Oasis - Denden Karadeniz | Zero Dance Theatre

Captivating dance performance

In the captivating dance performance Oasis, choreographer/dancer Denden Karadeniz makes you think about your own oasis. Where do you find peace in this world, and can you be completely yourself?

It is an exhilarating experience that poses essential questions in a time of growing social complexity. Translated through a unique mix of diverse dance styles and dance backgrounds that come together in a very physical movement idiom.

Your own oasis is essential because being able to be yourself and express yourself seems to be getting harder and harder these days. In a world where we are constantly in contact with each other, division and individualism only seem to increase.

We are sometimes diametrically opposed, avoid mutual dialogue, are reactive and become bitter. Every person is different, but we all want to be ourselves in a safe and secure place.

About the creator

Artistic director/choreographer Denden Karadeniz started out as a breakdancer. After graduating from the dance academy, he continued his training in Los Angeles and Australia, where he immersed himself in the combination of breakdance and contemporary dance.

Denden showed his innovative vision to the general public during 'The Ultimate Dance Battle,' 'So You Think You Can Dance,' and 'Time to Dance.' He also performed in theatres with various urban and modern dance companies.

With his roots in the urban battle scene, commercial experience on television, and love for theatre, he carries his vision further with his own dance company, Zero Dance Theatre. Zero Dance Theatre is the first urban contemporary dance company in the Netherlands. The company brings a unique mix of dance styles and backgrounds that come together in a very physical movement idiom.