A Unique Experience
Step into a world of movement, art, and discovery in the heart of Belgrade. Four breathtaking performances will reveal stories told—raw, captivating, and unlike anything you’ve experienced before. We’ll share the story behind each piece and offer you a way to see and understand the artists' philosophy and vision.
An experimental, immersive experience—performances accompanied by the captivating atmosphere of an art exhibition. Explore works by Serbia-based artists before the show, and enjoy the party vibe with a vibrant community of art lovers.
An experimental, immersive experience—performances accompanied by the captivating atmosphere of an art exhibition. Explore works by Serbia-based artists before the show, and enjoy the party vibe with a vibrant community of art lovers.
Dance & Body Performance Days
Dec, 1 at Dorćol Platz
Dec, 1 at Dorćol Platz
4 performances, with breaks and intermission
Event timing is approximate and may be changed by the organizer
December 1, Dorćol Platz
Dobračina, 59b, Dorćol, Belgrade
16:00
Doors open for the exhibition
17:00 – 18:00
Pre-party kicks off: bar opens, welcome drinks & snacks, exhibition continues
18:00 – 20:00
20:00
Official program wraps, afterparty with the artists
Performance day Schedule
WE'LL TELL YOU
HOW TO SEE
HOW TO SEE
We’re here to help you connect with the art of dance.
With insightful intros and reflective outros for each performance, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the movements and emotions on stage as the stories unfold.
With insightful intros and reflective outros for each performance, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the movements and emotions on stage as the stories unfold.
FOUR PERFORMERS —
FOUR STORIES
MARTA PAJARES
Dancer and performer born in Barcelona. Graduated in contemporary dance and performance at PERA-GAU University, 2023. They are currently doing a master’s degree in Comparative Studies in Art, Literature and Thought. They pursue the search for a personal artistic language, emphasizing visual aesthetics, interest in videography and the latent matter of a moving and burning body.
In Barcelona, they work with the company of new scenographic formats La Taimada, within they perform the duet "Filia et Fobia", awarded first prize in the Choreographic Contest of Madrid, 2020. They also work with LaFonte and Xavier Gumà dance companies.
In Barcelona, they work with the company of new scenographic formats La Taimada, within they perform the duet "Filia et Fobia", awarded first prize in the Choreographic Contest of Madrid, 2020. They also work with LaFonte and Xavier Gumà dance companies.
PRETENTIOUSLY HONEST |
HONESTLY PRETENTIOUS
HONESTLY PRETENTIOUS
A solo performance that speaks about being alone and the significance of this kind of work. What does it mean to work alone? What connotations are attached to these types of work and to the people who do them? How much ego is necessary to use, and how much ego is necessary to destroy?
This piece is designed, from the first moment, for the audience, for the viewer, for joy. I see myself through the mirror, and so I see you, audience, when the mirror fades. I see you, and you see me. This is our connection. Look at me and don’t stop looking at me, because I look at you and I know what you see. Look at me—I will let myself be in front of you. I will feel in front of you. This is my most honest return.
This piece is designed, from the first moment, for the audience, for the viewer, for joy. I see myself through the mirror, and so I see you, audience, when the mirror fades. I see you, and you see me. This is our connection. Look at me and don’t stop looking at me, because I look at you and I know what you see. Look at me—I will let myself be in front of you. I will feel in front of you. This is my most honest return.
EVI KARSERA
Evi Karsera started her journey in Contemporary Dance at Leeds Beckett University in 2011 and has been exploring movement ever since. To her, motion is essential to life—she's always in motion!
Evi began yoga at 18, pursued her Yoga Teacher Training by 21, and now runs her own studio, teaching Contemporary Dance and Ballet. Her focus is on adults who once danced or those with a dream to start. Since 2014, she has worked with people from diverse backgrounds, blending everyone’s style into a shared experience. She believes dance is for everyone, with space for each unique personality.
Evi began yoga at 18, pursued her Yoga Teacher Training by 21, and now runs her own studio, teaching Contemporary Dance and Ballet. Her focus is on adults who once danced or those with a dream to start. Since 2014, she has worked with people from diverse backgrounds, blending everyone’s style into a shared experience. She believes dance is for everyone, with space for each unique personality.
In 2017, she joined the Danish Physical Theatre Company, ‘Don Gnu,' and toured Scandinavia as a principal dancer. In Cyprus, she has performed at events like Cyprus Contemporary Platform, Summer Dance Festival, and KYPRIA.
One thing about her? She loves hard work and pushing her limits.
Since 2022, she has also been the president and director of WhiteYou Cyprus, an NGO creating workshops across Europe, promoting body positivity and stress management.
One thing about her? She loves hard work and pushing her limits.
Since 2022, she has also been the president and director of WhiteYou Cyprus, an NGO creating workshops across Europe, promoting body positivity and stress management.
TIGHT
In this piece, she explores the theme of fear—the fear we develop as adults when it comes to showing our true selves. As we grow older, we often learn to hide our emotions and suppress our feelings. Her goal is to bring those hidden emotions to life on stage and express how much we hold back when we’re scared to be vulnerable and open.
The performance focuses on someone who is constantly afraid of being seen and judged by others. It reflects how exposed we feel to the critical eye of society—how people often judge us based on their own standards, which can be deeply traumatic. But through this journey, we grow, learn, and evolve. Over time, our relationship with fear and the judgments of others changes.
