Tony Rizzi, born in 1965 in West Newton, USA, is a performer, choreographer and interdisciplinary artist whose work blurs the boundaries between dance, theatre and the visual arts and defies convention. Described as “trashy yet meaningful”, his work blends humour, unease and empathy, exploring themes of failure, sexuality and the artistic life. By blending life and art, Rizzi creates haunting, instinct-driven performances that remind us what it means to be human. Tony Rizzi was named Dancer of the Year 2024/25 by tanz magazine; he has collaborated with William Forsythe and Jan Fabre for decades.