31.5.-4.6. Ima Koko Watashi 今ここ私2025

Ima Koko Watashi 今ここ私2025

-dance and music improvisation

Estonia and Finland 31.5 – 4.6

1.6. at 19:00 WHS teatteri Union

Doors and bar 18:00

"Ima Koko Watashi" is a format developed by the late Japanese double bass player Tetsu Saito for improvisation evenings open to all artistic disciplines. The essence of the format is embedded in its title: Ima, meaning "now", refers to the experience of the present moment. Koko, meaning "here", signifies a space or place – the stage of a journey connecting cities both near and far. Watashi, meaning "I", represents a dynamic balance between the many selves that emerge through improvisation.

This working method continues through the initiative of choreographer Chikako Kaido, who has been developing it since 2022 with performances in Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, and Japan. Now, in 2025, she brings the project to Finland and Estonia, performing together with local artists.

Artists:

Gunda Gottschalk (Violin)

Chikako Kaido (Dance)

Antonio Stella (Dance)

Heliä Mailiis Viirakivi (Voice,Flute)

Taavi Kerikmäe (Electronics)

Tickets 15/10€

Discount Ticket for all feeling entitled to it

Supported by Ministry of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and by City of Helsinki.

Graphic Design: Wiebke Rompel