Hofesh Shechter

Biography

Hofesh Shechter is a British choreographer, dancer, and composer born in Jerusalem, Israel in 1975. He founded the Hofesh Shechter Company, an artistic director role that showcases his multidisciplinary work. With a background in piano and folk dance, Shechter transitioned to dance at 15, navigating the complexities of his military service while preserving his career, ultimately graduating to leading roles in Batsheva Dance Company and collaborating with prominent choreographers.