First Stop For Live In-Person Performances: The Ice Rink!

Montreal-based contemporary ice skating company Le Patin Libre was first introduced to ISPA delegates at the New York 2020 ISPA Congress when they pitched their ambitious new work Murmurations (originally named: Grande Forme). Committed to designing inclusive events, Le Patin Libre transforms rinks into dance floors, using ice skating as an entry point to the arts as well as a way to create unforgettable, immersive, and welcoming experiences for audiences of all ages.

When BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music), the multi-arts center located in Brooklyn, New York, announced that their first live in-person performances would be by Le Patin Libre performing in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park the ISPA Office erupted in cheer (or shall we say emails of cheer!).

On this occasion, we caught up with Ichun Yeh, Vice President & Director of Sales at Sozo Artists who shared a few words about their pitch experience:

“Introducing Le Patin Libre to the ISPA community was phenomenal. On top of the pitch session, we also organized a short performance at the Bryant Park that served as a lively example of how the company activates its surroundings. New relationships were formed, and previous connections were reinvigorated. We look forward to connecting with colleagues around the world when the borders are open in the near future.”

This is just one of many instances around the world where live in-person cultural experiences have punctuated the pandemic in creative ways. Share your moments of exhilaration in the comments below! What artists and performances have brought you to cheer recently?

With a proven track record for success, ISPA’s Pitch New Works program continues to assist works in development with securing touring dates, regional agents, co-commissions, premieres, and more. Interested in presenting Le Patin Libre? Contact Ichun Yeh, Vice President & Director of Sales, Sozo Artists.