Francesco Curci, a versatile dancer and choreographer hailing from Italy, has carved a significant niche in the dance scene. His journey, marked by rigorous training and collaborations with renowned choreographers, has culminated in a multifaceted career.
Throughout his training and career, he has danced for numerous independent projects, working with choreographers of international renown. He has performed in works by Stephen Shropshire, William Forsythe, Regina Van Berkel, Conny Janssen, Itzik Galili, Vaclav Kunes, Michele Merola, Ton Simons, Enrico Morelli, Jan Martins, Isabelle Chaffaud, Jerome Mayer, and others.
Francesco has also danced in several contemporary companies, including MM Company and Astra Roma Ballet in Italy and Station Zuid, Holland Dance Festival, Dance Works Rotterdam, Project Sally Maastricht, and Conny Janssen Danst in the Netherlands. His performances have consistently captivated audiences, earning him recognition and accolades, culminating in a nomination for the prestigious Dutch dance prize, ‘The Swan 2013,’ in the ‘Most Impressive Dancers’ category for his role in Conny Janssen Danst’s ‘How Long Is Now.’
In addition to his performing career, Curci has been a faculty member of the Rosella Hightower PNSD in Cannes since 2014 and the artistic coordinator of the PNSD Rosella Hightower’s annual show since 2017. He is regularly invited to teach as a guest teacher in Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Italy.
Beyond his performing prowess, Curci’s passion for choreography has led him to create innovative and thought-provoking works. His choreographic style, characterized by expressive movement and emotional depth, has resonated with audiences. As a freelance choreographer, he has composed several pieces that have been performed in the Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain, Hong Kong, and Japan.
Francesco choreographs and dances in his latest solo, ‘Life, Death and Love’ (2020), a creation in collaboration with musician Raminta Neverdauskaite.
In 2021, Curci took a significant step in his career by founding AMORPHOUS DANCE COMPANY. This venture allows him to fully explore his artistic vision and create work that is both challenging and inspiring. With his company, he continues to push the boundaries of dance, exploring new themes and collaborating with talented artists from various backgrounds.
Beyond his dance career, Curci holds a degree in psychological and social research, demonstrating his intellectual curiosity and commitment to understanding human behavior. This unique combination of artistic and academic pursuits enriches his work, adding a layer of depth and thoughtfulness to his choreographies.
Francesco Curci’s journey is a testament to his talent, dedication, and unwavering passion for dance.
Francesco Curci, a versatile dancer and choreographer hailing from Italy, has carved a significant niche in the dance scene. His journey, marked by rigorous training and collaborations with renowned choreographers, has culminated in a multifaceted career.
Throughout his training and career, he has danced for numerous independent projects, working with choreographers of international renown. He has performed in works by Stephen Shropshire, William Forsythe, Regina Van Berkel, Conny Janssen, Itzik Galili, Vaclav Kunes, Michele Merola, Ton Simons, Enrico Morelli, Jan Martins, Isabelle Chaffaud, Jerome Mayer, and others.
Francesco has also danced in several contemporary companies, including MM Company and Astra Roma Ballet in Italy and Station Zuid, Holland Dance Festival, Dance Works Rotterdam, Project Sally Maastricht, and Conny Janssen Danst in the Netherlands. His performances have consistently captivated audiences, earning him recognition and accolades, culminating in a nomination for the prestigious Dutch dance prize, ‘The Swan 2013,’ in the ‘Most Impressive Dancers’ category for his role in Conny Janssen Danst’s ‘How Long Is Now.’
In addition to his performing career, Curci has been a faculty member of the Rosella Hightower PNSD in Cannes since 2014 and the artistic coordinator of the PNSD Rosella Hightower’s annual show since 2017. He is regularly invited to teach as a guest teacher in Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Italy.
Beyond his performing prowess, Curci’s passion for choreography has led him to create innovative and thought-provoking works. His choreographic style, characterized by expressive movement and emotional depth, has resonated with audiences. As a freelance choreographer, he has composed several pieces that have been performed in the Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain, Hong Kong, and Japan.
