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여기를 클릭 후 크롬 등 브라우저에서 제공하는 한국어 번역을 이용하실 수 있습니다. A School, Somewhere in the World
By Stavros Stavrou, EC Member of ASSITEJ International It was the first day of the World Congress in Cuba when I was walking towards the venue of the Small Countries Network event, accompanied by one of the Congress’ amazing volunteers. “This is my old school”, he told me enthusiastically, pointing at a small, old building on the street side. “Let’s go inside”, he added in Spanish. A few moments later, we were greeted by a smiling lady, who I realized was the school’s Director, as well as by a dozen children in uniform, who dropped their pencils on the desk, excited to introduce themselves to us. Looking back, I think it was that moment that made me realize the importance of holding the Congress in a country like Cuba. I keep in memory the kindness of the Director, and the enthusiasm of the volunteer, but above all I keep the excitement of those children and the shining smiles on their faces. They are indeed the “voices of a new world”, a world which is often unfair and harsh; a world -however- which at the same time is colourful and vibrant. These children -in many cases coping in very difficult conditions- keep reminding us that the right of every child to education and culture should not be taken for granted. These children also represent their region; a region which -until my trip to Cuba- I had little interaction with. I really admired the passion of the Cuban people and their determination to make the Congress a success. I also admired their pride in their country and their enthusiasm for welcoming the whole ASSITEJ community to Havana. Above all, however, I feel that I have returned home not only having met Cuba and its culture; but also, the whole of the South American region. We certainly owe this to the South American delegates and artists, the music and the food, but also to the passion and creativity of the Ibero-American Network. This focus on “region” was probably my main takeaway from the ASSITEJ World Congress in Cuba and the ASSITEJ Artistic Gathering in Serbia. “Region” is all about what we share. “Region” is also about identity. But most importantly, “region” is the strength we gain by being together. “Region” will also play an important role in the work of our Association in the years to come. As it was announced in Havana, each three-year cycle will consist of a World Congress and only one Artistic Gathering instead of two. This will give ASSITEJ the opportunity to work more on regional development, with more details to share once we have learned whether we are successful in the next EU Network application. I strongly believe that a regional focus will enable National Centres and Networks to build strong collaborations and projects, which may in turn lead to wider collaborations on a global level. The ASSITEJ World Congress in Cuba also holds a special place in my heart because of my election to the Executive Committee. I am sure that this is the case for all the newly elected members of the Committee, but also for our amazing colleagues who were re-elected in May. The regional development programme is only a small part of all the ambitious plans that this great Association has for the years to come. I am sure that the next three years will have in store many beautiful moments, but also some difficult ones. During these difficult moments, let’s all remember that in a small, old school somewhere, there will always be a dozen children who will drop their pencils on the desks, ready to meet the beauty of this world….
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| Call for ASSITEJ Artistic Gathering 2025 Professional Exchange Programme | | | ASSITEJ International and Scènes d'enfance - ASSITEJ France is calling for applications to take part in the Professional Exchange Programme at the event. This will include a diverse programme of symposia, conferences, talks, workshops, round tables, night evenings, and social events. We invite professionals, networks, companies, and institutions - international and French - to apply to contribute to the programme of meetings, events, and exchanges. The Professional Exchange Programme at "Bright Generations - Générations Lumineuses" aims to promote international exchanges and cooperation, as well as highlight new advocacy for creativity for children and youth and their cultural rights. View open call> Lire en français> Leer en español> |
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 | | | | IIAN Board Appointments | | | IIAN At the Board meeting in Havana, Cuba on 1 June 2024, the IIAN Chair and Secretary both announced they wished to step down from their positions. Nishna Mehta will leave the Board but remain the Champion for India and we are very grateful for her excellent leadership. Vicky Ireland will stay as a Board member. IIAN is therefore looking for individuals interested in taking up these crucial roles within the organisation. If they are appointed externally, they will automatically become a board member. Deadline: 16 August 2024 More information> |
 | | | | Open Call for INAF25 - Are You Kidding Me? | | | ASSITEJ Norway "Are You Kidding Me?" is the name of the next International Norwegian ASSITEJ Festival (INAF) 6th – 10th May 2025, in Oslo! We are thrilled to announce our open call and this year we are shining a spotlight on humor in TYA. We are looking for both performances and workshops for our new festival format with a heavy emphasis on workshops for professionals in TYA. 🌎🌍🌏 Oslo, Norway 🗓 6 - 10 May 2025
Deadline: 25 August 2024 More information> Apply here> |
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 | | | | Open Call: DIRECTORS IN TYA – An International Exchange 2025 | | | ASSITEJ Germany FUNDUS THEATER and ASSITEJ Germany invite directors from all over the world to the next issue of DIRECTORS IN TYA from June 22nd-29th 2025 in Hamburg. Topic: Reassembling the world: Intergenerational and international alliances in TYA. How can artistic practices connect audiences from around the world? What message would the children from your local community send to a group of adult artists? How can intergenerational and international alliances inspire our TYA practice? 🌎🌍🌏 Hamburg, Germany 🗓 22 - 29 June 2025
Deadline: 1 October 2024 More information> |
 | | | | 2025 ISPA Global Fellowship | | | ISPA We are delighted to announce the launch of ISPA's 2025 Global Fellowship and our search for the program's 19th cohort! Applications are open now. We're looking for emerging to mid-career leaders working in the management of the professional performing arts who are committed to increasing the global connectivity of the industry. Selected participants receive ISPA membership, congress registration, and a travel subsidy to attend the 2025 New York Congress (January 14 – 16). Applicants from all regions of the world are encouraged to apply, with particular attention paid to those from regions with developing economies.
