Ink - Huang Yi Studio Performance in Abu Dhabi
A Mesmerizing Fusion of Movement, Sound, and Visual Art
The world of contemporary performance art continues to evolve, bringing together diverse artistic disciplines to create truly immersive experiences. On February 5, 2026, at 15:00, Abu Dhabi audiences will witness one such groundbreaking collaboration at The Red Theater The Arts Center At Nyu Abu Dhabi.
Ink: Where Calligraphy Meets Contemporary Dance
Ink presents a remarkable collaboration between choreographer Huang Yi and audiovisual artist Ryoichi Kurokawa, presented with the support of Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels. This innovative performance draws inspiration from the line work of calligrapher Tong Yang-Tze, deconstructing and reassembling elements from her Silent Music series to create a unique stage language that translates ink, gesture, and sound into a cohesive artistic experience.
The performance showcases movement that shifts dramatically between restraint and velocity, with dancers navigating contrasting tempos and textures throughout the piece. At times contained and precise, at others rapid and forceful, the physicality traces lines through space, treating the stage surface as a field for mark-making rather than representation.
Visual Innovation and Artistic Collaboration
Visual elements evolve in parallel to the choreography, as Kurokawa transforms ink forms into light-based pathways that respond to motion. The result is a continuous visual flow that layers projection and sound into sequences of images that accumulate, dissolve, and reconfigure as the performance unfolds.
Ink is an original production by Huang Yi Studio +, co-commissioned by the National Taichung Theatre and the National Theatre, Taipei. The work premiered in June 2023, and notably, Huang Yi was previously seen in Abu Dhabi during The Arts Centre's inaugural season with Huang Yi & Kuka.
Event Details and Important Information
This captivating performance is recommended for ages 10+ and contains flashing lights and loud music. Attendees should note that there will be a one-time entry at 13 minutes after the show starts, and no entry will be permitted after this time.
- Date: February 5, 2026
- Time: 15:00
- Venue: The Red Theater The Arts Center At Nyu Abu Dhabi
- Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Price: Starting from AED 52.5
Don't miss this extraordinary fusion of traditional calligraphy, contemporary dance, and cutting-edge audiovisual artistry. Secure your tickets now for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of innovative performance art in the heart of Abu Dhabi.
