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Avantgardey | |
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| Origin | Japan |
| Years active | 2022–present |
| Publisher | Akane Kikaku |
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| Website | akanekikaku |
Avantgardey (アバンギャルディ) is a Japanese dance troupe that performs internationally and in Japan. It was founded by the dance choreographer Akane in 2022.
History
[edit]Akane is the founder and lead choreographer of Avantgardey in 2022 and the dance troupe was managed under choreographer’s independent production banner Akane Kikaku. Avantgardey is a troupe of 16 female dancers who wear jumper skirt uniforms and bob hairstyles. They perform highly synchronized routines. They reportedly have exaggerated expressions[1] and deadpan stares.[2] According to the Japanese government, the troupe has worldwide popularity.[3]
Some of the dancers were originally from the Tomioka High School dance club.[4] Akane is the founder and lead choreographer.
The group participated in the USA on television in 2023 on America's Got Talent.[5][4] Their choreography has been described as precise, humor laced, and quirky.[6]
The troupe has appeared in Singapore [7][8] and Hong Kong.[9] The troupe has performed in Malaysia[10] and Taiwan.[2] In Malaysia, one of their performances was attended by the Ambassador of Japan to Malaysia.[3]
The Government of Macau has designated the troupe as "internationally renowned".[11]
Avantgardey is a recipient of the Blooming Yako Flowering Award.[12]
Members
[edit]The members of the dance troupe are: Nona, Pani, Moca, Fuka, Seira, Nagano, Ayane, Sono, Harune, Miyuu, Macchan, Aimu, Kotone, Kohana, Chacha and Ui.[4]
Former members:
Mizuho - until June 7, 2023
- Kanami - until August 1, 2023
- Aoi - until April 6, 2024
- Rico - until April 6, 2024
- Oya - until March 21, 2026
References
[edit]- ↑ Cantonese, Alice Yam for RFA (February 16, 2024). "Japanese dance group's take on a TikTok hit irks Hong Kong". Radio Free Asia.
- 1 2 "Japanese dance troupe Avantgardey's Taipei performance goes viral | Taiwan News | Nov. 22, 2023 10:49". taiwannews.com.tw. November 22, 2023.
- 1 2 "Ambassador Shikata attended Avantgardey Asia Tour Malaysia | Embassy of Japan in Malaysia". www.my.emb-japan.go.jp.
- 1 2 3 Beusman, Callie (September 2, 2024). "The Eccentric Charms of Avantgardey".
- ↑ "How Dance Crew Avantgardey Won the Season's Instant Save Vote". NBC. September 21, 2023.
- ↑ "Cover Story: Avantgardey on their unique dance troupe and their movement mission". November 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Daily roundup: Avantgardey's Singapore concert filled with nods to local culture including laksa tasting — and other top stories today". AsiaOne. March 12, 2026.
- ↑ "Q&A with Japanese dance group Avantgardey: Rehearsal secrets, staying in sync". CNA Lifestyle.
- ↑ "Avantgardey returns to Hong Kong this March to perform Cantonese hits and an energetic dance". 25 February 2026.
- ↑ L, Amanda (January 7, 2026). "Avantgardey to make first Borneo performance at ACG Concert on Jan 31".
- ↑ "【Internationally-renowned】Avantgardey makes dazzling debut in Macao to dance & leap with Chibi Maruko Chan and MAK MAK". November 5, 2025.
- ↑ "令和7年度「咲くやこの花賞」の受賞者を決定しました ～ 贈呈式に700名を招待します ～". 大阪市.
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