Dance company “Alias” from Geneva to participate at the Belgrade Dance Festival

Local news, 03.03.2021

On 3rd of March 2021 the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Urs Schmid, took part at the press conference of the 18th Belgrade Dance Festival. The event was held at the National Assembly in the presence of the President of the National Assembly, H.E. Mr. Ivica Dacic, the Minister of Culture, H.E. Mrs. Maja Gojkovic and the Deputy Mayor of Belgrade, Mr. Goran Vesic as well as the diplomatic representatives of countries contributing to the Festival.

Press conference of the 18th Belgrade Dance Festival
Press conference of the 18th Belgrade Dance Festival ©VISA

In his intervention the Ambassador of Switzerland thanked Ms. Aja Jung, the Director of the Belgrade Dance Festival, and her team for their tireless efforts to make the festival happen despite the difficult current circumstances. He stressed the important role that culture and artists play to move societies forward, as they promote values of tolerance and respect. He was pleased to announce the participation of the Swiss dance company “Alias” from Geneva with their performance “Normal” at the Belgrade Drama Theatre on 23rd and 24th March.

More details on the programme of the Festival can be found on the website www.BelgradeDanceFestival.com