution of society towards a more peaceful world.

Credits
Choreographers: Simone Repele & Sasha Riva
Dancers: Parvaneh Scharafali, Sasha Riva, Simone Repele
Drawings: Gu Jiajun (with the help of Adèle Vettu)
Lighting: Yvan Cavazzana
Production: Riva & Repele and Le Voisin
Co-production: Orsolina 28 and the Centre des arts de l’Ecolint
Support: Loterie Romande, Anne-Marie Schindler Foundation, and Swiss Foundation for Performers (SIS)