ROHM Theatre Kyoto Program
〈10th Anniversary Program〉
Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch
“Sweet Mambo” a piece by Pina Bausch
2025.11.21 (FRI) – 11.22 (SAT)
Dance Main Hall
Photo: Karl-Heinz Krauskopf
Pina Bausch’s final work, lovingly revived by beloved dancers from her company!
Information
2025.11.21 (FRI) – 11.22 (SAT)
7PM on Friday November 21,
3PM on Saturday, November 22
* The venue opens 1 hour before the start of the performance.
Venue : Main Hall
Performance Time：140 minutes (intervals included)
About
Credits
Directed and choreographed by Pina Bausch (2007 Kyoto Prize in Arts and Philosophy)
Performed by Tanztheater Wuppertal
World premiere: May 30, 2008, Schauspielhaus Wuppertal, Germany)
Photo: Wilfried Krüger
Pina Bausch
Born in Germany in 1940, Pina Bausch studied dance under Kurt Jooss at the Folkwangschule. She staged her first work, Fragment, in 1968. In 1971, she was invited to choreograph for the Wuppertal Ballet and was appointed its artistic director in 1973. The company was subsequently renamed Tanztheater Wuppertal and staged many innovative and shocking works that transcended the conventional notions of theatre and dance. Her major works include The Rite of Spring, Café Müller and Kontakthof. By demonstrating the diversity and possibilities of dance, Bausch’s work has had a significant influence on later generations of choreographers. In 2007, she was awarded the 23rd Kyoto Prize in Arts and Philosophy as “a choreographer who has broken down the boundaries between dance and theatre and pioneered a new direction for theatrical art.” Bausch died in 2009.
Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch
Comprising dancers from around the world, Tanztheater Wuppertal gained international renown after Pina Bausch became artistic director in 1973, and established its signature Tanztheater (literally, “dance theatre”) style fusing the two mediums. It has undertaken numerous international co-productions in other cities and countries, and left an indelible mark on the performing arts. Following Bausch’s death, the company has carried on her legacy by actively engaging in staging productions and with whom it is now creating and staging new works. Starting with its inaugural visit in 1986 with Kontakthof, Tanztheater Wuppertal’s previous tours to Japan include Nelken (Carnations) (in 1989) and On the Mountain a Cry Was Heard (in 1993) at Kyoto Kaikan’s Hall 2. ‘Sweet Mambo’ marks the company’s first performances in Kyoto in thirty-two years.
Flyer
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Presented by
ROHM Theatre Kyoto (Kyoto City Music Art Cultural Promoting Foundation), Kyoto City
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Special Sponsorship by
Inamori Foundation
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Co-presented by
Saitama Arts Theater (Saitama Arts Foundation)
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Supported by
the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan in the fiscal
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Nominal support by
Consulate-General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Osaka-Kobe
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Goethe-Insitut Villa Kamogawa
Contact
ROHM Theatre Kyoto TEL.＋81 75-771-6051
Tickets
Ticket Prices
Reserved seatingS seat: ¥12,000 (Club Members: ¥10,800)
A seat: ¥8,000 (Club Members: ¥7,200)
S seat 25 and Under: ¥5,000
18 and Under: free（reservation required for After School program）*in preparation A set ticket with Cloud Gate Dance Theatre's performance "WAVES" (12/17) is available. （S seat: ¥15,000） * No admission permitted for pre-school children. Please scroll down to the bottom of this page for the information on babysitting services.
Pre-release
2025.7.5 (SAT)
Advance ticket sales for members
Available for: Kyoto Concert Hall, ROHM Theatre Kyoto Club, Friends of City of Kyoto Symphony Orchestra
More information on becoming a club member, supporter, or partner (perks include early access for ticket reservation, special discounts, etc.) here
Tickets on Sale
2025.7.12 (SAT)
Tickets Available from
- ROHM Theatre Kyoto Online Tickets
- ROHM Theatre Kyoto Box Office［TEL.075-746-3201 (10:00～17:00、Open year round (except when closed for temporary closing dates, etc.))］
- Kyoto Concert Hall Box Office［TEL.075-711-3231 (10:00～17:00 closed on the 1st and the 3rd Mondays, and the following Tuesday in case 1st or 3rd Monday is a national holiday) ］
Accessibility
Accessibility
We have the following support for the audience.
■For the audience members using wheelchairs
There are limited number of seats for wheelchairs available for this performance. Please also consult us about the helpers’ seats.
For application and inquiry: ROHM Theatre Kyoto Box Office TEL.075-746-3201
Accessible parking space is also available, as well as rental wheelchairs.
For application and inquiry: ROHM Theatre Kyoto TEL.075-771-6051
Babysitting Services
Babysitting is available for audiences with young children so that they can better enjoy performances. Information on how and when to reserve will be available here.
Dates and times:
3 PM on Saturday 22 November, 2:00PM until 15 minutes after the end of the performance.
Deadline for applications:
Saturday 15 November
■Application Form
https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/a2aba81b295724
For ages: from 3 months up to school age
Fee: ¥1,000 (per person and performance)