Through movement, Evi seeks to embody this transformation and explore the process of a person’s evolution in the face of fear and societal pressure.
The performance focuses on someone who is constantly afraid of being seen and judged by others. It reflects how exposed we feel to the critical eye of society—how people often judge us based on their own standards, which can be deeply traumatic. But through this journey, we grow, learn, and evolve. Over time, our relationship with fear and the judgments of others changes.
Through movement, Evi seeks to embody this transformation and explore the process of a person’s evolution in the face of fear and societal pressure.
OlYa Omelyanenko
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Born in Vladivostok, Russia, Olya began her dance journey with street styles like breaking, house, and locking. In 2016, she moved to Saint Petersburg to dive deeply into contemporary dance. As a performer, Olya has worked on numerous projects in Russia and is now continuing her journey across the Balkans.
Olya holds a degree in Choreography and Teaching in Contemporary Dance from SPFUFT in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Olya holds a degree in Choreography and Teaching in Contemporary Dance from SPFUFT in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Contemporary and Freestyle Dancer, Performer, Choreographer, Teacher, Movement Researcher
She also studied at the PERA School of Performing Arts at Girne American University. Since 2023, she has been furthering her studies at the Dance Faculty of UIU in Belgrade, Serbia.
Since 2021, Olya has been developing her unique choreography style, collaborating with street style and contemporary dancers.
Currently living, dancing, teaching, and creating in Belgrade, Serbia.
Since 2021, Olya has been developing her unique choreography style, collaborating with street style and contemporary dancers.
Currently living, dancing, teaching, and creating in Belgrade, Serbia.
| Where Do I Begin |
INITIALLY
adverb. 1. Before, earlier, prior to that.
Then, in the moment and after Means always starting over
When I decide that everything is over, that is the beginning.
In this piece I delve into the intricate relationship between identity, memory, and the transient nature of presence.
adverb. 1. Before, earlier, prior to that.
Then, in the moment and after Means always starting over
When I decide that everything is over, that is the beginning.
In this piece I delve into the intricate relationship between identity, memory, and the transient nature of presence.
The stage serves as a canvas where I exist both as a dancer and as a shadow, and as a virtual image of myself. This duality represents the idea that our true selves often exist in the spaces between visibility and obscurity. As I dance, the audience witnesses my live form contrasted against a projected image that mirrors my movements in real-time, creating a visual conversation between the two.
Throughout the performance, I explore concepts of timing and synchronization, deliberately introducing moments where my live actions and the projected choreography diverge. This interplay illustrates the dissonance we often experience in our own lives—where our perceptions and realities can feel out of sync. By playing with timing, I aim to evoke a sense of tension and release, prompting viewers to reflect on their own experiences of delay, urgency, and the fleeting nature of moments.
Born in Serbia in 1996 but raised in Australia, where he began his development in street dance styles such as popping and hip-hop. Through workshops and dance education programs with pioneers of these styles, Predrag gained an extensive foundation in both popping and hip-hop. He built his reputation by performing and competing in numerous dance events across Australia, Asia, and Europe (Destructive Steps, Radikal Forze Jam, Summer Dance Forever, etc.).
Predrag Dedić
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"7 dana" is a visceral exploration of addiction, a dance that navigates the blurred lines between control and surrender. Inspired by the haunting legacy of Ekatarina Velika’s (EKV) song, the performance plunges into the depths of personal struggle, drawing from the poignant lives of Milan Mladenovic and Margita Stefanovic, whose stories of passion, brilliance, and eventual loss echo the destructive forces of dependency.
Since 2019, he has been active on the Serbian street dance scene as an organizer, educator, judge, and choreographer, with experience in both commercial and artistic projects.
Currently, he lives in Belgrade, where he manages his dance school "Izraz," performs at the National Theatre in Belgrade, and organizes street cultural events across Serbia. Predrag also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sport Science from Victoria University, Australia.
Currently, he lives in Belgrade, where he manages his dance school "Izraz," performs at the National Theatre in Belgrade, and organizes street cultural events across Serbia. Predrag also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sport Science from Victoria University, Australia.
Professional dancer, choreographer, teacher and artist, aka “Dedicate”
Through abstract movement and raw expression, the piece captures the cyclic nature of addiction—seven days, seven cycles of hope and despair. It reflects both the intense beauty and the inevitable destruction addiction brings, tracing the contours of a journey where art, music, and life collide in a fragile, haunting rhythm. The performance mirrors the band’s raw, lyrical style, creating a space where the internal chaos is tangible, yet suspended in time.
7 DANA
Explore the raw talent of local Serbian artists as they unleash their creativity. This exhibition is a pulse of the local art—bold, provocative, and full of stories. Don’t miss your chance to connect with the essence of contemporary art in Serbia.
LOCAL ARTISTS EXHIBITION
We’re excited to meet and showcase local talent. If you’d like to be part of the exhibition, email us at the button below.
Party mood
Cheers to art and big city life!
Celebrate your individuality! The afterparty is a canvas for self-expression. Join us in the celebration of art and life, and let your style shine.
Dress to impress
Sparkling champagne, stunning outfits, and a vibrant atmosphere that inspires creativity and connection.
Embrace the night
Dance and Body Performance Days
Contact us:
E-mail: dbp.days.project@gmail.com
Dorćol Platz
Dobračina 59b,
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade, Serbia
