Idan Cohen

Idan Cohen, is the Artistic Director of Ne. Sans Opera & Dance. Established in 2017 in Vancouver, Canada, Ne. Sans is dedicated to reimagining and reconnecting opera and contemporary dance.

Idan's innovative approach has led to acclaimed productions such as Orfeo ed Euridice, a collaboration with Vancouver Opera and The Dance Centre, and I Capuleti e i Montecchi, presented at Teatro Massimo in Palermo, Italy.

One of Ne. Sans’ most celebrated work is Take This Waltz, an interdisciplinary piece blending opera, dance, and visual storytelling. Inspired by Leonard Cohen’s music and poetry and co-produced by Vancouver Opera, Pacific Opera Victoria and Chutzpah festival, the production explores themes of love, longing, and transformation. 

Performers featured are Canadian bass-baritone Daniel Okulitch, dancer/musician Ted Littlemore and a classical chamber ensemble of Cello, violin, and accordion.