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Rima Pipoyan is a pioneering Armenian choreographer, director, dancer, and educator, blending modern ballet, contemporary movement, martial arts, and cultural gesture. Founder of RP dance company, Choreogarphy foundation, and Modern Dance Educational system, she has brought Armenian contemporary dance to international stages, acclaimed for her bold, poetic, and transformative artistic voice.

It’s by Falling that we Rise


An early work by Rima Pipoyan, It’s by Fallings that We Rise (2007) explores philosophical concepts inspired by Chinese culture, focusing on the idea of self-sacrifice and transcendence through struggle.

The performance unfolds as a physical and spiritual journey where movement reflects both fragility and strength. Drawing inspiration from Chinese philosophy, the dancers embody cycles of falling and rising, suggesting that every downfall contains the seed of renewal. Through sacrifice and resilience, the work meditates on humanity’s quest for meaning, salvation, and the pursuit of higher ideals.


  • Choreography and idea: Rima Pipoyan
  • Cast: Ara Asaturyan, Lusine Qeyan, Rima Pipoyan, Mariam Karapetyan, Syuzanna Babayan, Armine Avetisyan
  • Duration: 30 min


Rima Pipoyan

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