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DADON Dance Company was founded in 2016 by Eyal Dadon and Tamar Barlev. The company's artistic team includes 12 dancers, artists, and unique designers. Already in its early years, the company managed to break into the consciousness of the contemporary dance scene in Israel and abroad, thanks to a distinctive movement language characterized by the dancers' ability to perform with inner strength, determination, and mental calm — all while enduring extreme physical conditions. This approach enables both intimacy and explosive power simultaneously. The fusion of these contrasts creates a deep connection to emotion, the body, and humanity.
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DADON Dance Company
Created in 2025
"In darkness reminiscent of the lowest points of the ocean, Something thick enveloping every bone, making movement and breathing difficult.
Every glowing spot could be a trap or your own tail.
The line blurs between a lip kiss and gaping jaws.
A forging fight is an act of love while a hug leaves behind only longing for warmth.
Only corals that have been stepped on can grow in the depths of the tar."
Itamar Jr. Azulay
TAR
Choreography & Concept | Eyal Dadon
Co-creator & Costumes | Tamar Barlev
Light | Felice Ross
Music | Gil nemet & Eyal Dadon
Mentoring | Igal Furman
Dancers | Roni ben Simon, Ori Ofri, Moran muller, Evyatar Omessy, Lisa McLaughlan, Or Sassi, Noam Sroka, Tamar Barlev, Gil Nemet
Eyal Dadon
Eyal Dadon’s artistic work is distinguished by an original movement language, an innovative approach to stage, music, and lighting design, and by intense emotional experiences. His works have earned prestigious awards both in Israel and internationally, including the Israeli Ministry of Culture and Sports Award for Contemporary Dance Creators (2024), the Jeong Mak Award in South Korea (2021), First Prize at the Hannover International Choreography Competition (2014), and the Yair Shapira Prize (2014).
Eyal has created works for leading dance companies and theaters across Europe, Asia, and Israel, including Aterballetto (Italy), Czech National Ballet, Hessisches Staatsballett (Germany), Gartnerplatz Theater Company (Munich), Gauthier Dance Company (Stuttgart), Thalia Theater (Hamburg), Xie Xin Dance Theatre (Shanghai), BJ9CDT (Beijing), Stanislavsky Ballet (Moscow), Chang Dance Theater (Taiwan), as well as prominent Israeli companies such as the Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company, Fresco Dance Company, Inbal Dance Theater, and the Jerusalem Dance Theater.
Eyal began his professional journey as a dancer with Kamea Dance Company under the artistic direction of Tamir Ginz (2008–2010), and later danced with the Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company under Rami Be’er (2010–2015). From 2015 to 2019, he worked as rehearsal assistant and soundtrack designer for the Kibbutz company.
Throughout his career, Dadon has danced and collaborated with leading choreographers such as Tamir Ginz, Eitan Sivak, Or Abohav, Rami Be’er, and Idan Sharabi.
In 2016, together with his longtime life partner Tamar Barlev, they founded 'DADON' Dance Company — an internationally acclaimed and active stage ensemble. In parallel with his work as an independent creator since 2011, he leads workshops around the world and teaches his own dance research, 'A.D.S.R.' Dadon also composes original music for his pieces, and continues to collaborate on creating the soundtracks for the Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company.
BETSALEL Association
Betsalel Association for Culture is a multidisciplinary, pluralistic home for artistic action, dedicated to promoting art as a social bridge between communities, cultures, and individuals. Founded by siblings Tom and Einat Betsalel, the association supports independent creators from all artistic disciplines, with an emphasis on multiculturalism, innovation, and community engagement. Its activities include performances, residency programs, community workshops, gallery exhibitions, and support for diverse populations—from people with special needs to marginalized groups.
The Company, led by Choreographer Eyal Dadon, is the leading dance initiative of the association. This dynamic collaboration was born from a shared commitment to creating groundbreaking, boundary-defying art that connects with diverse audiences. Together, they strive to make contemporary performance accessible to all—regardless of location or background.
The association provides a supportive and nurturing framework, offering the Company comprehensive professional and logistical backing. This foundation empowers the Company to deepen its artistic and social impact, expand beyond conventional limits, and establish itself as a pioneering force in the contemporary dance landscape.