A Universal Message in a Politically Charged World

The duet explores the concept of "defaults"—the unconscious presets shaped by our cultures, backgrounds, and

experiences. These defaults influence how we perceive and interact with the world.

The performance highlights the contrasting defaults between the artists: Jens, Scandinavian, from an older

generation, and Jana, from Beirut, represents a younger, Middle Eastern perspective.

The stark differences between the two worlds, especially in how one culture can justify actions like war against

another, form the core tension in this work.

Inspiration & Audience engagement

A decade of cross-cultural collaboration

Jana and Jens have spent nearly a decade refining their artistic synergy through both film and stage performances.

This duet is a culmination of their long-standing collaboration, merging their distinct cultural perspectives into a shared

choreographic language that transcends cultural barriers.

Confronting Default Expectations and Cultural Norms

We bring these cultural defaults into conflict through movement, music, and costume changes. The music reflects the unique

soundscapes of both our worlds, sometimes aligning, sometimes clashing. This eclectic mix of sound and constant shifts in

staging and costuming symbolizes the evolving nature of identity, prejudice, and cultural boundaries.