Cape Town is gearing up to pulse to the rhythm of a global dance dialogue as ACDC Dance Intersect 2025 takes centre stage in early October.
A cross-cultural celebration of classical and contemporary ballet, this landmark event brings together international and South African dance companies for a series of performances from Thursday 2 to Saturday 4 October at the Artscape Theatre.
At the heart of Dance Intersect 2025 is a spirit of artistic exchange. This year’s event brings the Greek National Opera Ballet to South Africa for the first time, alongside acclaimed choreographers and companies from the Netherlands, Brazil, and across Africa.
Choreography
Produced by South African Elvis Sibeko, Dance Intersect 2025 is an initiative by internationally acclaimed choreographer Anderson Carvalho — the Netherlands-based founder of Anderson Carvalho Dance and Choreography (ACDC) — and transcends borders to unite audiences and artists alike through the universal language of dance.
“Dance Intersect is not just a performance — it’s a meeting point for cultures, ideas, and bodies in motion,” says Carvalho, whose choreography fuses his Brazilian roots with classical and contemporary forms.
“We are here to spark new conversations through movement — the cross-pollination of dance techniques, stories, and perspectives .”
Anderson Carvalho
Audiences can look forward to a rich and diverse repertoire, ranging from neoclassical pieces and Afro-contemporary fusions to avant-garde ballet that explores themes of identity, transformation, and unity.
Programme highlights include:
- The South African premiere of Fragmented Landscape — a bold co-production between ACDC and Dutch company DOX, choreographed by Carvalho, featuring a diverse ensemble of South African and international dancers.
- The first local performance by the Greek National Opera Ballet, bringing classical excellence and Mediterranean artistry to the Cape Town stage.
- A moving contemporary showcase by Cape Town’s New World Dance Theatre.
- A brand-new choreographic work by guest choreographers Chesney Stanfield and Emile Petersen, exploring fresh narratives through innovative movement.
Beyond the stage, ACDC Dance Intersect 2025 will host open rehearsals, public masterclasses, and school outreach sessions — bringing young dancers, students, and dance lovers closer to the process of creation and the power of collaboration.
.*Tickets range from R150 to R400. Book via Webtickets or Artscape Dial-A-Seat on 021 421 7695.
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