Rebecca Horner’s dance theater piece “Beef” reinterprets the biblical tale of jealousy and betrayal, Cain and Abel, in a contemporary context. Based on choreography by her husband, Andrey Kaydanovskiy, Rebecca performs alongside him and two other artists, accompanied by the live sounds of Duo RaaDie featuring trumpet, e-zither, and electronics.

The ballet BEEF was created on behalf of the Nova Fundaziun Origen. Its world premiere was on the 18th of July 2024 at Burg Riom in Switzerland.

This Vienna premiere promises an intimate dance event with live music, set in the extraordinary ambiance of the newly reopened Imperial Riding School Hotel at Ungargasse 60, Vienna Landstraße. Following the dance concert in the evening’s first part, the second part will feature a discussion moderated by Barbara Stöckl, where audience questions will also be addressed.

Rebecca Horner, who interpreted the rich history of the hotel as a “modern empress” during the opening celebrations, is making her second appearance at the Imperial Riding School.

Date: Saturday, February 22
Start of the Dance Concert: 6:00 PM

Program:

5:00 PM         Doors open (foyer). One complimentary drink per person included with the ticket

5:45 PM         Auditorium entry (open seating)

6:00 PM         Start of the performance

7:00 PM         Intermission

7:15 PM         Artist talk moderated by Barbara Stöckl

Approximate end of the event 8:00 PM.

Guests can enjoy dinner and drinks at the hotel’s restaurant, Elstar (open until 11 PM), and the bar, The Farrier (open until 1 AM). Reservations for the restaurant are recommended via elstar@imperialridingschool-vienna.com.