Francesco choreographs and dances in his latest solo, ‘Life, Death and Love’ (2020), a creation in collaboration with musician Raminta Neverdauskaite.
In 2021, Curci took a significant step in his career by founding AMORPHOUS DANCE COMPANY. This venture allows him to fully explore his artistic vision and create work that is both challenging and inspiring. With his company, he continues to push the boundaries of dance, exploring new themes and collaborating with talented artists from various backgrounds.
Beyond his dance career, Curci holds a degree in psychological and social research, demonstrating his intellectual curiosity and commitment to understanding human behavior. This unique combination of artistic and academic pursuits enriches his work, adding a layer of depth and thoughtfulness to his choreographies.
Francesco Curci’s journey is a testament to his talent, dedication, and unwavering passion for dance.
Experienced in commerce and business development, with expertise in purchasing, product marketing, and territory management. Holding a Master’s in International Commerce with a specialization in Purchasing, he combines strategic and operational skills to support businesses and clients in their projects. Since 2020, he has been a territory manager in the packaging industry, driving business development and providing tailored solutions to market needs. In 2021, he became president of the Amorphous Dance Company, deeply inspired by the choreographer’s work. In this role, he actively supports artistic creation and contributes to the growth of contemporary dance. He leverages his leadership and expertise to drive innovative and value-generating projects
Experienced in commerce and business development, with expertise in purchasing, product marketing, and territory management. Holding a Master’s in International Commerce with a specialization in Purchasing, he combines strategic and operational skills to support businesses and clients in their projects. Since 2020, he has been a territory manager in the packaging industry, driving business development and providing tailored solutions to market needs. In 2021, he became president of the Amorphous Dance Company, deeply inspired by the choreographer’s work. In this role, he actively supports artistic creation and contributes to the growth of contemporary dance. He leverages his leadership and expertise to drive innovative and value-generating projects
Embracing the Essence of Human Flesh through Somatic Movement
Célia, a former dancer with IT Dansa and Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), has reached the heights of contemporary dance. Trained in ballet and modern dance, she developed her technical skills and artistic vision through performances with renowned choreographers. Beyond the stage, Célia found a passion for somatic movement, emphasizing internal body experiences and mind-body connection. After retiring from performance, she began teaching, guiding others in discovering harmony between body and mind through workshops and personal mentoring. Célia also works as an assisting choreographer and participates in multidisciplinary art projects, collaborating with artists from various fields. She views dance as a universal language, capable of expressing profound truths and emotions through movement alone. Her commitment to bodily autonomy and the healing power of movement continues to inspire, creating a lasting impact on the dance community. In addition to her personal projects, Celia is now involved in new collaborations. She has joined the Amorphous Dance Company as assistant for the creation of ‘Rebound’.”
Embracing the Essence of Human Flesh through Somatic Movement
Célia, a former dancer with IT Dansa and Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), has reached the heights of contemporary dance. Trained in ballet and modern dance, she developed her technical skills and artistic vision through performances with renowned choreographers. Beyond the stage, Célia found a passion for somatic movement, emphasizing internal body experiences and mind-body connection. After retiring from performance, she began teaching, guiding others in discovering harmony between body and mind through workshops and personal mentoring. Célia also works as an assisting choreographer and participates in multidisciplinary art projects, collaborating with artists from various fields. She views dance as a universal language, capable of expressing profound truths and emotions through movement alone. Her commitment to bodily autonomy and the healing power of movement continues to inspire, creating a lasting impact on the dance community. In addition to her personal projects, Celia is now involved in new collaborations. She has joined the Amorphous Dance Company as assistant for the creation of ‘Rebound’.”
Emanuele Lucchisani is a composer specializing in original music for film, TV, video games, and choreography. His collaborations with choreographer Francesco Curci have resulted in a series of acclaimed works, including Anamnesis for the Zürcher Hochschule der Künste, Creatures for the Amorphous Dance Company, and Do You Believe in Unicorns for the Cannes Junior Ballet. They are currently working together on the original score for Rebound, an upcoming production by the Amorphous Dance Company.
