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Featuring eight dancers, an immersive 360-degree scenography, and the pulsating electronic sounds of Lucie Antunes, Mehdi Kerkouche’s latest creation dissolves the boundaries between performers and spectators.
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The EMKA
company

EMKA sets itself apart with an inclusive corps de ballet celebrating both artistic and body diversity. The message is clear: everyone can dance.

EMKA

Creations

mehdi kerkouche

Create, share, unite. Open to all, the CCN de Créteil et Val-de-Marne is a place without borders, dedicated to choreographic creation in all its forms, which shines on the national and international stage to the rhythm of its creations and cultural actions.

Mehdi
Kerk-
ouche

Multidisciplinary artist and choreographer, Mehdi Kerkouche takes over the direction of the National Choreographic Center of Créteil and Val-de-Marne.

17.05.25
Throwback

ODCV25

Each year, artists and companies of all styles come together for this inclusive celebration of dance, broadcast live on EMKA company’s social media platforms. Held under the banner of solidarity and the joy of dance, the sixth edition of ODCV brought together 2,000 spectators and over 100 artists from a wide range of backgrounds and choreographic styles. The event unfolded as a dance marathon featuring performances, workshops, discussions, battles, and standout moments. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières. Thank you to our partners for their support: Caisse des Dépôts, France TV, Martha Productions, Médecins Sans Frontières Credits I Directed by: Gwen Gaudy
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Louvre
24.04.24
Paris

Courrez au Louvre

From April 24 to May 31, 2024, the Louvre Museum invites you to experience "Run in the Louvre". An initiative by choreographer and dancer Mehdi Kerkouche, combining the intensity of Olympic training with the cultural richness of the Louvre.
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16.09.23
Action

On danse chez vous

Here's the best of the 4th edition of the solidarity dance marathon "ON DANSE CHEZ VOUS" on Culture Box. Let's revisit the performances, workshops, and artistic exchanges that filled the walls of Chaillot - National Theatre of Dance, on September 16th and 17th. Hosted by the Cékedubonheur association.
Learn more
The Method
21.05.24
Marseille

The Method

Deeply attached to the idea of transmission, Mehdi Kerkouche created The Method : an off-site dance class led by a DJ in connection with the company's dancers, enabling amateurs, professionals and the curious to learn and practice dance while experiencing EMKA's vision
Learn more
22.06.24
Créteil

Jour de Fête

A not-to-be-missed event for residents of Creteil, lived up to its promise by offering shows and exhibitions, marked by major collaborations between associations and cultural players, promoting art, diversity and local talent. We look forward to seeing you again on June 22, 2024!
Learn more
01.10.23
Paris

Ruban Rose

Since 2021, Mehdi Kerkouche has been directing the launch of the Pink October campaign, the month-long breast cancer screening awareness campaign organized by the Ruban Rose Association and Mesdames Production, which takes place every year on October 1.
Learn more
17.05.25
Throwback

ODCV25

Each year, artists and companies of all styles come together for this inclusive celebration of dance, broadcast live on EMKA company’s social media platforms. Held under the banner of solidarity and the joy of dance, the sixth edition of ODCV brought together 2,000 spectators and over 100 artists from a wide range of backgrounds and choreographic styles. The event unfolded as a dance marathon featuring performances, workshops, discussions, battles, and standout moments. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières. Thank you to our partners for their support: Caisse des Dépôts, France TV, Martha Productions, Médecins Sans Frontières Credits I Directed by: Gwen Gaudy
Learn more
Louvre
24.04.24
Paris

Courrez au Louvre

From April 24 to May 31, 2024, the Louvre Museum invites you to experience "Run in the Louvre". An initiative by choreographer and dancer Mehdi Kerkouche, combining the intensity of Olympic training with the cultural richness of the Louvre.
Learn more
16.09.23
Action

On danse chez vous

Here's the best of the 4th edition of the solidarity dance marathon "ON DANSE CHEZ VOUS" on Culture Box. Let's revisit the performances, workshops, and artistic exchanges that filled the walls of Chaillot - National Theatre of Dance, on September 16th and 17th. Hosted by the Cékedubonheur association.
Learn more
The Method
21.05.24
Marseille

