I dreamt, it was

NDT 2
Imre van Opstal & Marne van Opstal World premiere
Sharon Eyal & Gai Behar SAABA - NDT premiere

I dreamt, it was is a feast for the senses. NDT alumni and new associate choreographers Imre van Opstal & Marne van Opstal are back with a raw and emotional new creation, exploring how spaces impact us. We are also joined by brilliant makers Sharon Eyal & Gai Behar and their hypnotising, vulnerable, and groovy SAABA (2021), reworked in a bold, new version for NDT 2. 

All 21 shows
Dancer: Gabriele Rolle. Photo: Rahi Rezvani

About the programme

Imre van Opstal & Marne van Opstal - World premiere

Following The Point Being (2023), we are excited to welcome back Imre van Opstal & Marne van Opstal—now as our new associate choreographers—to create a work for NDT 2.
Since their departure from NDT 1 as dancers and the start of their choreographic journey, the siblings have established themselves as distinct makers with a raw and emotional style.
In this world premiere, the choreographic duo will examine how spaces can liberate us, yet also impose limits. Through striking design and their expressive movement language, they explore how we see ourselves—both powerful and significant, yet small in the vastness of the world. We are proud to continue this creative journey with them and look forward to all we will create together.

Photo: Rahi Rezvani

Sharon Eyal & Gai Behar - SAABA - NDT premiere

The worlds that Sharon Eyal & Gai Behar create on stage are truly unique—intoxicating and deeply immersive. In I dreamt, it was you’re invited to step into the universe of SAABA (2021). Originally created for GöteborgsOperans Danskompani, we’re thrilled to bring this acclaimed work to NDT 2 for the first time in a bold new version. Exuding passion and vulnerability, the work unfolds through hypnotic movement, evocative lighting, and the irresistible groove of composer Ori Lichtik. SAABA is another brilliant example of Eyal's daring choreographic voice, seamlessly transforming classical ballet and contemporary dance into something beyond imagination. Irresistible!

Performance dates

March 26 until June 2, 2026

Amare, The Hague
March 26 (premiere), 27, 28
April 23, 24, 25

Practical information about your visit to Amare

Theater Rotterdam
April 1

Stadsschouwburg Haarlem
April 3

Schouwburg Amstelveen
April 4

Parktheater Eindhoven
April 7

Maaspoort, Venlo
April 8

 

Stadsschouwburg Utrecht
April 10

Zwolse Theaters
April 19

Schouwburg Tilburg
April 21

Theater de Vest, Alkmaar
May 22

Internationaal Theater Amsterdam
May 27, 28, 29, 30

Theater aan het Vrijthof, Maastricht
June 2

More information

Dancers

This performance is danced by NDT 2.

See an overview of all NDT 2 dancers

Intermissions

This performance contains 1 intermission. At this very moment, the duration of the performance is not yet known. This page will be updated closer to the actual performances.

Introduction talks

NDT provides introduction talks prior to nearly all performances throughout the Netherlands. In half an hour you will be introduced to the company and dive into the world of contemporary dance and NDT’s repertoire.

You will find the time and location of the introductions in Amare in the information e-mail prior to your visit. Information about the introductions in other theatres can be found on the website of the theatre in question.

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