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 | | | | NAKS 2024 Program is Out! | | | ASSITEJ Estonia ASSITEJ Estonia is excited to announce that the NAKS Festival 2024 program is out! Get a full experience festival pass now with a reduced price until the 1st of September. The International Theatre Festival for Young Audiences NAKS 2024 will showcase the versatility of theatre for children and youngsters, breaking down artistic and thematic boundaries and engaging audiences in an honest way. It presents theatre in all its diversity: visual theatre, puppet theatre, spoken word, dance, music, and contemporary circus. The programme is designed for audiences who generally have fewer theatrical experiences, such as infants or young people with special needs. 🌎🌍🌏 Tartu, Estonia 🗓 5 - 9 November 2024 Read more> |
 | | | | ASSITEJ SA: Pushing Boundaries for Young Minds | | | ASSITEJ South Africa ASSITEJ SA has been delighted to host playwright and novelist, Fikry El Azzouzi in South Africa, first at the Vrystaat Kunste Fees, and then in Johannesburg, at a workshop held at the Windybrow Arts Centre, for ten playwrights. This playwriting exchange project aims to develop new work for 11-15-year-olds, supported by the Government of Flanders. Read more> |
 | | | | The European Theatre Convention Green Book | | | Sustainability Section Major theatres in 25 European countries have made a promise to reduce their carbon emissions to at least zero by 2030 as part of a plan, coordinated by the European Theatre Convention (ETC)*, to create a “more sustainable, conscious, mindful and just future”. In 2021, the 46 theatres which were back then members of the European Theatre Convention (ETC) network, drawn from 25 countries, pledged to become climate neutral by 2030 – stressing that they will make changes to activity across their buildings and theatrical productions. This is part of a wide-ranging plan to create a “more green, sustainable, conscious, mindful and just future.” Read more> |
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 | | | | "Playground" at SEGNI | | | ASSITEJ Italy For those who did not see it in Cuba: PLAYGROUND by the Memory Wax company will be staged at SEGNI New Generations Festival on October 20th and 21st 2024. SAVE THE DATE: SEGNI New Generations Festival - 6 October to 4 November 2024 🌎🌍🌏 Mantua, Italy 🗓 20 & 21 October 2024
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 | | | | 1st Mitsikouri International Performing Arts Festival For Children And Young People | | | ASSITEJ Cyprus ASSITEJ Cyprus is proudly announcing the organization of the 1st Mitsikouri International Performing Arts Festival for Children and Young People. The Festival will take place from 26 October to 3 November 2024 in Nicosia, Limassol, and the village of Lefkara and will host productions from countries such as Spain, Italy, Greece, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Cyprus. The Festival will also feature a rich parallel program, with workshops, lectures, open discussions, and other activities, aimed at children and young people, arts professionals, as well as the public. More information as well as the full Festival programme will be announced soon. The main sponsor of the Festival is the Deputy Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Cyprus. The Festival logo has been designed by the distinguished Cypriot artist Giorgos Tsangaris. |
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| Article Section | | | | Looking Back: AWC 2024 - Voices of A New World |
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| by Nishna Mehta | | | | Celebrating Africa! | | | 25th May marks the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organisation of African Unity, now known as the African Union. While eavesdropping on conversations at the Opening Ceremony to collect stories, I overheard Chris saying that it’s wonderful that we celebrate the people from around the world who are present at ASSITEJ festivals but that there is always a palpable absence of our friends and colleagues who wanted to, but cannot, attend – whether because of funding, immigration or other logistical challenges. Read full article> |
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