15 Nov (Wed)
Roberto Casarotto, Co-director of Aerowaves, will delve into the fascinating world of supporting emerging European dance artists. Aerowaves, a renowned network of dance professionals from 34 European countries, has been at the forefront of identifying the most promising new work by emerging dance artists and providing them with a platform to showcase their talent and gain international visibility.
Drawing from his extensive experience in the field, Casarotto will offer valuable insights into the challenges faced by emerging artists. Moreover, he will highlight the instrumental role played by Aerowaves in nurturing their talent and promoting their careers. From the meticulous selection process to the establishment of a touring network, Casarotto will provide an in-depth overview of the strategies employed by Aerowaves to identify and elevate promising dance artists.
Speaker:
Roberto Casarotto
Dance Activist & the Initiator of Dance Well
Moderator:
Prof. Anna CY Chan, Dean of the School of Dance, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
About Roberto Casarotto
Roberto Casarotto is a dance activist and the initiator of Dance Well. In 2006-2022 he has been responsible for the dance projects and programmes for the Centro per la Scena Contemporanea di Bassano del Grappa and Operaestate Festival Veneto, and has introduced several international initiatives aiming at developing the culture of dance, supporting artists' development and the engagement of citizens. He is, with Elisabetta Bisaro, Co-director of Aerowaves, and has been in dialogue and collaboration with many artists, institutions and organisations in Asia, America and South Africa over the last 15 years.
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Acknowledgement