Collaborators
Thanks to the success of our productions, we have had the privilege, over the years, to build numerous collaborations with artists from the Belgian scene.
Today, it is a great pleasure to work regularly with around fifteen arts professionals and to see that the gradual consolidation of our work also supports that of others who, like us, are deeply committed to persevering in their art.
It is therefore with great pleasure that we invite you to discover the journeys of our dear collaborators.
Massimiliano Arnone
Massimiliano Arnone is a Belgian-based dancer and multidisciplinary artist working across hip-hop, contemporary dance, and visual arts. His movements research explores Hip Hop techniques and flows with contemporary knowledge. As a committed hip‑hop activist, he represents Cipher Dojo on the global stage through global events and education. Currently touring with ABSURD by Anton Lachky.
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Cassandre Cantillon
Cassandre started dancing at the age of 6, training in various dance schools in Brussels. She entered P.A.R.T.S. (Performing Arts Research and Training Studios) in 2016 from which she graduated in July 2019. As a performer, Cassandre has been working with Rosas ("Bartok", "Drumming"), Anton Lachky (ABSURDE, NOVLAND), Michèle Anne de Mey (« Sinfonia Eroica », « On the wings of Hermès- Légerté »), Femke Gyselink, Ballets Confidentiels, Fatou Traoré, and more. In parallel to her work as a performer, she is involved in the developing and sharing of her own practice through workshops taking place in Belgium and throughout Europe. She is part of the Ferus Animi // Terra Nova collective and is also certified in Vinyasa and Ashtanga yoga (200h).
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Lewis Cooke
Lewis is a multidisciplinary movement artist that has studied deeply and is influenced by contemporary, floorwork, acrobatics & boxing. Lewis has worked with artists such as Akram Khan, Alleyne Dance, Punchdrunk & Anton Lachky Company where he is also a rehearsal director. Lewis's performing career has varied from site specific work, traditional theatre and the film industry where he was in a Marvel movie. Lewis is also a researcher for Ferus Animi // Terra Nova, a group of cross-disciplinary craftsperson's researching in the fields of human physiology and performance, through both an artistic and scientific lens. Lewis graduated from London Contemporary Dance School, Completed a 9 week programme for mindfulness at Oxford School of Mindfulness Centre & has a level 2 AIDA Freediving Certificate. He is currently touring with LES AUTRES and NOVLAND.
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Evelyne De Weerdt
Evelyne began her artistic journey in gymnastics but soon transitioned to contemporary dance. She studied at dé! Kunsthumaniora and went on to complete her training at the Salzburg Experimental Academy of Dance (SEAD). Since 2020, she has been a dancer with the company, currently performing in the productions LES AUTRES and ABSURD. Alongside her work with the company, she also collaborates with Theater Tol and performs with various collectives and companies, including Strange People Brand, Criaturas, and Soul15. Beyond the stage, she works as a nutrition coach, guiding others toward a healthy and active lifestyle. She continues to develop a versatile practice that unites movement, artistry, and a conscious approach to living.
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Yamuna Huygen
Yamuna Kyamo Huygen is a Brussels-based dancer and choreographer whose work thrives on merging different art forms such as contemporary dance, waving, tutting, and tricking. Trained at the Royal Ballet School of Antwerp, her journey has led her to perform with the Opera Ballet of Flanders, the Maya Sapera Dance Company in India, and to choreograph for Ballet D'Jerri in Jersey, Channel Islands. She now works with the Anton Lachky Company, continuing her exploration of movement's infinite possibilities. She is currently touring with ABSURDE and NOVLAND.
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Jérémy Michel
Jérémy Michel is a Brussels-based sound engineer, musician, and creative producer whose work bridges the worlds of music and contemporary performance. In 2009, he co-founded Low Man's Land with Antoine Thonon, a studio renowned for its refined approach to recording, mixing, and sound design. A versatile artist, he divides his time between studio and live engineering, performing as a musician with Angie Schaeffer, and developing independent music projects. Formerly manager of the label Plynt Records, he has cultivated a distinctive sonic signature marked by depth, clarity, and emotion. He collaborates regularly with Anton Lachky and Éléonore Valère Company, contributing his sound design expertise to LES AUTRES, ABSURD, DESCENDRE, NOVLAND and RUNNING ON THE EDGE OF A CLIFF, EYES CLOSED.
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Dunya Narli
Dunya Narli is a Brussels-based dancer and choreographer whose artistry combines technical precision with a compelling stage presence. After graduating from SEAD in 2018, she has collaborated with international choreographers and companies including Roberto Olivan (R.O.P.A. Company), Cia. Elias Aguirre, Zahira Sulliman, and, since 2021, Anton Lachky Company in LES AUTRES, ABSURD and NOVLAND. Her dynamic career also includes work with Cie Abyss – Julien Carlier, JSR Company, Panorama Dance Theater, and Cie Félicette Chazerand, reflecting her versatility and creative curiosity. Co-creator of Top Floor Festival since 2021, she actively contributes to Brussels' vibrant cultural scene, fostering collaboration and artistic exchange. Through her performances and initiatives, Dunya champions collective empowerment, bringing both passion and vision to every project she undertakes.
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Sandrine Nicaise
Sandrine Nicaise is a Belgian stage technician, scenography collaborator, and occasional performer active in contemporary dance and theatre. She works with Anton Lachky & Éléonore Valère Company as part of the technical team on the creations ABSURD, NOVLAND, and DESCENDRE. Her multidisciplinary expertise spans stage management, lighting, set construction, and scenographic support, ensuring the seamless realization of complex touring productions. She has also collaborated with major cultural institutions such as Kunstenfestivaldesarts in Brussels, bringing her precision and creativity to each project. Combining technical mastery with an artistic sensibility, Sandrine approaches every collaboration with a strong visual vision, craftsmanship, and a collaborative spirit.
