Unease - De Nieuwe Vorst

In her latest dance performance Unease, choreographer Jelena Kostić explores different forms of human discomfort: physical, mental and social. What do we as humans prefer to look away from? What situations do we prefer to avoid? Why do we place such a premium on comfort and ease, and what happens when we actually engage and embrace discomfort?

Unease begins in the theater's foyer, when the audience is still having a drink and walking in. Performers contort themselves and assume uncomfortable poses that are in stark contrast to those of the audience. And then the audience is ushered into a special setup in which the dancers show the audience in an immersive and intimate choreography how embracing discomfort can actually lead to surprising experiences, growth, and new insights.

Choreographer Jelena Kostić is known for her visually and physically powerful style, with which she digs deep into the courage and fallibility of human beings. With every movement she creates, she questions our conceptions of success, happiness and fear. In Unease, she lets her visitors move in space(s) as she and her dancers will try to get under their skin. An intimate, immersive and thoughtful experience with influences of psychological thrillers.