Scapino Ballet Rotterdam Location

Company information

Company Place:
  • Scapino Ballet Studios Foundation Scapino Ballet Rotterdam, Eendrachtsstraat 8, 3012 XL Rotterdam, Netherlands
Company Address:
Foundation Scapino Ballet Rotterdam, Eendrachtsstraat 8, 3012 XL Rotterdam, Netherlands
Company Website:
Scapino Ballet Rotterdam
Company Email:
info@scapinoballet.nl
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About Scapino Ballet Rotterdam

Scapino Ballet Rotterdam is a city dance company founded in 1945 by Hans Snoek, Hans van Norden, Nicolaas Wijnberg and others to bring colour back to children affected by war. The company is financially supported by the City of Rotterdam and the Dutch Government. Scapino describes itself as the oldest touring dance company in the Netherlands and has been active for over 75 years. The company operates under the artistic direction of Nanine Linning, with Rob van Steen as managing director.

The company presents contemporary dance performances that merge dance with other art disciplines, couture, science, digital art and interactive technology. Productions address social themes and include works such as La Mer, Killing the butterfly, Double Helix and Anima Obscura. Scapino maintains a roster of 21 dancers and operates a Young Talents Program with five participants. The company also offers cultural education programmes, community art projects, repertoire workshops for schools through Scapino Academy, and neighbourhood initiatives in Rotterdam. In 2022, the company presented 81 performances across 10 productions, reaching over 52,000 visitors and engaging more than 63,000 participants in school-related cultural education activities.

Events Organized by Scapino Ballet Rotterdam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scapino Ballet Rotterdam?

Scapino Ballet Rotterdam is a city dance company founded in 1945 and financially supported by the City of Rotterdam and the Dutch Government. The company presents contemporary dance performances that merge dance with other art disciplines, couture, science, digital art and interactive technology, focusing on urgent social themes. It is the oldest touring dance company in the Netherlands.

Where is Scapino Ballet Rotterdam located?

Scapino Ballet Rotterdam is located at Eendrachtsstraat 8, 3012 XL Rotterdam, Netherlands.

What does Scapino Ballet Rotterdam offer?

The organization offers contemporary dance performances, a Young Talents Program for developing dancers, repertoire workshops for schools through Scapino Academy, talent development programs, community art projects, cultural education programs, and inclusion and diversity initiatives. The workshops provide students with insight into the life of a dancer and how a dance company works.

Who is Scapino Ballet Rotterdam for?

The organization's services are available to children, young people and adults. Schools can participate in repertoire workshops, Rotterdammers can engage in neighbourhood projects, and the company develops talent for choreographers and young dancers, both professionals and amateurs. Audiences can attend performances at theatres.

What ages, levels, or audiences does Scapino Ballet Rotterdam cater for?

The organization caters to children, young people and adults across all experience levels, from amateurs to professionals.

What opportunities does Scapino Ballet Rotterdam offer?

Yes, the organization offers a Young Talents Program for developing dancers and holds auditions for company positions. Audition announcements are published via the website, social media and other channels. The company employs professional dancers and provides talent development opportunities for young dancers and choreographers.

Does Scapino Ballet Rotterdam offer performances, competitions, or events?

Yes, the organization presents contemporary dance performances including productions such as La Mer, Killing the butterfly, Double Helix, and Anima Obscura. The company tours throughout the Netherlands and performs in Rotterdam and other locations.

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