Nejib Ben Khalfallah facts for kids
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Nejib Ben Khalfallah
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Khalfallah in 2015
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| Born | 1967 |
| Died | 24 July 2020 (aged 52–53) |
| Nationality | Tunisian |
| Occupation | Dancer Choreographer |
Nejib Ben Khalfallah (Arabic: نجيب بن خلف الله) (1967 – 24 July 2020) was a famous Tunisian dancer and choreographer. He was known for his creative dance shows and his important role in modern dance in Tunisia.
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Nejib Ben Khalfallah: A Pioneer of Dance
Nejib Ben Khalfallah is seen as one of the first people to bring modern dance to Tunisia. He started dancing in 1984. He joined a special workshop for contemporary dance led by Imed Jemâa.
His Early Life and Dance Journey
In 1992, Nejib took part in a dance show called Nuit blanche. This show won first prize at a dance festival in Bagnolet, France. This was an early success for him.
Throughout the 1990s, Nejib worked with many important people in Tunisian dance and theater. These included famous artists like Raja Ben Ammar and Taoufik Jebali. From 1993 until his death in 2020, he created and directed many dance performances.
One of his shows, Fausse couche, caused some discussion in 2017. The title was considered sensitive by some people. After this, Nejib decided to change the name of the show and remove its posters.
Notable Dance Works
Nejib Ben Khalfallah created several memorable dance pieces. Here are some of his main choreographies:
- Mnema (2012)
- Jardin d'amour (2014)
- Fausse couche (2017)
Work in Cinema
Besides his work in dance, Nejib Ben Khalfallah also appeared in a film. He was part of the movie:
- Thala mon amour (2016)
