Kunsthaus Zürich Joins 'Connect' Dance Program for Neurological Conditions
The Facts
Kunsthaus Zürich has joined the 'Connect' program, an innovative dance training initiative for people with Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis, expanding the program's reach. The pilot launched in February 2024 with two groups meeting at the Tonhalle Zürich, led by Clare Guss-West, with live musical accompaniment from Tonhalle Orchestra musicians. For the current season, the program has expanded to three training groups, and some sessions will now take place in Kunsthaus Zürich's exhibition spaces. The expansion follows high demand and positive feedback, with Kunsthaus Director Ann Demeester stating that the museum believes art can promote physical and mental well-being, citing scientific reports.
The Signal
The partnership reflects a growing trend among cultural institutions to integrate therapeutic programming, leveraging their spaces and collections for health benefits. By collaborating with Ballett Zürich, Tonhalle-Gesellschaft Zürich, and the Dance & Creative Wellness Foundation, Kunsthaus Zürich extends its existing outreach for dementia patients. This move signals a broader institutional strategy to engage with diverse audiences and demonstrate art's measurable impact on quality of life, potentially inspiring similar cross-sector initiatives in other cities.
- People: Ann Demeester, Cathy Marston, Ilona Schmiel, Clare Guss-West
- Museums: Kunsthaus Zürich
- Locations: Zürich
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