collaborations
Daffodils - dance film premiere screening & live performance
October 8, 7pm, 2025 @ The Booster, Nelson, BC
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Daffodils - premiere screening of short dance film and live performance
No way out.
These strings we have, both the visible and invisible.
Tie us to places, people and faith.
Hold us so tight even when we are literally running away.’
Daffodils is a short dance film, directed and choreographed by Sophie Barbarics, that explores the deeper layers of the hidden self, unseen burdens, self harm and the power of human connections.
Through evocative contemporary movement, "Daffodils" reveals the emotional tensions between constraint and freedom, isolation and belonging. With intimate and raw choreography, the film explores how the invisible ties that bind us are both imprisoning and surviving threads, shaping our identity and resilience.
This film is a deeply personal and artistic investigation of pain and healing, anchored in Sophie Barbarics' signature approach that embraces the complexity of individuality and the transformative power of shared human experience. "Daffodils” invites viewers to witness the inner struggles and interconnectedness made visible by movement and the profound power of human connection, Offering a space for reflection and compassion toward both ourselves and others.
"Daffodils" is an international collaboration involving Hungarian, Australian, and Canadian artists. This cross-cultural partnership enriches the film's exploration of hidden selves, unseen burdens, and human connection by drawing on diverse artistic perspectives and experiences from these three countries.
The collaborative process underscores the universal nature of the film’s themes while highlighting the unique cultural influences brought in by each artist, creating a layered and multifaceted work that resonates across borders.
Dancers: Mikayla Osborne (AUS), Lia Kajari (HU), Sophie Barbarics (HU)
Choreographer, director: Sophie Barbarics Music: Julian Loïc (AUS)
Camera: FMRL Production (CA)
Edited by FMRL Production
Producer: Sophie Barbarics, YolOne Art Group
Dance Artist Portrait Photoshoot
August, 2025 @ The Booster, Nelson, BC
Photographer: Jani Lakatos / Moving Target Photo
His website: https://movingtargetphoto.squarespace.com/
Whirrr performance - Grand opening of The Booster
May 18, 2025 @ The Booster, Nelson, BC
The grand opening of Sophie's company, the Yolone Art Group's new multi-purpose art space: The Booster. The performance was a shorter version of Sophie's new contemporary dance piece, called Whirrr, premiered on May 15th, 2025. Whirrr is a bold and interactive exploration of what happens when dancers, musicians, and the audience co-create something alive, raw, and real. This experimental performance blends contemporary dance, live music, and poetry to explore the tension and beauty between individuality and collectivity — asking how we can be truly ourselves while still belonging to something greater.
choreographer: Sophie Barbarics
dancers: Sophie Barbarics & the participants of the Nelson 6-week contemporary dance workshop
With original live music by: Jani Lakatos, Kristian Power, Lori Frederick, and Mitch Wilkey
Makramé tops made by: Célia Hayet
Shapes of Love
April 5, 2025 @ Madhu Collective, Rossland, BC
This performance was a unique journey alongside ethereal songstress Alissa Arnason and professional dancer and creator, Sophie Barbarics. They took the audience on a transformative journey, exploring our changing perspectives, textures, and shapes of love through the honesty, depth and possibilities of song and dance.
All photos were taken and edited by Jani Lakatos.
DEEP 2 - erotic art exhibit
February 28, 2025 @ 444 Gallery SOMA, Nelson, BC
Sophie was invited to perform at DEEP 2, a pop-up art exhibition celebrating the debut novel by local writer Zen Wang. She danced in the stunning macramé creations of Célia Hayet, bringing the garments to life and revealing their movement and expressive potential.
All photos were taken and edited by Jani Lakatos.
Pride Coffee House - performance
August 31, 2024 @ The Royal, Nelson, BC
The first project after moving to Canada, Sophie choreographed and performed a 9-minute piece with her dancer (Lia Kajari) at the Pride Coffee House event at the Royal in Nelson, BC. It wasa really special event to share the love for dancing and the community.
All photos were taken and edited by Jani Lakatos.
