It is strange to think we are almost never busy with the practice of breathing. We take breathing, the simplest and most basic action in our lives, for granted. Choreographer Daniel Barkan wants to challenge that.
Neshima is Hebrew for breathing. During the covid pandemic, Daniels interest in the subject grew. By wearing a mouth mask she was constantly aware of her breathing and the intensive effort it required. Neshima pays attention to the physical limitation and the desire for breathing space.
The dancers start the performance with a search for oxygen. Covered by several layers of clothing/fabric, they are restricted in their freedom of movement. They are busy getting oxygen both physically and mentally through various means. Along the way they experience extreme, humorous and emotional situations. They help each other and fight each other for the last bit of oxygen. They sing, talk and dance on stage, seeking freedom.
Choreographer - Daniel Barkan Dancers - Lazy Susan & Co Head production - Danique Jongbloed Creative producer - Hanne Blomme Composer - Enrico Meijer Supported by - Gemeente Arnhem, Prins Bernhard Gelderland, Vrienden van theater, Misiconi Dance, Korzo, Theater aan de Rijn.
Daniel Barkan is a contemporary dancer, performance artist, and choreographer. In 2008, Daniel graduated high school with a minor in biology and dance. It’s been since then that she’s found an interest in the two fields and their connection. In 2017, Daniel received a Bachelor of Dance Degree at Artez in 2017. Daniel has performed works for Jan martens, Nicole Beutler, Wubkje Kuindersma (Korzo), Joseph Simon (Dansateliers). Besides being a performer, Daniel has also developed her own choreographic works in recent years. Formerly known under the name CollectivePRIME, Daniel often joins residencies and performs her own work at numerous dance/performance art festivals.
