Biennale Danza 2026: Time Does Not Exist
Saturday 18 July: Life Lines, a film installation from La Biennale’s Historical Archive (Arsenale - Sala d’Armi E, 11 am > 8 pm).
The 20th International Festival of Contemporary Dance runs from 17 July to 1 August 2026, directed by Wayne McGregor. The programme features daily events with soloists and international companies as well as the activities of the Biennale College Danza dedicated to specific training projects that are included in the Festival’s programme.
Wayne McGregor CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) is a British choreographer and director whose work encompasses a variety of genres including technology, visual art, film, opera and education. His productions are featured in the repertories of companies around the world, including Paris Opéra, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Ballet, and many others.
All the performances of the 20th International Festival of Contemporary Dance, TIME DOES NOT EXIST.
Talks with the protagonists of the Festival.
Meetings and a book presentation.
Film screenings featuring a tribute to Frederick Wiseman and Molissa Fenley.
Workshops open to the public and aimed at dancers with various levels of experience.
Chunky Move
Aakash Odedra Company
Tao Dance Theater
Melisa Zulberti
Sankofa Danzafro
Alan Lucien Øyen
Acosta Danza
Oona Doherty
Luna Cenere
