In Destinies, Noa seeks to explore and engage with the fate of our ever-changing bodies. We seem to need markers and interruptions within the continuous flow of time. The encounter with the body and its transformation represents an encounter with fate, with limitation, with that which cannot be altered. By observing the unfolding destiny of the body over time, we can touch upon the dimension of time itself. Like the body, it is given to us as fate, and we engage in an ongoing, infinite spiritual dialogue with it.
Alongside the passing chain of time, there is a ritual—a fixed sequence that appears unchanging, its fate seemingly predetermined, like a self-fulfilling prophecy. Ritual is essential to us, embodying a sense of continuous existence—”going on being” (Winnicott)—and fostering belonging. Yet, while the ritual itself remains constant, our relationship to it evolves over the course of our lives.
Nine dancers of different ages explore the fate of our ever-changing bodies – Destinies honor and give voice to the beauty that emerges from different points along the body’s continuum through time.
Noa Zuk is a choreographer and a dancer based in Israel. She danced for twelve years with the Batsheva Dance Company, and since leaving the company over 15 years ago, Noa has established herself as a choreographer. Noa regularly creates independent work and creations for established companies in Israel and abroad. Noa is also a teacher of the Gaga movement language, holding masterclasses and workshops while teaching her repertory in Israel and internationally.
Choreography: Noa Zuk
Dancers: Oriya Nir, Kima Zuk Fishof, Noa Gronich, Chen Agron, Atalya Ben Dov, Andrea Constanzo Martini, Nira Triffon Galia Bever and Noa Zuk
Soundtrack Design and Dramaturgy: Ohad Fishof
Lighting Design: Dani Fishof
Costume Design: Eri Nakamura
Rehearsal Director: Matan David
Technical Management: Magenta
