EDITION 1 2013
EDITION 2 2014
EDITION 3 2015 THROUGH THE YEARS
EDITION 4 2016
EDITION 5 2017
EDITION 6 2018
EDITION 7 2019
THROUGH THE YEARS
EDITION 1 27th-30th May 2013
EDITION 2 27th-31st May 2014
EDITION 3 7th-12th October 2015
EDITION 4 25th-30th May 2016
EDITION 5 25th-31th May 2017
EDITION 6 25th-30th May 2018
EDITION 7 10th-16th June 2019 INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF WOMEN ARTISTS AND ACTIVIST
It began as an ambition and desire to continue as a necessity for the society within our coun- try and in the region, and it continued to be extended solely to give space to art, solidarity, humanity, peace, freedom, entertainment, joy, empathy, and empowerment. Given the diffi- culties faced by women and marginalized groups in Kosovo and in the region on daily basis, rising from these obstacles by confronting and breaking social norms across generations, Art and Community Center – Artpolis for seven years in a row, strating in 2013, has orga- nized a festival aiming to combat these difficulties. This beautiful artistc initiative became a stage so that voices of artists and activists can be heard, and since its first edition it took the form of a prestigious festival.
The festival continues to be a platform for initiating and presenting ideas and creations that bring ahead feminist concepts and its development in Kosovo and the region.
FemArt brought together local, regional and international women artists of all kinds of ex- pertise, from first-time exhibitors to experienced professionals. There were included women artists and activists, as well as men with feminist attitudes, creators of films, theatre perfor- mances, photographs, music, writings, together with creators and other professionals that contributed with research, discussions and exchange of information.
The diverse program of the FemArt festival is not only educational but also entertaining, which has managed to gain a wide diverse audience and leave them with a complete expe- rience. These programs of past editions were selected by a group of artists and civil society activists who have experience in various art forms that have a link between social issues and art creations.
4 The festival’s motto over the years, such as “We are no island”, “Fearless”, “Run the Show”, “Freedom Vs. Shame”, etc. were the inspirational and orienting for artists and activists to showcase their creations and to raise or fight issues that were mainstreaming that specific year of the edition. Inspired by social themes and human rights in the Balkans and beyond, they joined in this dynamic platform of the festival, and artistically informed the public about the social problems that Kosovo’s women and of the region face each day.
“Throughout this week Prishtina has gained a more feminine sensation thanks to the performances, music, and panelists that FemArt has gathered from around the world. Using art, writing and theatrical performances they have taken a step in the struggle for rights and gender equality. Leading us on a tour around Pris- tina, at times at the National Gallery, other times at the Oda Theater and Grand Hotel premises, FemArt has tried to turn our attention to topics that tend to be sidelined or discussed only during International Women Day.” - writes KultPlus in one of the many articles on FemArt.
“I would like FemArt to last 365 days a year because it is truly a celebration of Art, a wonderful “exhibition” of true value.” - says actress from Albania Egla Ceno.
“I am very happy to have participated in an important experience, such as FemArt. In particular, I appreciated the program the festival has developed, which brought together international guests and specific issues related to Koso- vo in the debate. Personally, I am very happy with the organizing part; I was welcomed since my arrival and accompanied in the best way during my stay. So thank you all for the enriching and great experience.”- Silvia Basso, the artist from Italy.
5 FEMART FESTIVAL 1 27th – 30th May 2013
The first Feminist regional Festival in Kosovo was organised for 4 days while started as a small festival but has achieved its mission by providing a welcoming place for women artists to show their art, inspired by social themes and a wish for respect of their rights and to provide an entertaining and dynamic atmosphere for visitors to learn on social issues confronting women of Kosovo, and women artists in particular in the region.
The Motto of the 2013 was “We are no island”, thus aiming at enhancing discussions and attracting attention on issues related with Feminism in Kosovo and to serve as a call for more cooperation between Kosovo women and those from the region as important actors in peace building and increased cooperation.
Oda Theater in Prishtina, was the host of the first edition of the FemArt festival.
FIRST EDITION FIRST During the four day of the festival there were over 60 artist and activists (women and man) from different countries that were involved through their activities and projects as well as volunteers, youngsters from communities living in Kosovo.
