Together with dancers Catharina Vehre Gresslien, Ludvig Daae, and Ida Wigdel, choreographer Ingun Bjørnsgaard investigates human fallibility, relational misunderstandings, and the desire to do what is right. Inspired by the book Skikk og bruk – the Norwegian etiquette manual (1960), the work offers a playful approach to social behavior and shame, subtly and elegantly exploring how we try to navigate the many social codes that shape our daily lives.

Visually, the piece is characterized by sculptural movement, shifting tempos, and ever-transforming tableaux. Composer Jan Martin Smørdal’s music interacts with the choreography in a precise yet fragile world. The result is a quietly layered performance experience, rich in humor, control, and chaos—where imperfection becomes a quality in its own right.