Igli Mezini returns for the second consecutive year to TROIS C-L to give a new masterclass combining physical technique with playful exploration, offering a challenge both on an individual level and in group coordination. The main objective is to explore the body’s arcs and spirals in every possible direction, with a particular focus on the dancer’s relationship with the floor and their environment. Igli applies simple movement patterns that engage breath, speed, and energy throughout the body, activating the connection between the center and the joints. Special attention is given to the skeletal structure, promoting improved physical awareness and alertness.

The session will begin with exercises focused on expanding the body’s range to discover various movement possibilities. A complete warm-up, starting on the floor, will lead into phases of walking, running, and spiraling, with an emphasis on moving with breath and other influences. Igli will propose several creative exercises to explore the body using composition tools, integrating movement, spatial awareness, and rhythm. The relationship between precision and organicity, awareness of space, the ability to respond to its components, improvisation within a structure, and dramaturgical development will be at the heart of his philosophy.

Igli Mezini
Born in Tirana, Albania, Igli trained at the National Ballet School of Albania before performing as a soloist with renowned dance companies, including the National Theater of Tirana (Albania), Cannes Jeune Ballet (France), Hessisches Staatsballett (Germany), Ballet Preljocaj (France), Compagnie Linga, and TanzLuzernerTheater (Switzerland).

He has collaborated with esteemed choreographers such as Jiří Kylián, Fréderic Flamand, Jean-Christophe Maillot, Davide Bombana, Marcos Morau, Angelin Preljocaj, Alexander Ekman, Jerome Bel, Cayetano Soto, Crystal Pite, Marco Goecke, Marguerite Donlon, Tim Plegge, Wayne McGregor, Hofesh Schechter, Alejandro Cerrudo, Po Cheng Tsai, Gustavo Ramirez Sansano, Ella Rothschild, Katarzyna Gdaniec, Marco Cantalupo, Mthuthuzeli November, Muhammed Kaltuk, and Tom Weinberger.
Beyond dance, Igli has contributed to filmmaking, notably performing at the Cannes Film Festival’s opening for The Great Gatsby and starring in The Key, a European Commission short film. He was also part of the creative team behind the Audemars Piguet museum inauguration.

As a teacher and workshop leader, he shares his expertise across Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia, continuing to inspire as a dancer, mentor, and creative collaborator. Based in Switzerland, Igli holds a Master’s degree in Entrepreneurial Thinking and Action, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Teaching and Coaching Dance Professionals at Zurich University of the Arts.