Maldonne: Leïla Ka celebrates women's solidarity at Théâtre du Rond-Point

From May 11 to 13, 2026, the Théâtre du Rond-Point welcomes choreographer Leïla Ka for three performances of Maldonne, her new creation for five dancers. Well-known for her work with Maguy Marin and hailed as one of the rising stars of the contemporary choreographic scene, Leïla Ka has created a lively, gripping piece supported by an exhilarating soundtrack and a choreographic style centered on the expressiveness of the body.

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In this hour-long work, Leïla Ka examines female solidarity through the emotions she says she has shared with her sisters, friends and other women she has met over the years. Maldonne evokes the idea of a distorted distribution of roles, a persistent injustice, which she chooses to transform into choreographic material. Revolt, euphoria, joy and collective strength flow across the stage in a continuous movement that blends commitment and sensuality.

The show is aimed at contemporary dance fans who are curious about choreographic proposals rooted in social and intimate concerns. With its resolutely expressive approach and lack of linear narrative, Maldonne may be less suited to audiences looking for traditional narrative or dramaturgical structure.

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Presented at 7:30pm in the Salle Renaud-Barrault, this creation is a continuation of Leïla Ka's work, which combines physicality, raw emotion and reflection on the feminine.

This article is based on publicly available information and is not based on direct experience of the show.

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