The Method

Deeply attached to the idea of transmission, Mehdi Kerkouche created The Method : an off-site dance class led by a DJ in connection with the company's dancers, enabling amateurs, professionals and the curious to learn and practice dance while experiencing EMKA's vision
Learn more
22.06.24
Créteil

Jour de Fête

A not-to-be-missed event for residents of Creteil, lived up to its promise by offering shows and exhibitions, marked by major collaborations between associations and cultural players, promoting art, diversity and local talent. We look forward to seeing you again on June 22, 2024!
Learn more
01.10.23
Paris

Ruban Rose

Since 2021, Mehdi Kerkouche has been directing the launch of the Pink October campaign, the month-long breast cancer screening awareness campaign organized by the Ruban Rose Association and Mesdames Production, which takes place every year on October 1.
Learn more
17.05.25
Throwback

ODCV25

Each year, artists and companies of all styles come together for this inclusive celebration of dance, broadcast live on EMKA company’s social media platforms. Held under the banner of solidarity and the joy of dance, the sixth edition of ODCV brought together 2,000 spectators and over 100 artists from a wide range of backgrounds and choreographic styles. The event unfolded as a dance marathon featuring performances, workshops, discussions, battles, and standout moments. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières. Thank you to our partners for their support: Caisse des Dépôts, France TV, Martha Productions, Médecins Sans Frontières Credits I Directed by: Gwen Gaudy
Learn more
Louvre
24.04.24
Paris

Courrez au Louvre

From April 24 to May 31, 2024, the Louvre Museum invites you to experience "Run in the Louvre". An initiative by choreographer and dancer Mehdi Kerkouche, combining the intensity of Olympic training with the cultural richness of the Louvre.
Learn more
16.09.23
Action

On danse chez vous

Here's the best of the 4th edition of the solidarity dance marathon "ON DANSE CHEZ VOUS" on Culture Box. Let's revisit the performances, workshops, and artistic exchanges that filled the walls of Chaillot - National Theatre of Dance, on September 16th and 17th. Hosted by the Cékedubonheur association.
Learn more
The Method
21.05.24
Marseille

The Method

Deeply attached to the idea of transmission, Mehdi Kerkouche created The Method : an off-site dance class led by a DJ in connection with the company's dancers, enabling amateurs, professionals and the curious to learn and practice dance while experiencing EMKA's vision
Learn more
22.06.24
Créteil

Jour de Fête

A not-to-be-missed event for residents of Creteil, lived up to its promise by offering shows and exhibitions, marked by major collaborations between associations and cultural players, promoting art, diversity and local talent. We look forward to seeing you again on June 22, 2024!
Learn more
01.10.23
Paris

Ruban Rose

Since 2021, Mehdi Kerkouche has been directing the launch of the Pink October campaign, the month-long breast cancer screening awareness campaign organized by the Ruban Rose Association and Mesdames Production, which takes place every year on October 1.
Learn more

Studio
Residency

This year, the CCN is supporting nine companies in their creative process, showcasing a wide range of backgrounds and styles, and projecting the CCN as a place where there are no boundaries - for dance, creation and genres.

17.05.25
Throwback

ODCV25

Each year, artists and companies of all styles come together for this inclusive celebration of dance, broadcast live on EMKA company’s social media platforms. Held under the banner of solidarity and the joy of dance, the sixth edition of ODCV brought together 2,000 spectators and over 100 artists from a wide range of backgrounds and choreographic styles. The event unfolded as a dance marathon featuring performances, workshops, discussions, battles, and standout moments. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières. Thank you to our partners for their support: Caisse des Dépôts, France TV, Martha Productions, Médecins Sans Frontières Credits I Directed by: Gwen Gaudy
Learn more
14.05.25
Teaser

360

With 8 dancers, a 360° set design, and the electronic music of Lucie Antunes, Mehdi Kerkouche’s new creation breaks down the boundaries between audience and performers.
Learn more
31.03.25
Learn more

The Method

Deeply committed to the idea of transmission, Mehdi Kerkouche created La Méthode: an off-site dance class led by a DJ in connection with the company's dancers, allowing amateurs, professionals and the curious to learn and practice dance while experiencing EMKA's vision. Directed by Alexinho Mougeolle.
Learn more
11.03.25
Watch

