The Dog Days Are Over 2.0 [Le French May Arts Festival 2026]

Cancellation Notice
The French May Arts Festival has officially announced that "The Dog Days Are Over 2.0", originally scheduled for June 2026 at Freespace The Box, West Kowloon, is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. All ticket holders will receive a full refund. Please refer to Cityline or official festival guidelines for detailed refund procedures. For further enquiries, please contact the Cityline hotline or email info@frenchmay.com.

## Program Introduction
Since its premiere in 2014, "The Dog Days Are Over" has stood as a monumental work in contemporary dance. Choreographer Jan Martens uses repetitive, sustained jumping as the core, weaving a physical language that balances exhaustion with mathematical precision. This work does not just test the dancers' endurance; through their physical strain, it exposes the depth of human vulnerability and reality. In 2026, Jan Martens and the GRIP collective were set to bring this classic work back to the stage in Hong Kong with an updated 2.0 version.

## Highlights
- Pushing Boundaries: Eight dancers perform continuous, high-intensity jumps that push the limits of physicality, creating a visceral visual impact.
- Humanity and Reflection: Through the sweat and pain of the performers, the work questions the boundary between art and entertainment, re-examining the essence of performance.
- Timeless Relevance: Even a decade later, the piece remains a cutting-edge critique of passive observation and the commodification of contemporary performance.

## Ticketing
The event was priced in different tiers; please refer to the Cityline website for final details regarding the cancellation and refund process.