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2/10/2002

Ludwig Foundation Prize

Ludwig Forum, Aachen

Prize for Innovation in the Performing Arts (Aachen) 2002 goes to Black Blanc Beur. The Prize is presented annually to renowned artists or artistic groups who have shown continued or exceptional innovation in areas such as dance/theatre, multimedia performance, music, video or ''live art''


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Ludwig Foundation Prize for Innovation in the Performing Arts (Aachen) 2002 goes to Black Blanc Beur

The first Ludwig Foundation "Innovation Prize" (Peter and Irene Ludwig Foundation) was awarded in 1995. The prize (Euro 10.000,- as of this year) is presented annually to renowned artists or artistic groups who have shown continued or exceptional innovation in areas such as dance/theatre, multimedia performance, music, video or "live art" (a committee of experts is invited to make the selection).

This year, the prize goes to the French dance company Black Blanc Beur. This company, under the direction of Christine Coudon and Jean Djemad, is largely responsible for the fact that Hip-Hop and Break Dance are no longer relegated solely to the 'street' - this phenomenon can now be seen in theaters and festivals of dance and dance theater everywhere. Black Blanc Beur have been on the cutting edge of innovation since their just legendary performance in a parking lot in St. Quentin-en-Yvelines with 40 dancers (!) in 1984. They were the first to invite choreographers of other persuasions to choreograph dances for them and to multicultural mixes and open up Hip-Hop to other influences. Their very original, highly-developed style has thrilled dance audiences around the world. With Blac Blanc Beur, the threads of many cultural tapestries, styles, rhythms and polyrhythms come together to form a whole. That they have bridged the gap between high and low culture and decidedly influenced a new generation of dancers and artists is incontestable.

On October 3, 2002, at 8 p.m., the company will receive the award from Prof. Irene Ludwig in the Ludwig Forum for International Art. Just back from an Asian tour, they will show two pieces, "Défilles" and "Break Quintett" (european premieres).

Supported by: Deutsch-Französisches Kulturinstitutes Aachen, Mercure Accor Hotels, SAINT-GOBAIN and the German radio station WDR 3.

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