BOLERO.S

BOLERO.S highlights the richness of diverse bodies and choreographic styles at a time when questions of representation and diversity are sparking important discussions.
Learn more
27.01.25
Residency

Company Entity - Terre 1

In Terre 1, Thibaut Eiferman, in collaboration with visual artist Alice Vasseur, explores the idea of an inverted world where the force of gravity takes on new meanings. From this reversal, new dynamics emerge—between struggle and surrender, spirituality and materiality, speed and stillness, the animate and the inanimate. The journey of a life is turned upside down. Credits I Directed by: Josse Lebastard
Learn more
17.05.25
Throwback

ODCV25

Each year, artists and companies of all styles come together for this inclusive celebration of dance, broadcast live on EMKA company’s social media platforms. Held under the banner of solidarity and the joy of dance, the sixth edition of ODCV brought together 2,000 spectators and over 100 artists from a wide range of backgrounds and choreographic styles. The event unfolded as a dance marathon featuring performances, workshops, discussions, battles, and standout moments. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières. Thank you to our partners for their support: Caisse des Dépôts, France TV, Martha Productions, Médecins Sans Frontières Credits I Directed by: Gwen Gaudy
Learn more
14.05.25
Teaser

360

With 8 dancers, a 360° set design, and the electronic music of Lucie Antunes, Mehdi Kerkouche’s new creation breaks down the boundaries between audience and performers.
Learn more
31.03.25
Learn more

The Method

Deeply committed to the idea of transmission, Mehdi Kerkouche created La Méthode: an off-site dance class led by a DJ in connection with the company's dancers, allowing amateurs, professionals and the curious to learn and practice dance while experiencing EMKA's vision. Directed by Alexinho Mougeolle.
Learn more
11.03.25
Watch

BOLERO.S

BOLERO.S highlights the richness of diverse bodies and choreographic styles at a time when questions of representation and diversity are sparking important discussions.
Learn more
27.01.25
Residency

Company Entity - Terre 1

In Terre 1, Thibaut Eiferman, in collaboration with visual artist Alice Vasseur, explores the idea of an inverted world where the force of gravity takes on new meanings. From this reversal, new dynamics emerge—between struggle and surrender, spirituality and materiality, speed and stillness, the animate and the inanimate. The journey of a life is turned upside down. Credits I Directed by: Josse Lebastard
Learn more
17.05.25
Throwback

ODCV25

Each year, artists and companies of all styles come together for this inclusive celebration of dance, broadcast live on EMKA company’s social media platforms. Held under the banner of solidarity and the joy of dance, the sixth edition of ODCV brought together 2,000 spectators and over 100 artists from a wide range of backgrounds and choreographic styles. The event unfolded as a dance marathon featuring performances, workshops, discussions, battles, and standout moments. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières. Thank you to our partners for their support: Caisse des Dépôts, France TV, Martha Productions, Médecins Sans Frontières Credits I Directed by: Gwen Gaudy
Learn more
14.05.25
Teaser

360

With 8 dancers, a 360° set design, and the electronic music of Lucie Antunes, Mehdi Kerkouche’s new creation breaks down the boundaries between audience and performers.
Learn more
31.03.25
Learn more

The Method

Deeply committed to the idea of transmission, Mehdi Kerkouche created La Méthode: an off-site dance class led by a DJ in connection with the company's dancers, allowing amateurs, professionals and the curious to learn and practice dance while experiencing EMKA's vision. Directed by Alexinho Mougeolle.
Learn more
11.03.25
Watch

BOLERO.S

BOLERO.S highlights the richness of diverse bodies and choreographic styles at a time when questions of representation and diversity are sparking important discussions.
Learn more
27.01.25
Residency

Company Entity - Terre 1

In Terre 1, Thibaut Eiferman, in collaboration with visual artist Alice Vasseur, explores the idea of an inverted world where the force of gravity takes on new meanings. From this reversal, new dynamics emerge—between struggle and surrender, spirituality and materiality, speed and stillness, the animate and the inanimate. The journey of a life is turned upside down. Credits I Directed by: Josse Lebastard
Learn more