Kosovo Albania Bosnia & North Serbia Sweden Hercegovina Macedonia
The festival was attended by: 2000 people.
The first edition of FemArt Festival was supported by donators: Kvinna till Kvinna, EU funds project managed by the European Union Office in Kosovo, UNDP.
Medial sponsors: TV21, KOHA.
6 Theatre Performances 4 2 Photo exhibitions
Short and documentary films 12
Concerts 2
Book promotion 1 1 After parties 2 Poetry night FIRST EDITION
Musical and choreographed performance with solists DAY 1 Kaltrina Miftari & Safet Morina, ballerina Teuta Krasniqi & piano Melos Buza. Photography exhibition ”In the meantime” by Majlinda Hoxha. Cocktail party
Panel discussion ”Women in the War”. Special presentation of short fiction films created by DAY 2 Kosovo’s Women Directors: ”The Return” by Blerta Zeqiraj, ”Lullaby” by Antoneta Kastrati, ”Shkurta” by Arzana Kraja and ”Empty Bucket” by Antoneta Kraja. Presentation and discussion on ”Bogujevci Exhibition” by Saranda and Jehona Bogujevci. Presentation of the documentary film ”Women’s War” by Marika Griehsel from Sweden. Theatrical performance ”Crossing the Line” by Dijana Milosevič from DAH Theatre in Serbia. Poetry Readings ”Poetry and Love” with interpreters Anisa Ismajli, Melihate Qena, Bislim Muçaj & Shengyl Ismajli. Music performance by singer Egzona Ademi and guitar Florin Fanaj.
8 FIRST EDITION
Discussion ”Documentary films from the region – On the road DAY 3 to EU” Film presentations: ”We aren’t in Paradise” by Lendita Zeqiraj from Kosovo/France, ”In/visible City” by Natasa Poplavska from Macedonia, ”The First Real Women Sound” by Brankica Draskovič from Serbia. Presentation of a documentary film of an Interview with Simone de Beauvoir about ”Why I am a Feminist”. Presentation and discussion for BEFEM FESTIVAL and the feminist scene in Serbia with Christina Wassholm and Jelena Visnjič. Photography exhibition of Feminists ”CURE” from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Theatrical performance ”Sex, thank you just for trying” by Merita Smaja from Albania.
Film presentations with discussions: ”Portraits of Free- dom” by Kaltrina Krasniqi, ”Mirror, Mirror” by Blerta Basholli, DAY 4 ”Harmonika” by Burbuqe Berisha and ”Birth doesn’t Ask” by Parta Kelmendi. Book promotion and panel discussion:”The being doesn’t live here” by Sibel Halimi with panelists: Nerimane Kamberi, Halil Matoshi & Lulzim Haziri. Theatrical performance”Purifying the Idiot” by Aleksanda Kovacevič from Kraljevo Theatre in Serbia. Coctail party. Women Choir Concert ”VOX ART” from Kosovo with Ylber Asllanaj – Conductor and Rina Bilurdagu – Piano.
9 FEMART FESTIVAL 2 27th – 31st May 2014
The second edition was organised at the highest cultural institution in Kosovo – respectively at National Theatre of Kosovo during 27-31st of May, 2014.
This year’s edition was very special due to the fact that we have financed Premiere productions (performances, exhibitions, book promotions and publishings) of young and talented Kosovo and regional artists on the topics of Sexuality, Dealing with the past, VAW and LBGT rights.
The programme of the festival also included but wasn’t limited to topics such as: Human rights, Reproductive health and sexuality, GBV, Transitional justice in the Balkans, women empowerment, Sexual violence during the war, regional cooperation etc.
The festival also became part of the national initiative for Solidarity fund for Floods in the region (Serbia, BiH and Croatia) by selling bags and T-Shirts with festival logo and collecting all the funds for the solidarity Fund.
During the five days of the festival, there were over 150 artists and activists (women and men) from different countriesthat were involved through their activities and projects Volunteers, from communities living in Kosovo were also part of the festival. SECOND EDITION
Kosovo Albania Canada France North Montenegro Serbia Macedonia
The festival was attended by: 2,000 people.
Second edition of the festival was supportet by donators: Kvinna till Kvinna, Ars Progeti with funds of European Union, UNFPA, AGGA, Prishtina Municipality and Kosova Women’s Network -KWN.
