“The message that is given through movement is a co-operation between the realm above us and the one that we’re in.”
“In my work, I start from the need to dive into different dimensions; realms where my experience and existence are the point of departure. A choice in how I want to portray myself within space to reclaim power. At the same time, I aim to participate in storytelling in an authentic way. This approach leads me to create work that I would have wanted to see when I was younger and at the same time change the narratives that are often associated with my existence” Christian Yav
Christian Yav, originally from Congo, is a movement artist, model and musician.
He was born in Belgium (1993).
Throughout the years Yav has worked as a dancer with various choreographers in the contemporary dance field.
Mid-2018 Christian started his career as a choreographer.
He was featured as an artist for VOGUE, NL, I-D, GLAMCULT and NUMERO NETHERLANDS.
In 2020 Yav was mentioned in the ‘NRC TOP 101 LIST’ upcoming talent in the category Dance.
Since mid-21 Yav started composing his own music for his own projects.
Yav worked as a model with brands like Armani and Marc Jacobs.
Christian also took part in BLACK IS KING, a film by Beyonce, as choreographer and dancer.
Yav also worked as a movement director for Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and Daily Paper.
August ’21 Christian premiered his latest performance work Movements of Soul.
Concept, choreography & execution Christian Yav Styling Christian Yav Costumes Trailer Bodil Ouédraogo Music Christian Yav Text K Yav MBWAMB & Christian Yav Thanks to Simone Zeefuik, Bijlmer Parktheater, Cherish Menzo, Courtney May, Brandon Maceo & R.DK
website www.christianyav.com
instagram @christian_yav
photo credits TEY TEY ELIAS
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