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Pjotr Nuyts
Pjotr Nuyts is a dynamic and boundary-pushing performer whose artistry fuses contemporary dance, acrobatics, and breakdance. Beginning his journey in his mother's garden shed, he honed his craft at de!Kunsthumaniora and the Royal Conservatory of Antwerp, cultivating a singular movement language. Renowned for his athleticism and expressive power, he has collaborated with leading companies including Wim Vandekeybus / Ultima Vez, Action Zoo Humain, and Anton Lachky & Éléonore Valère Company. Currently, he is touring internationally with LES AUTRES, NOVLAND and ABSURD, continuing to redefine the possibilities of contemporary performance.
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Nino Patuano
Nino Patuano is a Liège-born dancer, choreographer, and teacher whose career spans over 25 years, making him a renowned figure in Hip Hop and its evolving forms. Renowned for his fluidity, precision, and stage presence, he brings a unique voice to every performance, blending street dance roots with contemporary expression. He currently performs with Anton Lachky Company and Éléonore Valère Company in LES AUTRES ABSURD, and NOVLAND. As dancer and choreographer with Manima, he continues to explore and expand his artistic language through the production AILLEURS. A passionate educator, Nino inspires new generations of dancers, sharing his artistry with generosity, rigor, and a profound commitment to the present moment.
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Jean-françois Philips
Jean-François Philips is a Belgian Technical Director active in the performing arts sector. He has worked with renowned venues such as Théâtre La Balsamine, Théâtre Varia, Les Halles de Schaerbeek, and Le Rideau. He has overseen the technical direction of numerous contemporary theatre and dance projects. He collaborates with Anton Lachky Company and Éléonore Valère Company on productions ABSURD, NOVLAND, and DESCENDRE. Jeff Philips is recognized for his expertise in stage technology and his long-standing contribution to Belgium's cultural scene.
Théa Pravdova
Born in Slovakia, Théa Pravdová grew up surrounded by music and lively neighbourhood performances. After completing a Master's in Cultural Management at Sorbonne Nouvelle in Paris, she developed a passion for connecting artistic work with local audiences. She currently works remotely as a stagiaire, assisting with diffusion and international communication. Her time in France deepened her understanding of collaboration between artists and institutions, and back in her hometown, she continues to support the local arts scene through small events and independent projects.
Manu Sampaio
Manu Sampaio is a composer, songwriter, and performer based in Brussels. His music blends electronic textures, voice, and acoustic elements in a poetic, cinematic sound world. He wrote five original pieces for DESCENDRE, by Éléonore Valère-Lachky infusing the work with a distinctive musical voice that brings an essential, transformative dimension to the piece. His compositions are available on Spotify. He has released several singles, including Montagne and Lions (feat. Jeanne). Active across stage and film projects, Sampaio is emerging as a distinctive voice in Belgium's independent scene.
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Noémie Sonveau
Noémie Sonveau studied Cultural Anthropology at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and the Universidade de Coimbra (UC), before pursuing a Master's in Performing Arts at the Université de Liège (ULiège), specializing in documentary theatre and film. After two years as an assistant director for community films at the Centre Vidéo de Bruxelles (CVB), she worked as production assistant for choreographer Isabella Soupart for two years. In 2021, she became Administrative and Financial Director at Compagnie Mossoux-Bonté, before joining Anton Lachky & Eléonore Valère in June 2024 as Production and Administration Manager on tour. Alongside this, she remains involved in various dance, film, and theatre productions, including Mana by Shantala Pèpeand Catfish by Selma Alaoui. Thanks to a sharp sense of organization and ability to foresee the needs of each project, Noémie has become a key support in the daily life and development of the company, ensuring that every collaboration unfolds in the best possible conditions.
Lysanne Van Berlo
Lysanne van Berlo is a dancer, teacher and choreographer originally from the Netherlands. She began practicing taekwondo at the age of 13 and discovered dance when she was 16. After three years of dance training, she enrolled in the Contemporary Urban program at Fontys Academy of the Arts in Tilburg. Since graduating, she has worked with several theatre and hip hop companies in the Netherlands, including BackBone, Theater Rotterdam, ZERO, Schweigman& and Dalton Jansen's Blackbirds. Alongside performing, Lysanne developed her own approach to movement and music called the Musiquality Method, which she has been teaching internationally. In 2022, she participated in Anton Lachky's D.I.P., where she also taught her Musiquality Method. After 8 weeks of D.I.P., she was invited by Anton to join the company. In 2023, she moved to Belgium to work with Anton Lachky Company, performing in ABSURD and NOVLAND.
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Violette Wanty
Violette Wanty is a versatile Belgian performer trained in classical and contemporary dance, celebrated for her expressive range and technical mastery. Since 2011, she has toured internationally with Philippe Decouflé's company, performing in acclaimed productions such as Panorama, Contact, Wiebo, and Stereo. She collaborates with leading directors across theatre, dance, and aerial arts. Since 2020, she has also taken on assistant directing and costume design, bringing a strong creative vision to her projects. Her performance in DESCENDRE by Eléonore Valère-Lachky earned her a nomination for "Emerging Talent" at Prix Maeterlinck, highlighting her impact on Belgium's contemporary performance scene.
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