Theater HORA in Zurich has received the Swiss Grand Award for Theatre / Hans Reinhart Ring 2016. It was presented on 26 May in the presence of Federal Councillor Alain Berset at the opening of the 3rd Swiss Theatre Encounter in the Théâtre de Carouge – Atelier de Genève.
On the recommendation of the Federal Theatre Jury, Theater HORA has received this year's principal honour in the Swiss Theatre Awards in recognition of its extensive work with people with learning difficulties. HORA is known for its uncompromising artistic approach and has established a strong international reputation. The group was founded by theatre educator Michael Elber in 1989 and became part of the Stiftung Züriwerk in 2003. Since 2009, Theater HORA has also offered an accredited drama training for people with learning difficulties. Its production "Disabled Theater" by the French choreographer Jérôme Bel was performed at the Berlin Theatertreffen in 2013 and earned a Swiss Dance Award. Theater HORA has since toured worldwide. A film portrait as well as further information can be found on the Swiss Theatre Awards website at:
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Bundesamt für Kultur
Sektion Kulturschaffen
Theater
Claudia
Rosiny
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3003
Bern
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