Emanuele’s versatility extends beyond dance. He has composed award-winning music for films, including the haunting score for the horror short Bruises by Enrico Luciani, and the original soundtrack for the RainDance-selected comedy-drama short That’s The Dream. In 2024, he collaborated with renowned composer Stefano Lentini, contributing additional music to an upcoming RAI TV series. His work has been recognized in competitions such as the Indie Film Music Contest, where he received the Popularity Award for his re-score of The Secret Number by Colin Levy, and the SPRK Music Competition, where he earned a special mention for his re-score of Blender Animation Studio’s Spring.
Born in Naples, Italy, and classically trained with diplomas in piano performance and composition, Emanuele combines his rich musical heritage with a cinematic vision, crafting emotive works that resonate across mediums.
Emanuele Lucchisani is a composer specializing in original music for film, TV, video games, and choreography. His collaborations with choreographer Francesco Curci have resulted in a series of acclaimed works, including Anamnesis for the Zürcher Hochschule der Künste, Creatures for the Amorphous Dance Company, and Do You Believe in Unicorns for the Cannes Junior Ballet. They are currently working together on the original score for Rebound, an upcoming production by the Amorphous Dance Company.
Emanuele’s versatility extends beyond dance. He has composed award-winning music for films, including the haunting score for the horror short Bruises by Enrico Luciani, and the original soundtrack for the RainDance-selected comedy-drama short That’s The Dream. In 2024, he collaborated with renowned composer Stefano Lentini, contributing additional music to an upcoming RAI TV series. His work has been recognized in competitions such as the Indie Film Music Contest, where he received the Popularity Award for his re-score of The Secret Number by Colin Levy, and the SPRK Music Competition, where he earned a special mention for his re-score of Blender Animation Studio’s Spring.
Born in Naples, Italy, and classically trained with diplomas in piano performance and composition, Emanuele combines his rich musical heritage with a cinematic vision, crafting emotive works that resonate across mediums.
Patrick Massabo has been passionate about images since his earliest childhood. It was through drawing and painting that he learned to play with light. At the age of 18, he discovered photography and his camera has never left his side since. He has tried his hand at all the fields that this medium offers, portraits, landscapes, street, studio, performances…
He began to take an interest in the world of dance a little over 10 years ago, becoming passionate about the moving body and especially the aesthetics of contemporary dance. He then worked with various dancers, both amateur and professional, whether in rehearsals, performances or in the studio.
He met Francesco Curci 5 years ago and very quickly Patrick realized that their reflections, their sensitivities, their imaginations were linked by the same vision of art and more broadly of the world. It didn’t take more for a faithful and deep friendship to be born between them. It is with immense happiness that he is offered by Francesco to join his team within the Amorphous Dance Company, and to carry out captures and photographs for him. This is what he does today with as much passion and wonder as ever in front of these creations that never cease to question human beings in their relationships…
Patrick Massabo has been passionate about images since his earliest childhood. It was through drawing and painting that he learned to play with light. At the age of 18, he discovered photography and his camera has never left his side since. He has tried his hand at all the fields that this medium offers, portraits, landscapes, street, studio, performances…
He began to take an interest in the world of dance a little over 10 years ago, becoming passionate about the moving body and especially the aesthetics of contemporary dance. He then worked with various dancers, both amateur and professional, whether in rehearsals, performances or in the studio.
He met Francesco Curci 5 years ago and very quickly Patrick realized that their reflections, their sensitivities, their imaginations were linked by the same vision of art and more broadly of the world. It didn’t take more for a faithful and deep friendship to be born between them. It is with immense happiness that he is offered by Francesco to join his team within the Amorphous Dance Company, and to carry out captures and photographs for him. This is what he does today with as much passion and wonder as ever in front of these creations that never cease to question human beings in their relationships…
Trained at the Centre International de Danse de Cannes Rosella Hightower and the École de l’Opéra de Nice, she began performing at the age of 16 with the ballet corps of the Opéra de Nice. Between 1980 and 1983, she continued her training in Paris and collaborated on several choreographic projects that would definitively shape her interest in the experimental possibilities of contemporary dance. From 1984 to 1994, she worked with Patrick Tridon, a former soloist of the Ballet du XXe siècle, with whom she founded the ÉTAT DE RUE Company in 1995. In this project, she brought together artists from various disciplines (Dance, Theatre, Music, Circus), and as a dancer, she explored the worlds of performance and improvisation linked to street theatre.
