Note of intent

Martin Harriague is one of the two winners of the First Classical & Neoclassical Young Choreographers’ Competition (Biarritz – 2016) in conjunction with the Centre for Choreographic Cooperation of Greater Southwestern France. He created Sirènes as part of this which is intended to include the repertoire of Malandain Ballet Biarritz. He was also chosen to be Artist in residence at the Biarritz National Choreographic Centre (“Associate Artist” measure put in place by the French Ministry of Culture) As a result, he is provided with long-term logistical support and advice. « I grew up by the sea, fascinated, and scrutinising the foam without being able to unravel its mysteries. What would I have sacrificed, what would I have learned, if a fatal pact had let me catch a glimpse of the abyss? It’s in this very ocean, both familiar and imaginary, that mermaids and humans play out their destiny. » Martin Harriague

Press

Martin Harriague […] undeniably a new up and coming talent.

Danse avec la plume, Amélie Bertrand •19 April 2018