Contemporary dance artists perform in the hub of the University of Guelph.

CHIMERA PROJECT [Toronto]
BLOOD (excerpt)

"The wellspring of Blood is the lust for intense experiences....Blood is as disturbing as it is mesmerizing, as physically challenging as it is intellectually provocative."
---- The Globe and Mail

The Chimera Project continues its physical and sensual assault with it's newest creation BLOOD. Acts of tenderness collide with feats of violence in Nowacka's trademark choreography; and in this dark and dangerous exploration of urban mythology. Touted as one of the hottest names in contemporary dance in Canada, Malgorzata Nowacka's work is as unsettling as it is spellbinding.

Powerful, risk-taking and fiercely contemporary, The Chimera Project creates visceral theatre experiences that break down the social veneer between audience and performer. Founded in 1999 by award-winning choreographer Malgorzata Nowacka, The Chimera Project confronts the audience with high-octane physicality, ferocious technique and darkly gritty themes. The choreographic works are immersive and exciting journeys that assault the senses.

The company’s performances in Toronto and throughout Canada have earned it critical and audience acclaim. The immediacy, athleticism and urban themes of the company resonate strongly with youth and general audiences. Repeatedly listed nationally as one of the Top Ten Performances of the Year by The Globe and Mail and locally in Toronto’s Now Magazine, The Chimera Project has made a distinct mark on the Canadian dance front. Exploring the paradoxes and underlying tensions of contemporary society, Artistic Director Malgorzata Nowacka’s choreography is complex, cinematic, dangerous and beautiful. Her artistic vision drives the company’s activities in creation, performance and production, film and education.

Relentless, dark and sexy, The Chimera Project continues to push the boundaries of contemporary dance in Canada.