Nomadic Dance Collective shares the creative process of three different dance forms to connect deeply to the self and to search for our common ground in embodiment, a resonance between the inside and the outside world. 
We reunite to generate a common field of exchange and to forge a shared platform of creativity. A new gestalt. Emphasizing the essence of the creative process, this residency is dedicated to holding space for site-specific experiences.

Picture yourself journeying to Zlarin Island via ferry from Sibenik — an enchanting coastal town nestled between Zadar and Split — and slowly immersing into an archipelago of coasts and shapes. The breath of the sea. The whispers of the wind. The feeling of having embarked for the unknown, an unknown full of exciting premises. Arriving on Zlarin feels akin to entering another world, where time slows down and space opens up: car-free, eco-friendly, historical sites and natural bliss. With over half of the island remaining wild, with pine forest and rocky ancestral trails, Zlarin offers a canvas for profound exploration.

Throughout the residency we will propose to explore the concept of the human being as an island; yet interconnected with all the rest of the living. Through somatic and movement practices we want to open dialogues with natural elements and their embodiment. To inhabit and to be inhabited, to move and to be moved. Touching on themes such as tides, nest, walk, sleep, dream we will explore how interactions between natural sites and fundamental ‘actions’ intersect with our conscious and unconscious realms.

We call these days together ‘a residency ’ for its immersive nature. This experience is also an invitation to share inquiries, discoveries and insights, fostering a supportive and collaborative community. Through shared movement explorations, we invite participants to reflect on their contributions and aspirations for this collective endeavor.