◆Outline

Based in Scotland, Kemono is a choreographer, dancer, and academic artist specializing in freestyle hip-hop and Krump.
This practice blends the African diaspora movement, contemporary street dance, music, and cultural leadership.
Kemono uses its own DNA Method—comprising the three pillars of Discovering, Navigating, and Assembling the Body—to construct physical language.

During my stay in Japan, I will engage in activities aimed at exploring how my own body language functions within an international context through interactions with numerous artists and local residents.
To that end, during our stay, we plan to hold not only performances but also workshops and networking events for dancers from diverse backgrounds, as well as workshops open to everyone.
We hope you’ll join us.

This project is being held as part of an exchange program between Dance Base Scotland and Dance Base Yokohama that began in 2024.

◆① Mini-Stage + Hands-On Workshop [Open to Everyone]

Held at Kitanaka Town and Architecture MARKET vol. 2

October 17 (Sat) and 18(Sun) 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

The second edition of this market—featuring creators who love architecture and culture and enjoy local life and work—will be held in the 1st-floor studio at Dance Base Yokohama.
Along with sales of zines and handmade goods, mini-performances and workshops will be held in the newly established stage area.
At the mini-stage and workshops hosted by Kemono, anyone can easily try out the hip-hop dance style known as KRUMP.

Eligibility: Open to everyone
Fee: Free ( advance registration or walk-ins accepted)
*Conducted in English with interpretation provided

◆② Krump Workshop & Artist Meet-and-Greet [For Professionals]

Tuesday, October 20, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

This session focuses on the human body and “patterns.” Patterns are what keep us safe.The unknown not only brings fear but also triggers reactions of rejection and denial.
In this session, we will explore movement patterns and practice breaking free from them.
We will also discuss character work and “vulnerability.” Vulnerability is our richest resource as human beings.
How can we transform that vulnerability into an expression that fits within the “vessel” of art?

This workshop aims to conduct movement research with participants and to exchange ideas through dialogue.

Target Audience: Professional dancers or dancers aspiring to become professionals / Those capable of improvisational dance
*Experience in hip-hop dance is not required
Fee: Free (Registration required)
Please register using this form
*Conducted in English; interpretation provided

◆③ Showing & Presentation

Thursday, October 22, 7:00 PM (Doors open 15 minutes prior)

At the conclusion of the residency, we will share the results through a performance.Kemono will create music incorporating insights gained and sounds discovered during their stay in Japan, and will perform a piece tailored to those sounds. Additionally, a Q&A session will be held after the performance.
Details will be updated as they become available.

Admission: Free (Registration required)
If you would like to attend the performance, please register via Peatix.
*Registration as a DaBY member (free) is required to apply. Please register in advance here:
*Please note that cancellations, refunds, or changes due to the customer’s circumstances are not permitted. If you must cancel due to unavoidable circumstances, please contact 必ずcontact@dancebase.yokohamaまでご連絡ください.

◆Registration

① Mini-Stage + Hands-On Workshops:
https://kitanaka-performance.peatix.com

② Krump Workshops & Artist Meet-and-Greet:
https://forms.gle/mE3Tci4cXGfQeWG37

③ Showings & Presentations:
https://peatix.com/event/5198739

*Please note that the registration contact varies by event, so please be sure to use the correct one.

◆Venue

Dance Base Yokohama, 3rd Floor

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5-57-2 Kitanaka-dori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, KITANAKA BRICK&WHITE BRICK North, 3rd Floor
Directly connected to Exit 2a of Bashamichi Station on the Minatomirai Line via “Yokohama Kitanaka Knot”

Venue Facilities

All-Gender Restrooms: There are all-gender restrooms on the 3rd floor that anyone can use. (Workshop participation only)
Multipurpose Restroom: There is a wheelchair accessible multipurpose restroom next to the supermarket across from the venue.
*We also provide support for visitors in wheelchairs and those who need information security.
If you need assistance, please contact us at the following e-mail address:
contact@dancebase.yokohama

◆Profile

Kemono Lebe-Riot
Choreographer, dancer, interdisciplinary artist, and co-founder of THREE60.
Born in Congo and raised in Scotland, he is currently based in Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city.
Specializing in freestyle hip-hop and Krump, his practice combines movement from the African diaspora, contemporary street dance, music, and cultural leadership. Through this fusion, he aims to foster communities and further develop the global reach of hip-hop culture within contemporary art spaces.
At the arts company THREE60, which he co-founded, he works to nurture artistic talent and support and activate communities through hip-hop culture

◆Credit

Organized and Produced by: Dance Base Yokohama [SEGA SAMMY Foundation for Arts and Culture], Dance Base, Scotland’s National Centre for Dance
Supported by: British Council