Already in its 6th edition, the Território program, dedicated to young dancers aged 14 to 18, invites choreographers of unquestionable international relevance, giving several talented dance students the opportunity to work with and learn from renowned artists.
Each year, EVC invites one acclaimed and one emerging choreographer to lead the program. Featuring the presentation of a new creation, a must-see reprise, and the premiere of a short film by a promising young director, this year the program is honored to welcome choreographer duo Sol León & Paul Lightfoot, choreographer Douglas Lee, and director Mário J. Negrão.
The young dancers will have the chance to benefit from the knowledge and aesthetic vision of the guest choreographers, in a professionalizing experience that promotes a diverse and inclusive outlook.
In Territory VI, Sol León & Paul Lightfoot travelled to Portugal for the first time to rehearse and present a reprise of the reference piece Sad Case, performed by the participants. Besides the learning process with the Dutch duo, the dancers are being choreographed by Douglas Lee, who is presenting a new work as part of the program. Finally, while the young dancers inhabit EVC and give their best, director Mário J. Negrão follows the process of creation and rehearsals, to make a short film that reflects his vision on the program and these young people's journey throughout several weeks. The shooting, directing and editing of the short film takes place during the creation phase.