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What do we lose when we always try to be liked? Through (break)dance, clowning, and physical comedy, Cristian Boscheri explores how our need for approval shapes relationships, weakens boundaries, and distorts our sense of justice and connection.

With raw movement and unexpected humor, he exposes the exhausting emotional acrobatics behind niceness. Cristian invites you to join him on a journey full of tension, release, and play, a search for honesty, presence, and the courage to be seen as we are.

About Tent Paars
Hiphop centre Cypher HQ presents a unique mix of hiphop, dance, breaking, rap, spoken word, dance jams, battles and more in Tent Paars. From creation to education and event production: Cypher HQ builds a future for street culture – empowering, connecting and innovative.

Be surprised by performances from both (inter)national artists and local talent. Get ready for an exciting blend of rehearsed and improvised acts. Expect the unexpected and dive into the vibrant world of street culture!

About the artist
Cristian Boscheri is an Italian artist, dancer and comedian based in Rotterdam. He started out as an engineer, but his heart pulled him in another direction. After winning his first national breakdance championship in 2009, Cristian developed into a versatile performer. In 2023, he won Open Your Mind, one of the leading international competitions for experimental dance. His work is physical, playful and full of unexpected turns. Since 2022, he also performs as a stand-up comedian – in 2025 he was a finalist at the Comedy Talent Award, the stage for new comedy voices from the Netherlands and Belgium.