Contact in Paradise 2026

About this event

The fourth apple – VERBUNDENHEIT (Connectedness). An annual Contact Improvisation festival at Seminarhaus Flackl in the Vienna Alps, emphasizing community, connection across differences, and moving together, celebrating inclusivity regardless of age, culture, religion, or ability. Pre-Workshop (May 11-13) with Ray Chung, followed by the main festival (May 13-17) with up to 4 parallel intensives each morning, afternoon workshops across multiple dance spaces, evening jams, sauna access, a public "Connected Heart" sacred dance ceremony, and a dedicated kids and youth program. Bilingual (German/English), all levels welcome. On-site hotel accommodation with vegetarian/vegan, organic, regional cuisine.