11-year-old Montreal krumper Adeline Kerry Cruz took part in the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. She looks back on this unique experience and tells us about her passion for krump, which she wants to share with a wide audience.
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Maud Le Pladec
Feat. Jr Maddripp
Silent Legacy
Relay set
Investigating transmission and affiliation, French choreographer Maud Le Pladec stages an intense encounter between krump and contemporary dance in this mirror portrait of two dazzling dancers, a surprise hit at the Avignon Festival.
Created in 2022, this show is on its final tour and will be presented for the very last time at Danse Danse.
WARNING: Stroboscopic effects
A child prodigy of krump, the fierce urban dance form that emerged in Los Angeles at the turn of the millennium, young Montrealer Adeline Kerry Cruz unleashes all the energy of her 11 years in a stunning first solo. With the help of her mentor, krumper JR Maddripp, she occupies the stage with astonishing ease, transported by the feverish score of Chloé Thévenin, a pillar of the French electro scene. She then passes the baton to Siaska Chareyre, an accomplished dancer with a brilliant command of contemporary dance styles and codes. Each carves her own path, delivering a powerful performance of impressively authentic dance. Silent Legacy weaves the invisible threads that connect these two uninhibited dancers from different cultures and generations. Fascinating.
A Word from Danse Danse
Good evening everyone,
It is with immense joy that we present Silent Legacy on this stage, a powerful work by French choreographer Maud Le Pladec.
Recently appointed director of the Centre Chorégraphique National – Ballet de Lorraine, Maud Le Pladec has also made a lasting impression as the Director of Dance for the ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Silent Legacy is a performance at the crossroads of two distinct choreographic worlds—contemporary dance and krump. This unexpected encounter comes to life through remarkable artists: the accomplished dancer Siaska Chareyre and the 11-year-old krump prodigy from Montreal, Adeline Kerry Cruz, joined by her mentor, the renowned krumper Jr Maddripp. Together, they weave a fascinating dialogue between different generations and choreographic aesthetics.
It is an honor for us to witness these artists at work on stage as they conclude their very last tour with this production. Yes, you heard that right—Montreal is the final stop on Silent Legacy's journey, and this week’s performances will be the very last opportunity to experience it live. Let’s share this unique moment together!
Enjoy the show!
Pierre Des Marais — Artistic and Executive Director, Danse Danse.
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Territorial Acknowledgement
Danse Danse acknowledges that we are gathered on the traditional and unceded territory of the Kanien’keha:ka Nation. We honour the continued presence of Indigenous peoples on the Tiohtiá:ke (Montreal) territory, which has long served as a meeting place for exchanges between nations. With respect for the links to the past, present and future, we thank the Indigenous peoples for reminding us of the importance of living in harmony with ourselves, with each other and with nature, and we are grateful for the opportunity to present works of living art at Tiohtiá:ke.
About the Work
“In Silent Legacy, the aim is to continue the exploratory work initiated with counting stars with you, delving into gender sociology, heritage, and dance culture. The piece takes the form of a duet between Adeline Kerry Cruz, a young krump prodigy based in Montreal, and professional contemporary dancer Siaska Chareyre. This project questions heritage and cultural transmission. Heritage, being both a gift and a debt, is anchored in the symbolic journey of the human experience.” — Maud Le Pladec, Choreographer.
Artist(s)
Choreographer
Maud Le Pladec
Her work has won numerous awards and distinctions: Prix de la révélation chorégraphique from the Syndicat de la critique française in 2009, Prix Jardin d'Europe in 2010, Chevalier de l'ordre des arts et des lettres in 2015.
Nicolas Despis
Choreographer
Jr Maddripp
Kevin Gohou, aka Jr Maddripp is considered one of the mentors and innovators of the Krump movement in Europe.
WMZ 360.
Credits
Silent Legacy
Duo for a 6 to 9 year-old child and an adult dancer.
Created the 20th of july 2022 at the Festival d'Avignon.
Conception, artistic direction and choreography Maud Le Pladec feat. Jr Maddripp. Solo Adeline Kerry Cruz Maud Le Pladec and Jr Maddripp. Solo Siaska Chareyre Maud Le Pladec and Audrey Merilus.
Choreography assistant Régis Badel.
Music composed, arranged, performed& produced by Chloé Thévenin.
Voice coach Dalila Khatir.
Musical dramaturgy assistant Pere Jou.
Dancers Adeline Kerry Cruz and Siaska Chareyre + guest.
Costume design Christelle Kocher – KOCHÉ.
Costume assistant Marion Régnier.
Lights and stage design Éric Soyer.
General manager Mélissandre Halbert.
Light manager Nicolas Marc.
Sound manager Vincent Le Meur.
Production and development A propic, Line Rousseau, Marion Gauvent.
Photos Alexandre Haefeli and César Vayssié..
Production Centre Chorégraphique National d'Orléans.
Co-productions Festival d'Avignon / Par.BL.eux, centre culturel canadien in Montreal (Quebec) / Chaillot – Théâtre National de la Danse with the support of Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels / Le Carreau Scène nationale de Forbach et de l'Estmosellan / La Comédie de Clermont-Ferrand scène nationale / Scène nationale d'Orléans / Les Halles de Schaerbeek Brussels (Belgium) / Ville de Fontenay-sous-Bois - Fontenay en scènes / Le Gymnase CDCN Roubaix Hauts-de-France.
Creative residencies Centre chorégraphique national d'Orléans / Théâtre d'Orléans in collaboration with Scène nationale d'Orléans / Par.BL.eux, centre culturel canadien, Montreal (Quebec).
The Centre chorégraphique national d'Orléans is supported by the Ministère de la Culture -D.R.A.C Centre-Val de Loire, the City of Orléans, the Région Centre-Val de Loire, and the Conseil Départemental du Loiret. It receives support from the Institut français - Ministère des affaires étrangères for its tours abroad.
César Vayssié. Dancer Adeline Kerry Cruz.
César Vayssié. Dancer Adeline Kerry Cruz.
César Vayssié. Dancer Siaska Chareyre.
César Vayssié. Dancers Adeline Kerry Cruz, Jr Maddripp.
César Vayssié. Dancer Adeline Kerry Cruz.
César Vayssié.
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