International Contemporary Evening

William’ s Women

Choreography: Simona De Tullio
Dancer: Ilaria Lariola
Photo: Clarissa Lapolla
Music: Ivan Iusco


“William’s Women” is a new production by The Breathing Art Company. It is focused on the role of the female characters in the works of Shakespeare and its reflection in today’s society.

Despite their differences, all of Shakespeare’s women are connected by a common issue – the consequences of the love choices that they have made. Juliet, Ophelia, Lady Macbeth and Desdemona- all of them went too far in the name of love. The question is, was it worth it?
In her new piece, Simona De Tullio explores the excess of love that each of these characters went through. When does love become destructive? When does a character lose their sense of reality? When do all these women realize that they are the victim of themselves, of their own choices? And once they have discovered this, why do they suffer through it again and again?


Following the thread of these women’s lives, one can clearly see that each of them, Juliet, Ophelia, Lady Macbeth and Desdemona were victims of violence and abuse. While the issue may seem fictive, 35 per cent of women worldwide do experience physical or sexual violence at some point in their lifetime. Daily, thousands of women are suffering physical and mental domestic abuse yet a high percentage of such cases remain unreported. It is the reality of the 21st century. Women of today have not moved far from the women of Shakespeare. They are still judged by her love choices, subjected to physical and mental abuse and are not shown justice in challenging situations.
Ilaria Lacriola will present on stage Desdemona’s world.

Breathing Art Company

The Breathing Art Company was founded in 2005 by Simona DeTullio. Since its inception it has distinguished itself nationally and internationally. Its goal is to be involved in the fields of theatre production, as well as other cultural activities not directly related to the performance , and to organise, produce and present shows.
All activities the company engages in have the backing and support of Bari Municipality and Region of Puglia.
In 2008, it was officially recognised by Region of Puglia and has since then been included in the official register of artistic companies. Since 2009 The Breathing Art Company has also organised the "Ai Confini Del Corpo" festival in association with Region of Puglia and the Bari Tourism Department.
Since 2009 The Breathing Art Company has been in collaboration with the Tanzcompagnie di Giessen (Germany) and the Ballet METT di Hahn (Germany) for cultural exchanges and international projects.
In 2010 the company creates the International Dance Competition “San Nicola” with international partnerships and scolarships: Alonzo King LINES BALLET (USA), Tanzcompagnie (Germany), Ballet METT (Germany), Henny Jurriens Foundation (Netherlands), Ballet de Genève (Switzerland), Danser Ensemble (France), Malta's University, World Dance Movement (Italy), Albania Dance Festival, Miami’s universities, Jchen Project NYC .
In 2015 the company starts to work in Usa presenting projects and productions supported by FSC Cohesion Funds, European Union, Puglia Regional Government, Teatro Pubblico Pugliese.

The second part of the evening will be presented by three hungarian dancers. The choreographer is: Boglárka Kiss

Isha

Doing what is being done through us.
Letting it happen by itself.
Without struggle or effort, by gently immersing ourselves in the pond of unity, neutrality, silence.
Allowing ourselves to walk our own path. With light, nimble, natural steps.
Do we have any help in this?
We have received beautiful toys to play with: a body, a soul, a mind. But do we allow our spirit, this eternal jester to play unrestrained? Do we join its rapturous play?
Are we silent enough to hear this inner voice? Are we courageous enough to see our eternal compass, our inner light?
By taking the above questions as guidance, the performance explores how one relates to one’s self.