In the duet *BirdsLAND*, the new dance theater piece by Cia. Nadine Gerspacher, dancers and choreographers Nadine Gerspacher and Jonathan Sánchez explore whether and how true joy can endure in challenging times.

This contemporary performance, inspired by the swing and tap dance styles of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, goes far beyond lighthearted entertainment, delving into profound questions about our humanity: What do we lose from our inner potential when we distance ourselves from spontaneity and authenticity? What connections with ourselves and others wither when we suppress the playful side of our nature?