Panama Pictures

Dynamic, unpolished and at times spectacular, but also vulnerable and intimate. Panama Pictures makes performances on the cutting edge of dance and circus in which the disciplines blend effortlessly with one another and personal stories literally start to move.

The work of choreographer Pia Meuthen is characterized by the ease with which she weaves dance and circus into a new physical language that embraces acrobatics, but does not emphasize its technical prowess. Her choreographies appear casual with an unobtrusive style of direction, but everything is precisely set. Every movement is carefully chosen and composed in such a way that it appears to have been created on the spot, as if the story is unfolding by itself. In her productions, the audience shares her view of social codes and human relationships. She depicts worlds that are recognisable to the viewer, but also allow for their own interpretation. Pia Meuthen finds her inspiration in literature, sociology and in close collaboration with her cast.

Each year Panama Pictures produces a full-length performance that travels nationally and internationally to theatres and festivals. In addition, the company makes short works that play on diverse locations outside the theatre.

Panama Pictures is the resident company of theatre Verkadefabriek, 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands.