Alireza Mirmohammadi is an Iranian contemporary dancer and choreographer who has carved an impressive career path. In 2011, he earned his bachelor's degree in drama from Tehran University of Art, laying the academic foundation for his artistic pursuits.
Throughout his illustrious journey, Alireza has engaged in significant collaborations with a range of Iranian artists. This includes immersive and interactive performances alongside Mehdi Farajpour, the artistic director of the Oriaan Theatre dance company based in Paris. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in Atefeh Tehrani's physical theatre project, 'Read.' His artistic journey was further enriched by his contribution to various other projects.
In 2016, Alireza Mirmohammadi ventured into the world of dance film by crafting 'Nature Exploration.' His collaborative spirit extended to his partnership with Iranian filmmaker and visual artist Maryam Ghiasi, where he served as the director's advisor for her short films, 'The Home Which I Loved' and 'Stain.' These cinematic works earned prestigious selections at renowned film festivals.
In 2016, Alireza undertook an endeavor by facilitating a meeting between IETM members and the Iranian performing arts community. This initiative was followed by the establishment of IPAC (the Iranian Performing Arts Community) in the subsequent year, an organization that now boasts 350 members, including numerous active artists in the performing arts domain. Over the course of a year, Alireza organized eleven dance workshops for the benefit of IPAC members.
From 2017 to 2019, he emerged as a prominent performer in collaboration with Jan Martens' esteemed GRIP dance company, based in Gent. Notably, Alireza joined forces with Icelandic dancer and choreographer Bara Sigfusdottir as one of the principal dancers for Bara’s piece 'being.' This collaboration proved transformative, leading to residencies and performances in several countries, including Iran, Belgium, Turkey, Germany, France, The Netherlands, and Iceland.
Alireza Mirmohammadi's most recent solo project, 'Lullaby', delves into the intricate theme of mourning and its profound impact on the body and movement. The project was characterized by residencies at renowned institutions such as Workspace Brussels, PACT Zollverein, and the Camargo Foundation. The acclaimed Charleroi Danse would be the co-producer of this art piece, and this artistic endeavor culminates in a highly anticipated two-night Belgian premiere scheduled for March 2024 at Charleroi Danse.
In the year 2023, Alireza Mirmohammadi remains deeply committed to his craft, actively engrossed in his latest project, 'Mangle'. This collaborative venture is undertaken in partnership with the visual artist Maryam Ghiasi, and following their second residency at the Camargo Foundation, they currently find themselves deeply immersed in an artistic residency at the esteemed Cite Internationale des Arts. The dedicated rehearsals for 'Mangle' are poised to recommence in January 2024 at PACT Zollverein. The two artists have recently been honored with the distinction of Artists in Residence at Chaillot Fabrique in April 2024.