The Cultural Boycott of Israel
At Dansateliers, we have chosen to join the Cultural Boycott Israel to collectively stand against the ongoing violence and genocide. The situation in Gaza raises deep concern worldwide and we believe that pressure through political, economic, and cultural channels can contribute to a lasting ceasefire, unhindered access for humanitarian aid, and the respect of fundamental human rights.
This decision is not about exclusion, but about awareness and responsibility. We believe that as a cultural institution, it is our duty to take a position rooted in equality, justice, and care for a world where this violence must end.
For Dansateliers, this choice reflects our belief in the power of culture, dance and arts as a voice for accountability, solidarity, and change.
What this means
For Dansateliers, this entails:
- We do not collaborate with the Israeli state or state-supported institutions. Exceptions may apply for organisations that explicitly speak out against the violence and the occupation of Palestinian territories.
- The boycott targets institutions, not individual artists unless they actively represent or defend the regime. We believe artists can be vital agents of change; their voices can challenge, console, and inspire hope. We also respect those who choose not to speak out publicly, for example, to protect their own safety and/or the safety of their loved ones.
- The boycott is not directed at individuals or their identity, but at the complicity of organisations in human rights violations.
Our House
At Dansateliers, we believe that culture, dance and art has the power to connect, to question, and to care. We are part of a wider world, and we see it as our responsibility to stay aware of what happens within it.
In our house, we aim to create a space where artists, audiences, and colleagues can meet in openness and respect. A space to explore, to listen, and to express even when perspectives differ. We stand for artistic freedom and for the right of every voice to be heard. That freedom only has meaning when it includes every voice also those we might not agree with.
Our door is open for conversation as long as this is done with care and consideration for each other.
