Deutsches Tanzarchiv

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Do you know the story of the Sacharoffs? A couple, artists at heart, one a writer, the other a choreographer, they spent their lives immersed in the dance world. The Deutsches Tanzarchiv in Cologne holds their story – their personal archive, their dreams and their legacy. Behind these walls, their very lives are kept safe. In 1948, Kurt Peters, a dancer and dance educator, founded the Deutsches Tanzarchiv in Hamburg. After 17 years, in 1965, it found its new home in Cologne – just a few steps from where we stand now. The archive is more than just a dusty collection of old photos, costumes and journals. It’s a treasure trove of knowledge. The Deutsches Tanzarchiv documents dance history with dedication, collects the stories of its masters and makes dance knowledge accessible to everyone. This archive is a window into the past, a place where you can experience the power and emotions of dance, even if you just stand silently before its doors.

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