Elevated

An enduring choreographic event celebrating the richness of human diversity.

Even amid profound challenges, certain abilities and possibilities persist in everybody. These can appear as sparks of creativity, flashes of emotional connection, or moments of clarity that defy the limitations people are forced to face. In the tapestry of human experience, it serves as a testament to our complex and multi-layered nature. They are a reminder that regardless of the extent of individual limitation, there is an innate capacity within people for expression, connection and unique forms of contribution to the variability of the world around. That is why recognizing and nurturing them is so important. By focusing on them, people can cultivate an environment that allows their unique potential to be harnessed.

Elevated is a metaphor for the human spirit's ability to overcome limitations and elevate itself to a state of resilient fragility. It emphasizes the positive and inspirational aspects of human existence. There are times when people feel like they've grown wings. Moments that they celebrate to foster a more inclusive and compassionate society that values the richness of human diversity.

The work is part of Dance Well, a European project supported by the Creative Europe program of the European Union, focused on dance for people with Parkinson's disease or similar mobility disorders. The project is also intended for everyone interested in self-care and social cohesion. The Dance Well community meets regularly for lessons led by specially trained professional contemporary dance artists. Elevated is the next step of this artistic activity. Choreographer and dancer Jaro Viňarský was invited to create the choreography.