14th edition of the International Festival of Contact Improvisation & Butoh in the French Province, in one of the most beautiful villages in France. A unique opportunity of immersion for 6 days and 35 participants, to deeply explore your dance and movement with quality workshops of Contact Impro and Butho, Composition, Jams, Underscore, Live music and Nature.
Where: Rustrel, France
When: 27 Octobre-1 November 2025
Deadline for applications: 27 Octobre 2025
This festival was born from the initiative of a brother and sister and their shared passion for dance. Each edition is rooted in Contact Improvisation, and every year we invite another dance form to enrich the experience. In this edition, we are delighted to include Butoh.
The festival brings together participants from many different countries, creating a unique cultural exchange through art, dance, and creativity.
Our Values
At the heart of the festival, we emphasize:
– Quality pedagogy – experienced facilitators guiding deep exploration of dance.
– An intimate group size – to foster genuine connections and community.
– Immersion in nature – surrounded by the beauty of Provence.
– Cultural exchange – meeting and learning from people of diverse backgrounds.
– Living the essence of Contact Improvisation and other dance forms – with openness, presence, and creativity.
– A spirit of research and discovery – both in dance and in life.
The Team
– Maki Watanabe (Japan) – Butoh dancer and teacher.
– Pep Nebot (Barcelona, Spain) – Contact Improvisation dancer, performer, and teacher.
– Mercè Nebot (Avignon, France) – Dancer and teacher trained in various free dance styles, including CI.
– Sébastien Prats (France) – Musician, live sound and improvisation.
– Silvia Sampons (Catalonia, Spain) – Our vegetarian chef, creating nourishing meals with local produce.
Intensive Workshops
– Contact Improvisation & Expanded Points of Attention – Pep Nebot
– Butoh Intensive: Dancing Like a Flower – Maki Watanabe
– Contact Improvisation: From Organic Movement to Connection – Mercè Nebot
Beyond the Intensives
– In addition to the workshops, participants will enjoy:
– Daily jams
– An Underscore session
– Dancing in nature
– A performance / improvisation score in the enchanting village of Rustrel
One thing is certain: we will dance a lot!
Discover more details and register on our website.
How to register:
To reserve your place you must register in the registration form and pay the deposit of €100 to confirm your reservation, and the rest can be transferred before the event or paid in cash on the first day of the event.
The transfer of the deposit can be made to a Spanish or French bank, or by Paypal.
Details in our link.
Costs for participants:
440 € with accommodation; 370€ without accommodation
Contact details:
Contact in Catalonia: Pep Nebot +34 685166358, info@emotionbodies.com
For further information, please visit https://www.emotionbodies.com/events/80-festival-contact-improvisation-provence-rustrel-autumn-2025.html
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