CRAFTING
MOVEMENT

THAT
RESONATES

Brazilian contemporary dance for the world stage

Choreographer and Artistic Director Lili de Grammont builds powerful, sensorial narratives that connect with audiences on a universal level.

My work explores the textures of human experience through a unique Brazilian lens. As the current Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer for the São José dos Campos Dance Company, I create and direct large-scale productions, but my practice extends to a variety of collaborative formats.

LATEST NEWS

IN CONVERSATION WITH: Lili de Grammont

We sat down with Lili de Grammont, who is bringing her double bill Voyeur / Samba and Love to Edinburgh Fringe this year. Presented by São José dos Campos Dance Company, this show runs from 31 July – 24 August at Assembly @ Dance Base.

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Voyeur / Samba and Love

São José dos Campos Dance Company brings us Voyeur / Samba and Love, a striking double bill which captivates and inspires. Voyeur examines how we watch and are watched, and how the self comes undone and redone. Likewise vulnerable, Samba and Love takes on burnout in the modern age through samba rhythms which express both defeat and desire. 

How we can work together

I believe in dance as a powerful language, capable of transcending borders and telling stories that matter. From sold-out theaters to exclusive commissions, my goal is to deliver authentic and unforgettable artistic encounters.

Here are three ways to bring my artistic vision to your audience, company, or institution:

Spectables for Touring

for Festival Programmers and Curators

Engage your audience with a full-length, tour-ready spectacle. These are finished, critically-acclaimed works that showcase the vibrancy and technical depth of Brazilian contemporary dance. A powerful option for programmers looking to purchase a complete, ready-to-stage production.

Commissioned Creations

for Artistic Directors and Companies

Commission an exclusive, tailor-made choreography for your dancers. I work in close collaboration with companies to develop a unique piece that aligns with your artistic identity while bringing a distinct Brazilian sensibility. This can be a solo creation or a co-creation with my long-time musical partner, Ed Côrtes.

Workshops & Immersive Classes

for Universities, Dance Companies and Institutions

A practical immersion into my creative process and movement research. I offer dynamic workshops on improvisation, contemporary technique, and choreographic composition, adaptable for different technical levels. An enriching experience for students and professional dancers alike.

Repertoire Highlights

A selection of available works for touring and remounting.

Samba e Amor

(Samba and Love)
Inspired by the iconic song by Chico Buarque, this piece translates contemporary exhaustion and the poetic resistance to burnout into movement. A work of profound rhythm, affect, and social commentary.

7 dancers
26 minutes

V.I.C.A.

V.I.C.A.
VICA – Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous – is a piece about the unpredictability of the world and the human condition. It explores the delicate tension between chaos and order, emotion and instinct, movement and stillness. VICA invites us to dwell in the uncomfortable beauty of not knowing, where transformation is always possible and nothing stays the same for long.

12 dancers
35 minutes

Memória em Conta-Gotas

(Memory in Droplets)
"Memory in Droplets" is an autobiographical dance piece that delicately traces memories from the choreographer’s family history. Orphaned by femicide, Lili had to reconnect with her father after years of isolation. Through old notes and song lyrics — her father was a famous Brazilian singer — she discovered a path toward forgiveness and her own healing through art.

5 dancers
16 minutes

THE CREATIVE PARTNERSHIP

The Music of Movement

Many of my creations feature original soundtracks by the acclaimed composer Ed Côrtes, known for his work on the Oscar-nominated film City of God. Our partnership combines choreography and music into a single, indivisible artistic body, creating a potent and uniquely Brazilian sonic and visual landscape for the stage.

Let's connect

I am currently in Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival and available to connect.

Whether you are interested in a finished spectacle, a new creation, or an immersive workshop, I would love to hear from you.