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Fiames

Christian Mazzoncini 〜 music

Kathleen Delaney 〜 dance

Dolasilla, a legendary figure from the Fanes people of South Tyrol, embodies the spirit of courage and defiance. Born to a father consumed by greed, she chose compassion over wealth, returning stolen treasures to a group of dwarfs he had imprisoned. In gratitude, they crafted her a magnificent white suit of armor, promising protection and a glorious future as a warrior. However, the dwarfs warned that should her armor darken, it would signal dangerous fate, urging her to refrain battle. In this choreography, the essence of Dolasilla's rebellious courage is brought to life, creating a visual representation of Dolasilla's duality, the physicality reflects the emotional depth of Dolasilla's journey, ultimately illustrating how her compassionate heart can lead to both triumph and tragedy.

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