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SVETLIN TRAVIS (1985), born in Sofia, Bulgaria, is an Amsterdam-based choreographer, performer, and visual artist. He studied drama, animation, and puppetry at Theatre ‘SLON’ Sofia, graduated from NUTI ballet school, and earned a BA in Choreography from Rotterdam Dance Academy CODARTS. In 2012, he founded MNFST Dance Company, performing at major festivals across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, including Fringe Festival Amsterdam, Jumping Frames Hong Kong, ikonoTV L.A., Museumnacht Amsterdam and Melbourne Tram Museum to name few.

Travis was featured at the International Biennial for Contemporary Art #1 Cartagena (2014). He performed as a guest dancer at Dutch National Ballet Amsterdam (2017) and debuted at Venice Biennale (2024). He developed 3D Release, a unique dance style blending Floorwork and Cunningham techniques, characterized by fluid, three-dimensional movement sequences. His site-specific, multidisciplinary works feature minimalist style with science fiction elements.

Manifest Dance Productions aims to reach diverse audiences through various artistic practices, from photography to site-specific performances. Travis combines soundscapes, lighting, and movement to create striking visuals, often incorporating alternative light sources, 3D mapping, smoke, and shadows. For 12 years, Manifest Dance Company has been influential in the art underground, collaborating with independent performers and creatives to bring contemporary dance to wider audiences.

RIAN BORLAND Born in southern California, Rian grew up immersed in both entertainment and the arts, training with Ballet Pacifica and Debbie Allen Dance Academy. After a knee injury ended her ballet career at Oregon Ballet Theatre, she transitioned to music, TV, and film.

During her 15-year entertainment career, she spent a decade at The Walt Disney Company in television animation. Rian was part of the producing team for the Peabody award-winning show The Owl House and the revival of Phineas & Ferb.

Led a global team of numerous creatives across time zones, serving as primary manager and liaison with overseas studios, directing 80 artists per studio and coordinated network executives and departments to ensure high-end quality deliverables.

Following her departure from studio entertainment in 2025, Rian stepped into the role of executive director at MNFST, returning to her artistic roots – where her passion truly lies. Her diverse background and multi-faceted skillset enables her creative partners to work freely and their vision to be executed to its fullest extent effectively.

Performers

Working on a project basis, these artists balance own creative pursuits, whilst regularly contributing to MNFST’s current repertoire. Autonomous and multifaceted professionals, they operate independently within the artistic community, maintaining ongoing collaborations with Svetlin’s team. Featured as guest performers in past productions too, they remain integral to upcoming works and strategic initiatives of MNFST.
Feel free to connect with them! Whether for professional opportunities or artistic dialogue, we welcome your correspondence!

KIM HOOGTERP (Eindhoven, 1989) is a dance artist, dramaturg, and dance theorist based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. She trained in contemporary dance, ballet, and competition gymnastics from an early age. After completing a professional dance program, she earned a BA in Dance at the Fontys Academy of the Arts in 2013, followed by an MA in Contemporary Theatre, Dance, and Dramaturgy from Utrecht University in 2021. Her solo Ragmanrolls (2013) was featured at international festivals in Amsterdam, Lisbon, and Bilbao between 2014-2015.

As a dancer, Hoogterp has collaborated with numerous choreographers including Gabriella Maiorino, Lana Coporda, and Mouna Laroussi. She has also worked with visual artists like Iris Woutera and Sergio Grdelli. She has performed at various prestigious venues and festivals across Europe, including Nuit Blanche Paris, Over het IJ festival, and Art Rotterdam.

Hoogterp currently serves as a dramaturg for CYR wheel artist Natalie Miles and lectures at several institutions, including Utrecht University and Amsterdam Academy of the Arts. She has presented her research on hybridity in dance at various academies and works as a writer for arts organizations.

URI EUGENIO is an Amsterdam-based dancer, teacher, and choreographer who studied at the Fontys School of the Arts in Tilburg. He has worked with notable companies like Scapino Ballet and LeineRoebana, performing across Europe, Asia, and the United States. His achievements include nominations for the Jacques de Leeuw Young Top Talent Award and the VSCD dance award.

With over 12 years of teaching experience, Uri has instructed at prestigious institutions including the Amsterdam University of the Arts and CODARTS. He continues teaching at the Amsterdam Dance Centre, focusing on body conscience, musicality, and spatial awareness.
Recently, Uri has concentrated on solo work and cross-disciplinary collaborations. In 2023, he created ‘Suite B.’ with cellist Pieter de Koe and collaborated with visual artist Noam Ben-Jacov on ‘Between Intimacy and Alienation’ and his most recent full-length solo ‘From Grey to Blue’.

GIULIA CENNI is a contemporary dancer and performer who has collaborated with renowned companies worldwide. Her foundation in dance was established at Balletto di Toscana under Cristina Bozzolini’s guidance, followed by her time with Cie Twain.

Her career highlights include performing with Anton Lachky at La Biennale di Venezia, working with Wee dance company in Germany, and collaborating with Faso Danse Théâtre across Europe and Africa. In 2021, she joined “El Público” directed by Gustavo Ramirez Sansano, and has since performed at prestigious venues including the Grand Théâtre de la Ville de Luxembourg.

Currently with Manifest Dance Company, Giulia also teaches yoga in Amsterdam. She is pursuing a degree in Neuroscience, combining her passion for movement with an academic understanding of body-mind connections.

NACHO SANZ FERNANDEZ is a freelance dancer based in Amsterdam. Starting with flamenco and Spanish folk dance at age 4, he later trained professionally in contemporary dance in Madrid. After working with Spanish choreographers for two years, he moved to Amsterdam to further his career. He has since collaborated with local choreographers and performed at festivals like the Amsterdam Fringe Festival.

This remarkable dancer has demonstrated exceptional versatility and artistic prowess through a series of high-profile performances and collaborations. In 2024, he secured a prestigious role in the Dutch National Opera’s production of “Rigoletto”. His artistic range is further exemplified by their involvement in Fringe festival performances, including “Rite van wat was” by Margarida Constantinos. Notable collaborations include works with renowned choreographers such as Dana Raz and Antonio Ruz. As a choreographer, he has contributed to contemporary works and music videos, showcasing multifaceted talent in the performing arts industry across Europe.