Wanted Posse

In the early 90s, Ahmada Bahassane created the Wanted Posse, a crew that immediately found its own style. Its original body language mixed with unusual musical influences made it stand out in the world of new style hip hop, house and break dance. Acknowledged and respected among the underground shows and battles, the Wanted Posse evolved with time and, as it got involved in choreographic creations, started acquiring an artistic maturity. In 2001, they won recognition: the Wanted Posse were awarded world champions at the Battle Of The Year in Germany. The crew gave then new opportunities for its artists, who either performed in famous choreographers’ creations (Kamel OUALI, REHDA, Blanca LI), along with international singers (MADONNA, Robbie WILLIAMS, AKHENATON, Kery JAMES) and in cult productions (« Macadam Macadam », « Le Roi Soleil », « Les 10 Commandements », « Roméo et Juliette », the « Folies Bergères » revues, the movie « Le Défi »). The Wanted Posse didn’t forget their roots for all that, as it is in the company’s own creations that the artists surpass themselves. Each of them being both dancer and choreographer, they invented each new show together. Their bond on and backstage naturally led to an incredible symbiosis. The production of new choreographic forms reflecting the diversity of their origins and cultural inspirations became their trademark. African and Asian dances, pantsula, tap dance… each style was transformed and adapted for a unique « melt’hip hop ». From the hypersensitive « Bad Moves » to the cheerful « Konexion » and even the spiritual « Transe », the Wanted Posse surprised us and carried us away. As committed artists, they eventually brought us to an initiation journey to discover their « Racines » (roots) and bravely led a « Revolution » full of hopes and freedom. Societal issues inspire the most recent creations. The artists take the stage more dramatically and approach dance more personally. These creations also reflect the Wanted Posse Company History, from the battles to the stage. They prove their maturity and unstoppable will to reinvent dance.