After its successful premiere in Kazanlak, the visual dance performance “The Scent of Violets” continues its journey beyond Bulgaria. The project by Derida Company was presented to an international audience in Slovenia as part of the program of the cultural organization Zavod za kulturo, turizem in šport Murska Sobota.
On March 27 at 7:00 PM, the performance was shown at Park Theater in Murska Sobota, reaching a new audience and expanding its cultural context. The presentation in Slovenia reinforces the project’s direction toward international development and exchange, placing Bulgarian contemporary performing arts in dialogue with the European stage.
Inspired by the works of Ivan Milev and the text of Nikolay Raynov, the visual performance continues to explore themes such as belonging, love, and inner strength through a combination of contemporary dance, digital environment, and original music.
What’s Next
“The Scent of Violets” is entering a new phase of its development. The performance has been recorded in VR format by Enia Belak, allowing audiences to experience it in an entirely immersive way.
The VR version of the performance is set to be presented in four different districts of Sofia, bringing the art to new audiences beyond traditional theater spaces. This initiative continues the project’s mission to combine innovation and accessibility, turning contemporary art into a shared urban experience.
By moving between stage, city, and virtual reality, “The Scent of Violets” establishes itself as a project that not only tells stories but also explores new ways for audiences to experience them.
