MOVING BALKANS CONTEMPORARY DANCE SHOWCASE LAUNCHES WITH 10 PERFORMANCES AND 6 PROJECT PRESENTATIONS DANCE SCAPE – 10–13 MAY 2025
Ljubljana · Rijeka · Zagreb
The countdown has begun. From 10 to 13 May 2025, the first edition of the Moving Balkans Contemporary Dance Showcase will light up the stages of Ljubljana, Rijeka, and Zagreb with a curated programme of contemporary dance, spotlighting some of the most exciting voices from the Balkans today.
This year’s selection features 10 live performances, curated to reflect the richness and diversity of contemporary dance in the region. From deeply personal solos to large-scale productions, the performances promise to challenge form, provoke thought, and move audiences. The featured choreographers and collectives include:
- Patricia Apergi (GR), Aerites Dance Company (GR)
- Simone Aughterlony (CH) & Saša Božić (HR), de facto theatre group (HR)
- Filiz Bozkurt Al (TR), GONG Sahne (TR)
- Emese Cuhorka & Csaba Molnár (HU), En-Knap Group (SI)
- Simona Deaconescu (RO) & Vanessa Goodman (CA), Tangaj Collective (RO) & Action at a Distance (CA)
- Stanislav Genadiev & Violeta Vitanova (BG)
- Linda Kapetanea & Jozef Fruček (GR), RootlessRoot (GR)
- Christiana Kosiari (GR)
- Barbara Matijević (HR) & Giuseppe Chico (IT), Premier Stratagème (FR) & Omnibus (HR)
- Marko Milić (RS)
👉 READ MORE ABOUT THE ARTISTS: HERE
👉 READ MORE ABOUT THE PERFORMANCES: HERE
In addition to the performances, the showcase features 6 project presentations – Dance Scape, short-format works or works-in-progress that offer programmers, producers, and dance professionals a unique opportunity to engage with artists. Designed to foster collaboration and co-production, the initiative provides professional guidance to help artists refine their project ideas and maximise visibility. This year, Dance Scape presents:
- Jan Rozman (SI)
- Magdalena Reiter (SI/PL), Mirabelka Productions
- Aris Papadopoulos & Martha Pasakopoulou (GR), arisandmartha
- Gentian Doda (AL/DE), was bleibt kollektiv | Gentian Doda
- Ivana Balabánová (MK)
- Sofia Mavragani (GR), FINGERSIX
👉 READ MORE ABOUT THE DANCE SCAPE ARTISTS: HERE
Alongside the performances and presentations, the showcase includes a side programme of talks, informal gatherings, and networking opportunities. Expect carefully curated moments to connect with fellow programmers, discover new talents, and exchange ideas in a supportive setting. Among the highlights is Aperitif with Artists – a speed-dating-style session between artists and programmers. Organised in small group meetings, the session offers a chance to meet the artists that interest you in an informal setting with drinks and snacks. Despite its informal tone, the session will be moderated to ensure a smooth and productive exchange.
👉 ACCESS THE FULL SCHEDULE: HERE
At its core, Moving Balkans is more than a showcase – it’s a regional platform and network dedicated to supporting and strengthening contemporary dance in the Balkans. By fostering collaboration, visibility, and artistic exchange, the platform responds to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by artists from the region. It connects independent artists, organisations, and audiences through a shared commitment to experimentation, sustainability, and transnational solidarity.
With international guests, local audiences, and a dynamic line-up of artists, Moving Balkans Contemporary Dance Showcase 2025 promises to be a key event for anyone passionate about the power of movement to reflect and reimagine the world around us.
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About Moving Balkans:
Moving Balkans Contemporary Dance Platform brings together leading dance organisations from across the region. Through festivals, workshops, and touring programmes, the platform seeks to drive innovation, create opportunities for artistic exchange, and build a vibrant and connected contemporary dance ecosystem in the Balkans.
The project is co-funded by the European Union and the National Culture Fund of Bulgaria
