While in battle I'm free, never free to rest

In an urban enclave, two different groups from different cultural backgrounds converge – street dancers and contemporary dancers. Each group embodies its unique rhythm and expression. Their encounter is marked by curiosity and a shared passion for movement. They tentatively approach one another, crossing borders with gestures, body language and styles. The meeting point becomes a sacred space where individuality is celebrated, and differences are embraced. This experience is novel for all dancers, pushing boundaries and expanding horizons.

Amidst this cultural fusion, the music of tanbur by Arash Moradi serves as a unifying force, both for dancers and the public, infusing the atmosphere with unfamiliar yet captivating melodies. Hooman Sharifi was born in Iran and arrived unaccompanied in Norway at the age of fourteen. His first experience of dance was in the world of hip hop and street. He graduated from the Oslo National Academy of the Arts in the year 2000 and has since made his mark as a political and dynamic artist.

Choreography & artistic direction: Hooman Sharifi
Music: Arash Moradi
Lighting and costumes: Hooman Sharifi
Artistic consultant: Brynja Pétursdóttir