LAIKS DEJOT 2018

The Laiks dejot international contemporary dance festival took place from 2 to 6 June 2018, marking its 20th anniversary since starting in 1998 as a showcase of Latvian choreographers.

• The 2018 focus was on Latvian contemporary dance, highlighting the diversity of local choreographic work.

• The festival also featured guest performances from Lithuania, Estonia, and Finland, celebrating their centenary anniversaries alongside Latvia.

• The program included:

  • Latvian dance showcase

  • 4 international guest performances

  • Masterclasses for experienced dancers

  • Improvisation jam session

• Over the years, artists from nearly 30 countries have participated, including renowned names such as:

  • Tere O’Connor Dance, Anna Live Young (USA)

  • Ko Murobushi (Japan)

  • Francesco Scavetta, Haugen Productions (Norway)

  • Martin Schick (Switzerland)

  • Hillel Kogan, Yossi Berg, Oded Graf (Israel)

  • Editta Braun Company (Austria)

  • Helene Cathala (France) and many more.