Welcome to our presentation of The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. 

As we breathe life into Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece through the language of dance, we invite you to immerse yourself in the profound themes and enduring relevance of Hamlet in our contemporary world. Our journey in crafting this performance has led us to discover the universal struggles of power dynamics, betrayal, and inner conflict that still resonate deeply in today's society. Just as Hamlet wrestles with the complexities of justice, loyalty, and truth, we too confront similar dilemmas as we navigate the intricacies of our relationships, obligations, and moral decisions in the modern age.

Your presence among us tonight serves as a testament to the enduring impact of art in stimulating thought, eliciting emotions, and igniting dialogues. We hope our interpretation strikes a chord within you, prompting introspection and a newfound appreciation for the richness and complexity of this classic narrative.

I am immensely grateful for the exceptional cast, crew, and collaborators who have poured their hearts and souls into bringing this vision to fruition. Their dedication and talent have truly been the cornerstone of this production.

Thank you once again for embarking on this artistic voyage with us.

With heartfelt gratitude and admiration,

Guillaume Côté
Artistic Director & Choreographer

In the beginning were the words and the words became flesh

Hamlet is undoubtedly the longest and deepest play in the Shakespearean repertoire. But when we strip away the words, the skeleton still remains, and the meaning doesn’t disappear. We note with astonishment how the work exists beyond the literary.

Dance generates breath, energy, and gestures that can reveal hidden meanings concealed by the lyricism of the text. Dance gives the characters bodies, muscles, and flesh.

Our show brings together artists from different dance backgrounds. It is therefore composed of classical, contemporary, and even street-dance inspired lines, which replace the language levels usually characteristic of social classes.

Through the body, the work is embodied, literally. It becomes three-dimensional, magnifying passion, violence, and sensuality and is able to tell the story of this brilliant reflection on existence and the vagaries of indecision in a remarkable way.

Enjoy the show!

Robert Lepage
Director & Designer