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BALLET & DANCE

FRIENDS OF FORSYTHE

SCHEDULE

  • Wed, 25 March 2026, 19:00
  • Thu, 26 March 2026, 19:00
  • Sat, 28 March 2026, 13:00
  • Sat, 28 March 2026, 18:00
  • Sun, 29 March 2026, 14:00
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2025/2026 SEASON

Japan Premiere

THE PIT

25 Mar - 29 Mar, 2026 ( 5 Performances )

Running time is approx. 60 mins (without an interval).
Booking Opens: Sat, 13 Dec 2025, 10:00am

DETAILS

In FRIENDS OF FORSYTHE, renowned choreographer William Forsythe collaborates with up-and-coming artists to create an experimental showcase of diversity and possibilities through physical communication on stage. It first premiered at the ZKM Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe in Germany. This work explores the origins of folk dance, hip hop and ballet, showcasing the diverse backgrounds and languages of the dancers through their physical communication on stage. In a captivating dialogue, the performers delve into the similarities and differences of these dance styles, celebrating the unique ways in which each style can be embraced and evolved.

CREATIVE TEAM & CAST

CREATIVE TEAM

Curated by William FORSYTHE and Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT
Choreography by William FORSYTHE, Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT, Matt LUCK, Riley WATTS, Brigel GJOKA and JA Collective ( Aidan CARBERRY, Jordan JOHNSON )
Technical Director: Niels LANZ
Tour management & Int. Distribution:
Plan B – Creative Agency for Performing Arts Hamburg

CAST

Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT
Matt LUCK
Riley WATTS
Brigel GJOKA
Aidan CARBERRY
Jordan JOHNSON

  • CREATIVE TEAM
  • CAST
  • William FORSYTHE
    William FORSYTHE
    Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT
    Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT

    ©Drew Dizzy Graham

    Matt LUCK
    Matt LUCK

    ©Drew Dizzy Graham

    Riley WATTS
    Riley WATTS

    ©Ian Whalen

    Brigel GJOKA
    Brigel GJOKA

    ©Julien Benhamou

    Aidan CARBERRY
    Aidan CARBERRY

    JA Collective
    ©Cathryn Farnsworth

    Jordan JOHNSON
    Jordan JOHNSON

    JA Collective
    ©Cathryn Farnsworth

  • Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT
    Rauf “RubberLegz” YASIT

    ©Drew Dizzy Graham

    Matt LUCK
    Matt LUCK

    ©Drew Dizzy Graham

    Riley WATTS
    Riley WATTS

    ©Ian Whalen

    Brigel GJOKA
    Brigel GJOKA

    ©Julien Benhamou

    Aidan CARBERRY
    Aidan CARBERRY

    ©Cathryn Farnsworth

    Jordan JOHNSON
    Jordan JOHNSON

    ©Cathryn Farnsworth

TICKETS

  • A
    ¥6,600
  • B
    ¥4,400
  • Z
    ¥1,650

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10:00 - 18:00

Booking Opens: Sat, 13 Dec 2025, 10:00am

Booking Z seats (Day tickets) 1,650 yen

  • You are able to purchase Z seat tickets online from 10:00 am. Click "BUY TICKETS" next to "Z" under each performance information.
  • There is a handling charge of ¥330 (incl. tax).
  • Only when seats allocated as Z seats are still available at 11:00 am, you are able to purchase these tickets at the Box Office of the theatre.
  • Note that all Z seats are on a first come, first served basis and will come with restricted views.

Concession Prices

Under 15s discounts and Z seats (Day Tickets) are available online. Other types of discount tickets are not available online. Please inquire at the Box Office or by telephone.

Please Note

  • Latecomers will not be admitted to the auditorium unless there is a suitable break or interval.
  • No admittance to pre-school children. Each child older than this age requires a ticket for entry, even when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Tickets may not be changed or refunded except in the case of a cancelled performance.
  • A special discount price is available for disabled guests. Please inquire at the Box Office for details.
  • Users of wheelchairs are requested to contact the Box Office.
  • Please note that cast or programme change may be required depending on the situation.
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