A Home for Contemporary and Urban Dance
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Together under One Roof
The TANZ | MODERNE | TANZ Center will be the institutional heart of all our activities. It combines artistic production, education, health, inclusion and international exchange in one place.
As a center for contemporary dance, we will offer space for professional artists, up-and-coming talent and the wider public. It will be a place for research, education, participation and dialog - a combination of local engagement with international perspectives.
Central European Choreographic Center
Centre for Generational Dance
Performance and Excellence Centre for Breaking
Central European Choreographic Center
Centre for Generational Dance
Performance and Excellence Centre for Breaking
All three program areas are interlinked and reflect the values of the TANZ | MODERNE | TANZ Zentrum: artistic quality, accessibility, inclusion and international exchange.
Whether through professional artistic research, citizen participation or urban dance competence - the center will create a common space in which dance is lived as an artistic, social and democratic practice.
Central European Choreographic Center
Research, Creation & International Exchange
© Mouvoir
The Central European Choreographic Center will focus on artistic research, creation and professional development in the field of contemporary and urban dance art. It will support dance artists at different stages of their careers through international residencies, research phases and production processes. Artists will be provided with time, space and professional support to develop new ideas and exchange with local communities and international partners.
The program is closely linked to a growing European and international network that includes partner institutions in cities such as Düsseldorf, Mulhouse, Ljubljana and Manchester.
What this program offers:
- International artist residencies
- Artistic research and development phases
- Support with creation and production
- Vocational training and further education
- Exchange with international partner institutions
- A space for integrative and interdisciplinary artistic work
Who it is for:
Professional dance artists, choreographers and collectives who work in the field of contemporary dance.
and urban dance.
Centre for Generational Dance
Dance for All Ages and Life Stages
© Nasser Hashemi
Tanz der Generationen aims to make dance accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities - from early childhood to old age. This program sees dance as a tool for health, prevention, integration and social connection. It will offer a wide range of formats, from dance programs for young children and teenagers to dance for seniors, inclusive and therapeutic dance and intergenerational projects.
Dance is not only used here as an art form, but also as a means of strengthening physical and mental well-being and promoting community.
What this program offers:
- Dance for babies, children and teenagers
- Intergenerational dance formats
- Dance for adults and seniors (e.g. SilberTANZClub- Dance, Movement & Community for Older Adults)
- Inclusive and therapeutic dance
- Dance for health, rehabilitation and prevention
- Community dance and participatory projects
- Supportive environments for people with disabilities or chronic illnesses
Who it is for:
Children, young people, adults, senior citizens, families and people with different physical, mental or social needs.
SilberTANZClub- Dance, Movement & Community for Older Adults
The SilberTANZClub is an open dance and movement program for seniors, aiming to provide them with activity, social connection, and creativity. The program is being developed within the context of the diverse dance initiatives created as part of the European Capital of Culture Chemnitz 2025, and contributes to establishing sustainable movement offerings for seniors in Chemnitz.
What is the SilberTANZClub about?
SilberTANZClub offers weekly dance classes where participants of all backgrounds and physical abilities can explore movement in a safe and encouraging environment. The focus is on physical presence, flexibility, posture, breathing and social interaction. The aim is to promote well-being, strengthen body awareness and facilitate encounters through movement.
Experienced dance teachers lead the courses with a focus on mindful movement and communal experience. The program is designed so that participation is possible regardless of dance experience or physical ability.
The Silver DANCE Club is a regular, ongoing offering.
Who is it for?
Older adults looking to stay active, people who enjoy creative movement and social interaction, anyone interested in dance regardless of experience or physical ability, participants seeking a supportive and inclusive community
Alanna Miliauskiene
Impact
For many participants, the SilberTANZClub is much more than just a dance course. It offers: Improved physical well-being through gentle movement and balance exercises, mental and emotional enrichment through creative expression, social contact and community building across age and ability boundaries, opportunities for intercultural exchange and shared experiences, holistic promotion of well-being through the integration of body and mind in one activity.
Interested?
Interested parties can send us an email at verein(at)tanzmodernetanz(punkt)eu.
Performance and Excellence Centre for Breaking
Urban Dance, Training & Excellence
Mike Schwotzer
The Breaking Performance Center focuses on breaking as a high-level performance practice and integrative cultural form. The program supports young talents, aspiring professionals and experienced dancers through structured training, competitions, educational formats and international exchange. It also places urban dance in a dialog with contemporary dance, music, visual arts and urban society.
As a center of excellence, it will contribute to the professionalization and recognition of urban dance, while remaining true to its inclusive, community-based roots.
What this program offers:
- Training and support for young and aspiring breakers
- Performance and competition formats
- Training and professional qualification
- Breaking programs included
- Collaboration with DJs, musicians and graffiti artists
- Exchange between urban and contemporary dance practices
Who it is for:
Children, young people and adults who are interested in breaking and urban dance - from beginners to professionals.
Supported by TANZPAKT Stadt-Land-Bund with funds from the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.
Funded by TANZPAKT Stadt-Land-Bund with the support of the German Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.