In 2001, she joined the Système Castafiore Company as a performer, directed by Karl Biscuit and Marcia Barcellos. At the same time, from 1995, Joëlle Donati began teaching contemporary dance in training institutions and professional companies. She trained in the Feldenkrais Method, becoming a certified practitioner in June 2009. In September 2010, she joined the permanent teaching team at the École Supérieure de Danse de Cannes-Mougins Rosella Hightower, and later at the PNSD Rosella Hightower, as a contemporary dance teacher. In 2021, she also joined the team of Amorphous Dance Company as Secretary.
Trained at the Centre International de Danse de Cannes Rosella Hightower and the École de l’Opéra de Nice, she began performing at the age of 16 with the ballet corps of the Opéra de Nice. Between 1980 and 1983, she continued her training in Paris and collaborated on several choreographic projects that would definitively shape her interest in the experimental possibilities of contemporary dance. From 1984 to 1994, she worked with Patrick Tridon, a former soloist of the Ballet du XXe siècle, with whom she founded the ÉTAT DE RUE Company in 1995. In this project, she brought together artists from various disciplines (Dance, Theatre, Music, Circus), and as a dancer, she explored the worlds of performance and improvisation linked to street theatre.
In 2001, she joined the Système Castafiore Company as a performer, directed by Karl Biscuit and Marcia Barcellos. At the same time, from 1995, Joëlle Donati began teaching contemporary dance in training institutions and professional companies. She trained in the Feldenkrais Method, becoming a certified practitioner in June 2009. In September 2010, she joined the permanent teaching team at the École Supérieure de Danse de Cannes-Mougins Rosella Hightower, and later at the PNSD Rosella Hightower, as a contemporary dance teacher. In 2021, she also joined the team of Amorphous Dance Company as Secretary.
Michelle Salvatore was born in 1999 in Faenza, Italy.
She studied at PNSD Rosella Hightower under the direction of Paola Cantalupo for 8 years and graduated in 2020.
During her training and career, Michelle has worked with renowned choreographers such as Romeo Castellucci, Lucinda Childs, Thierry Malandain, Filipe Portugal, Emanuel Gat, Arthur Perole, Christophe Garcia, Davide Bombana, Nathanael Marie, and Eugenio Scigliano.
She has also performed at the prestigious Festival d’Art Lyrique alongside Italian theater director Romeo Castellucci.
In 2023, Michelle co-founded the dance school, “AnimArtemis,” based in Aix-en-Provence, with Khevyn Sigismondi, and began collaborating with the ZEO Company.
Most recently, she joined the Grenade Company for the new creation “Don Juan.”
Since 2021, she has been a dancer of the Amorphous Dance Company.
Michelle Salvatore was born in 1999 in Faenza, Italy.
She studied at PNSD Rosella Hightower under the direction of Paola Cantalupo for 8 years and graduated in 2020.
During her training and career, Michelle has worked with renowned choreographers such as Romeo Castellucci, Lucinda Childs, Thierry Malandain, Filipe Portugal, Emanuel Gat, Arthur Perole, Christophe Garcia, Davide Bombana, Nathanael Marie, and Eugenio Scigliano.
She has also performed at the prestigious Festival d’Art Lyrique alongside Italian theater director Romeo Castellucci.
In 2023, Michelle co-founded the dance school, “AnimArtemis,” based in Aix-en-Provence, with Khevyn Sigismondi, and began collaborating with the ZEO Company.
Most recently, she joined the Grenade Company for the new creation “Don Juan.”
Since 2021, she has been a dancer of the Amorphous Dance Company.
Sophie Larson (she/her) Sophie was born in 2003 in Salt Lake City, United States.
She began training and dancing competitively at a young age.
