Background:
The company was formed in Barcelona in 1994 in the context of globalization. It was selected to form part of the stage arts market of the apap in New York, took part in the three México: Puerta de las Américas festivals, in 2005 it participated in Jacob’s Pillow, the oldest and one of the most important festivals in the United States, and in 2008 formed part of the Festival Internacional Cervantino (the International Cervantes Festival). The company is a member of the México en Escena program and has been honored with the Premio inba-uam and the Premio Iberoamericano de Coreografía in Havana, Cuba. In addition, the company’s director, Jaime Camarena, has been a member of the Sistema Nacional de Creadores since 2006.

Important Productions:
Amor Udri, Las criadas and La fiesta de los bárbaros, among others.

Current Repertoire:
El tiempo en las orejas largas, a show for children that recreates a literary classic: Alicia en el país de las maravillas (Alice in Wonderland).

Press Comments:
“El tiempo en las orejas largas is a respectful dance spectacular for children that helps the public to recover its imagination. With his rewriting of Carroll’s story, Camarena has produced a work that captivates the young audience and anyone who sees it. The choreographer orchestrates a show in which all elements are in perfect harmony." Manuel Stephens, La Jornada.

“Camarena has an original voice and a great ability to integrate his ideas into a uniform style. A Poc A Poc is making a strong debut in the United Sates […] and the growing sophistication and mastery of his recent works indicate a promising future when compared with his previous efforts […]”. Connell McGrath, Newberkshire.

Number of participants: 7

Space Required: Italian style forum

Stage Measurements: 10 x 10 meters