World Cup victories for Danzhaus with gold and silver medals
In the recent Dance World Cup 2025, Tanzhaus Wuppertal made a significant splash, securing the world champion title in the Senior Large Group Contemporary category. The winning choreography, "A.verage T.rauma P.erspective" by Ates Kaykilar, was a bold, non-mainstream piece that resonated deeply with both the audience and the jury.
The 22-dancer strong group faced a challenging competition evening, with some dancers performing in multiple choreographies on different stages. Despite the tough competition, they emerged victorious, securing the highest score among 32 groups.
The success of "A.verage T.rauma P.erspective" was described as the result of intensive training over several weeks. Tanzhaus Wuppertal expressed pride in this performance as a deserved reward for the team's dedication and creative risk-taking.
While the thematic content and specific technical elements of the choreography were not detailed in the available sources, the emphasis on a courageous artistic approach suggests an innovative and emotionally impactful work.
Tanzhaus Wuppertal wasn't the only team from the dance school to shine at the Dance World Cup. The "Kids Company," a collaborative project between three dance schools, also achieved a good ranking in various categories. The dancers, hailing from Wuppertal, Dortmund, Wermelskirich, Erkrath, Duisburg, Haan, Remscheid, and Schwelm, started training together four years ago.
In the Junior Small Group Contemporary category, the winning choreography was titled "4ver&ever." This piece was praised for its bold, non-mainstream concept. Tanzhaus Wuppertal, Ballettschule International Solingen, and Tanzsportclub Dortmund secured the title of vice-world champion in this category.
The Dance World Cup 2025 saw over 8,500 dancers worldwide participating in the finals. With 45 participating nations, it mirrors the scale of the Olympic Games or World Championships in other sports. Other notable performances included Daina Bauer and Lea Muth, who achieved a good ranking in the Duo category.
The dance community is buzzing with excitement over Tanzhaus Wuppertal's success at the Dance World Cup. The school expressed joy over the success of the "Kids Company" and looks forward to continuing to push the boundaries of contemporary dance.
- After their victory in the Dance World Cup's Senior Large Group Contemporary category, Tanzhaus Wuppertal might look to the sports world for inspiration, aiming to replicate their success in other non-mainstream artistic domains.
- The dance community, much like the sports arena, experienced a sense of excitement and anticipation during the Dance World Cup 2025, mirroring the fervor seen during global sports events like the Olympic Games.
