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Fascination Sharks

Once again, director and choreographer Christine Maria Krenn (HELIX projects) will take the audience on a mesmerizing adventure, this time following in search of sharks, which are as feared as they are misunderstood.

Part 3 of the popular series of interactive dance performances based on Michael Stavarič and Michèle Ganser's latest book. A joint production by Christine Maria Krenn (HELIX projects, opens an external URL in a new window) & the JKU Circus of Knowledge)

A theatrical dance performance for all ages.

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dancing actors ©Nick Mangafas

Lizzy and Jonny, the two main characters in "The Octopus" and "The Jellyfish", have some fascinating questions they want answered: Is it true that sharks can fly? Why do they never, ever eat shark fin soup? What do cows have to do with sharks, and what is a revolver jaw? Is it true that the chances of a shark attack is 1 in 11.5 million, and that a Greenland shark's heart beats only once every 10 seconds?

Join us again as we take a fearless, but mindful, plunge into the depths of the ocean and enjoy a performance featuring a touch of humor, animated images, and fascinating stories.

Choreographer, director, participant   
Christine Maria Krenn (HELIX projects)
Music                                          
Martina Kneidinger al. Mintha
Sound                                               
Julius Zwirtmayr
Script/Performers                       
Christian Scharrer, Christine Maria Krenn
Lighting
Andreas Berhmani
Lighting, Animation & LED Technic, scenery
Bermo – Lichtkunst in Bewegung
In collaboration with Rafal Fresel and maker austria
Illustrations                                
Michèle Ganser
Shark                                           
Roger Titley

[Translate to Englisch:] Kinder tanzen [Translate to Englisch:] Darsteller*innen vor Aquarium

Dates & Times

Performances for School Classes

  • Monday, October 14, 2024 | 8.30 AM to 9:30 AM, and 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    (In cooperation with the Children's Culture Week Linz)
    after the second show: talk with Vice-Mayor of Linz Tina Blöchl and Julius Stieber, Director Culture & Education, City of Linz  (from 11 AM to 11:30 AM) 

    Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | 8.30 AM to 9:30 AM, and 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    (In cooperation with the Children's Culture Week Linz)

    Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 8.30 AM to 9:30 AM, and 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    (In cooperation with the Children's Culture Week Linz)
    after the second show: talk with Landesrat Stefan Kaineder (from 11 AM to 11:30 AM)

    Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 9.00 AM to 10:00 AM
    (In cooperation with the Children's Culture Week Linz)

    Friday, October 18, 2024 | 9.00 AM to 10:00 AM
    (In cooperation with the Children's Culture Week Linz)

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Performances Open to the Public

„I have never experienced such a unique combination of educational material, dance, music, and creativity (and I have often taken advantage of Linz’ cultural program with my classes for years now). The passion you bring to the topic is incredibly tangible, not only captivating audiences of young and old alike and conveying the love and appreciation for these unique creatures in an almost playful way, but also instilling your passion deep into the audience’s heart.“
Christine Aholor 
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