In 2022, Sophie moved to Switzerland to attend Zurich University of the Arts for contemporary dance.
While there, she had the opportunity to perform works by choreographers such as Marco Goeke and Nadav Zelner, as well as at the Holland Dance Festival and on tours across Switzerland and Germany.
Now in her third year at University, Sophie has the pleasure of interning with Amorphous Dance Company for the new creation “Rebound” while also pursuing additional projects in Switzerland and across Europe.
Sophie Larson (she/her) Sophie was born in 2003 in Salt Lake City, United States.
She began training and dancing competitively at a young age.
In 2022, Sophie moved to Switzerland to attend Zurich University of the Arts for contemporary dance.
While there, she had the opportunity to perform works by choreographers such as Marco Goeke and Nadav Zelner, as well as at the Holland Dance Festival and on tours across Switzerland and Germany.
Now in her third year at University, Sophie has the pleasure of interning with Amorphous Dance Company for the new creation “Rebound” while also pursuing additional projects in Switzerland and across Europe.
Joseph Chua Kok Chuan (he/him) Joseph was born in 1997 in Singapore.
He is a seasoned freelance contemporary dance artist based in Singapore with extensive experience in both performance and choreography.
Joseph has worked with the Korea National Contemporary Dance Company (KNCDC) and The Human Expression (T.H.E) Second Company, understudying various works for T.H.E Dance Company.
Additionally, he teaches at various local dance studios in Singapore, sharing his passion and joy for dance.
In September 2024, he joined the Amorphous Dance Company for the new creation “Rebound.”
Joseph Chua Kok Chuan (he/him) Joseph was born in 1997 in Singapore.
He is a seasoned freelance contemporary dance artist based in Singapore with extensive experience in both performance and choreography.
Joseph has worked with the Korea National Contemporary Dance Company (KNCDC) and The Human Expression (T.H.E) Second Company, understudying various works for T.H.E Dance Company.
Additionally, he teaches at various local dance studios in Singapore, sharing his passion and joy for dance.
In September 2024, he joined the Amorphous Dance Company for the new creation “Rebound.”
Kai Harvey (he/him) Kai was born in 2004 in Winchester, United Kingdom.
He is a London-based dancer and choreographer. A recent graduate of Rambert School, he is now a freelance dance artist.
Kai has collaborated with Olivia Jackson on a new production and has previously worked with the Russell Maliphant Company, Arthur Pit, and Robbie Ordona during his time at Rambert.
He specializes in contemporary dance, emphasizing continuous and flowing movement.
In September 2024, he joined the Amorphous Dance Company for the new creation “Rebound.”
Kai Harvey (he/him) Kai was born in 2004 in Winchester, United Kingdom.
He is a London-based dancer and choreographer. A recent graduate of Rambert School, he is now a freelance dance artist.
Kai has collaborated with Olivia Jackson on a new production and has previously worked with the Russell Maliphant Company, Arthur Pit, and Robbie Ordona during his time at Rambert.
He specializes in contemporary dance, emphasizing continuous and flowing movement.
In September 2024, he joined the Amorphous Dance Company for the new creation “Rebound.”
Jade Gourdon (She/her) Jade born in 2001 in Vannes, France, began dancing at age four. She discovered her passion in a local dance studio. It was in the dance studio that Jade truly found her place, where she could create her own world and express herself freely. At 14, she started formal training at the C.R.R of Châlons-sur-Saône and Dijon. Recognizing the need for a professional environment to further her training, Jade enrolled in the Conservatory of Paris, where she earned her dance diploma while completing her high school education.
Following these experiences, she was accepted into the professional program at the Area Jeune Ballet Dance School in Geneva, receiving a full four-year scholarship. During her time there, she worked with renowned choreographers on original pieces and restagings, performing in festivals across Switzerland, France, the UK, and Spain.
Jade’s repertoire includes solos by Edouard Hue, Ken Ossola, Blennard Azizaj, Yvette Reguiro, and Melissa Ellberger, as well as duets by Claude Brumachon and Gill Harush.
