Skate Culture Meets Dance: Mette Ingvartsen's 'Skatepark' Launches Powerhouse Festival
The Powerhouse: International festival in Gowanus, Brooklyn, kicks off with Mette Ingvartsen's 'Skatepark', a unique blend of skateboarding and dance, showcasing the vast performing space of Powerhouse Arts.
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The Intersection of Skate and Dance
In an exciting fusion of two vibrant cultures, the Powerhouse: International festival is set to launch in Gowanus, Brooklyn, with 'Skatepark' by Mette Ingvartsen. This inaugural event promises to showcase not only the dynamic performance but also the expansive and versatile performing space of Powerhouse Arts.
About the Festival and 'Skatepark'
- Location: The festival will take place in the heart of Gowanus, Brooklyn, at Powerhouse Arts, highlighting the area's growing significance in the arts scene.
- 'Skatepark': This performance piece by Mette Ingvartsen is designed to bring together the thrill of skateboarding with the elegance of dance, offering a unique spectator experience.
The Significance of Powerhouse: International Festival
The launch of the Powerhouse: International festival marks a significant moment for Brooklyn's cultural landscape, as it aims to host a variety of performances that blend different art forms, from dance and theater to music and visual arts. By starting with 'Skatepark', the festival sets the tone for an innovative and inclusive celebration of art.
We celebrate Mette Ingvartsen's vision and the Powerhouse Arts' initiative in bringing such a distinctive event to the public, wishing them a successful and enriching festival that inspires a wide audience.