VR, Cinema, and Contemporary Dance in a Special Evening at Derida Stage with En–Knap Dance Company
The Slovenian dance company En–Knap returns to Bulgaria with a special selection of dance films and dance in virtual reality. The events will take place on: Admission is free for all events. TEASER The program for each evening includes a presentation of Stage360 — dance in a VR environment — and a screening of a […]
Dancing Histor(Y)ies 2026 | March with us: from Italian festivals to global discussions
March is shaping up to be a bit of a whirlwind—the good kind! We have a packed calendar featuring on-site workshops in Italy, scientific exchanges in Poland, and a deep dive into accessibility online. Whether you’re a cultural operator, a researcher, or just someone who believes art can breathe new life into ancient stones, there’s […]
Kazanlak Welcomes the Premiere of the Visual Dance Performance “Scent of Violets” by Derida Dance Company and a Special Visual Mapping on the Facade of the Art Gallery
On March 20 and 21, 2026, the Kazanlak Art Gallery will host two events combining contemporary dance, visual technologies, and electronic music. The program begins on March 20 at 7:30 PM with a special urban event—an architectural visual mapping and open-air DJ set, followed by the premiere of the visual dance performance “Scent of Violets” […]
Invitation to the Final Event of the Project“Dancing Histor(Y)ies” / “Dancing Histories”
We are pleased to invite you to the final event presenting the results of the three-year international European project “Dancing Histor(Y)ies” (“Dancing Histories”), implemented by Derida Company and its partners. The event will take place on March 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Derida Stage (32 Tsar Samuil St., Sofia). During the meeting, we will […]
“Whisper from the Past” Comes to Life: Derida Company’s Second Visit and Premiere Date Announced for “Scent of Violets” in Kazanlak
The project “Whisper from the Past” by Derida Company has entered its decisive technical phase. After our first trip in January, which was dedicated to finalizing research activities and immersing ourselves in the cultural heritage of Kazanlak, our second visit (February 20–23, 2026) laid the foundations for the physical development of the performance and the […]
MOVING BALKANS: OPEN CALLFOR PRODUCERS & CULTURALMANAGERS (CONTEMPORARY DANCE)
24–29 June 2026, Sofia Are you a producer or cultural manager working in contemporary dance and the performing arts? Do you have at least 2 years of professional experience and want to strengthen your skills in fundraising, project development, touring, festival, and artist management while expanding your international network? We invite you to apply for […]
Dancing Histor(Y)ies 2026
📢 Spreading the word: partners in action As we step into this latest chapter of our journey, the rhythm of the project is shifting from creation to conversation. We are thrilled to announce that Dancing Histories has officially entered its dissemination phase. While our collective work has been brewing behind the scenes, it is now […]
Dancing Histor(Y)ies 2026
Dancing Histor(y)ies YouTube Channel: a living archive of movement and memory A memory of the tough work held by partners and dance companies has been collected and is now available on the website and social media. This channel is amazingly testifying the engagement of local partners and local people and aimed at summarizing and presenting […]
Delegate Registrations Open for Moving Balkans Showcase 2026
Registration form: https://forms.gle/34UKNhtS5CeqQ3B78Save the date: 13–16 May 2026, Novi Sad, Serbia We are delighted to open delegate registrations for the 2026 edition of the Moving Balkans Contemporary Dance Showcase. Taking place this spring in Novi Sad, this gathering will spotlight bold choreographic voices, emerging talents, and leading professionals from across the Balkans. By joining as […]
Derida Company Takes Part in CANAL 2026 – a Leading International Platform for Contemporary Dance in Paris
The team of Derida Company – Atanas Maev (CEO) and Jivko Jelyazkov (Artistic Director and Choreographer) – was officially invited to take part in CANAL 2026 / 8th Edition, organized by the Centre national de la danse (CND) – France’s National Centre for Dance. The event took place on 29–30 January 2026 in Vitry-sur-Seine, part […]