In addition to her formal training, Jade has collaborated with various choreographers and artists, including the Compagnie Julio Arozarena, photographers, and film directors such as Tanguy Delavet, Giovanni Camazzini, Grégory Batardon, and Alban Delachenal. In 2024, she joined the Amorphous Dance Company for their new creation, “Rebound.”
Jade Gourdon (She/her) Jade born in 2001 in Vannes, France, began dancing at age four. She discovered her passion in a local dance studio. It was in the dance studio that Jade truly found her place, where she could create her own world and express herself freely. At 14, she started formal training at the C.R.R of Châlons-sur-Saône and Dijon. Recognizing the need for a professional environment to further her training, Jade enrolled in the Conservatory of Paris, where she earned her dance diploma while completing her high school education.
Following these experiences, she was accepted into the professional program at the Area Jeune Ballet Dance School in Geneva, receiving a full four-year scholarship. During her time there, she worked with renowned choreographers on original pieces and restagings, performing in festivals across Switzerland, France, the UK, and Spain.
Jade’s repertoire includes solos by Edouard Hue, Ken Ossola, Blennard Azizaj, Yvette Reguiro, and Melissa Ellberger, as well as duets by Claude Brumachon and Gill Harush.
In addition to her formal training, Jade has collaborated with various choreographers and artists, including the Compagnie Julio Arozarena, photographers, and film directors such as Tanguy Delavet, Giovanni Camazzini, Grégory Batardon, and Alban Delachenal. In 2024, she joined the Amorphous Dance Company for their new creation, “Rebound.”
Ben Cimadamore (they/them) Ben was born in Racanati, Italy, on December 20, 2000.
Their dance journey began early at the Nasco Danza private school in their hometown. At thirteen, Ben joined the Académie Princesse Grace for two seasons, followed by the PNSD Rosella Hightower, where they graduated in 2021. That same year, they were also a member of the Cannes Jeune Ballet.
Following their graduation, Ben joined Sally Dansgezelschap Maastricht, initially as an apprentice and later as a company member under the direction of Stefan Ernst and Ronald Wintjens.
Ben is now a dancer of the Amorphous Dance Company, led by artistic director Francesco Curci, with whom they have previously collaborated.
Ben Cimadamore (they/them) Ben was born in Racanati, Italy, on December 20, 2000.
Their dance journey began early at the Nasco Danza private school in their hometown. At thirteen, Ben joined the Académie Princesse Grace for two seasons, followed by the PNSD Rosella Hightower, where they graduated in 2021. That same year, they were also a member of the Cannes Jeune Ballet.
Following their graduation, Ben joined Sally Dansgezelschap Maastricht, initially as an apprentice and later as a company member under the direction of Stefan Ernst and Ronald Wintjens.
Ben is now a dancer of the Amorphous Dance Company, led by artistic director Francesco Curci, with whom they have previously collaborated.
Tom Bellec (he/him) Born in 2005 in Bernay (France), Tom began his ballet and contemporary dance training in September 2016 at the PNSD Rosella Hightower in Cannes, France.
In February 2023, he won the Prix de Lausanne’s “Young Creation Award” with the choreography of Elena Dombrowski. Since 2022, Tom has participated in various projects with Francesco Curci and the Amorphous Dance Company.
Since August 2023, he has been a dancer of the Cannes Jeune Ballet and an intern with the Amorphous Dance Company. Today, Tom continues to work with both companies, performing as a professional dancer in the Amorphous Dance Company’s new production “Rebound” this season.
Tom Bellec (he/him) Born in 2005 in Bernay (France), Tom began his ballet and contemporary dance training in September 2016 at the PNSD Rosella Hightower in Cannes, France.
In February 2023, he won the Prix de Lausanne’s “Young Creation Award” with the choreography of Elena Dombrowski. Since 2022, Tom has participated in various projects with Francesco Curci and the Amorphous Dance Company.
Since August 2023, he has been a dancer of the Cannes Jeune Ballet and an intern with the Amorphous Dance Company. Today, Tom continues to work with both companies, performing as a professional dancer in the Amorphous Dance Company’s new production “Rebound” this season.