Medial sponsors: TV21, Koha
10 Premiere stage 2 readings Workshops 1 2 Premiere Performance Exhibitions
Book promotion
Theatre 1 performances 2 Short Films 5 Concerts 1 Website launching, Presentations and discussions on activism and art 5 in the region 1 Documentary Films Web page launching
After parties 5
Poetry 1 session SECOND EDITION
Opening the festival DAY 1 Premiere of theatrical performance”To the Rose in Elbasan” by Arta Gashi and Fikrete Miftari. Presentation ”Remembering Mother” by Besa Neziri Rugo- va – Fashion Designer and Saranda Bogujevci – Curator from Kosovo, Great Britain and USA. Exhibition premiere ”You don’t kill a Woman this way” by Suzana Varvriča Kuka and artists: Suzana Varvriča Kuka, Greta Dhaskali Lami from Albania, Marta Zadrima from Montenegro and Gai le Japon from Canada. Cocktail party and music by Oda Halili.
Workshop of making jewellery ”EXPLORE – DREAM – DISCOVER” by Natasa Ljubinkovič from Serbia. DAY 2 Book promotion and panel discussion: author Anisa Ismajli ”Moments”, panelist Ilire Zajmi Rugova and interpreters Shengyl Ismajli, Armend Ismajli, Dardana Mehmeti and Fitore Broqi. Theatrical performance”COMME MOI, LE PLAF” from Macedonia by director Natasa Poplavska, actress Elena Moshe, music FOLTIN and Producer Art Media and National Theatre Bitola. T After party with music by Aounde Le Pape from France.
Workshop of making jewellery ”EXPLORE – DREAM – DISCOVER” DAY 3 by Natasa Ljubinkovič from Serbia. Wokshop by Natasa Poplavska from North Macedonia ”Healing Theatre”. Special presentation of five short films made by Kosovo women directors: ”Balcony” by Lendita Zeqiraj, ”Tailor” by Arlinda Morina, ”Amel” by More Raca, ”She comes in Spring” by Antoneta Kastrati and ”The three of us” by Blerta Basholli. Theatrical performance ”Mothers and Daughters” by director Rozi Kostani, artistic director Suela Konjari, author Aleksander Mardan, actresses Valina Mucolli and Egzona Ademi and produced by Metropol Theatre in Albania. After party with music by Agnes Nokshiqi.
12 SECOND EDITION
DAY 4
Workshop ”Healing Theatre” from North Macedonia, by Natasa Poplavska. Launching of the Kosovo Oral History Initiative Website and Presentation of five short films, by Igballe Rogova from Kosovo Women’s Network and Dr. Anna Di Lellio from The New School US; discussion panelists: Dr. Anna Di Lellio, Kaltrina Krasniqi – Film Director and Nicole Fransworth from Kosovo Women’s Network. Presentation of film docmentaries – Balkan Femmes Docs at the Main Stage, ”SEX” by Kaltrina Krasniqi from Kosovo, ”SkaNdal” by Elton Baxhaku & Erjona Cami from Albania, ”Stigma” by Blerta Zeqiri from Kosovo and ”Tough Bones” by Gordana Simonovič Veljekovič from Serbia. Stage reading of author and director Arjeta Ajeti ”American Dream or Balkan Nightmare?” with actors: Arjeta Ajeti, Arben Kas- trati, Rebeka Qena, Lulzim Bucolli, Arbnesha Grabovci Nixha, Fiona Gllavica, Florist Bajgora and Alban Zogaj. After party music was by Lura Elezi from Albania.
Presentations and discussions on “Activism and Art in the region” with activists from Kosovo, Serbia, Albania and Bosnia and DAY 5 Herzegovina: CURE, AKT WOMEN, IMPLUS, Dera e Hapur, Centar Za Pravnu pomoč ženama. Exhibition & concert “Borders” nga Ana Čurćin – Act Women / Serbi ”Feminist Poetry” selected by Shpetim Selmani and interpreters Safete Rogova, Melihate Qena and Vlora Nikqi. Presentation of the film documentary “Exclusive An Unpunished Crime that Speaks” by Valdete Osmani from Albania and a song “The silence of the Song” by Eliza Hoxha from Kosovo. Stage reading of the ”Vagina Monologues” of author Eve Ensler and directed by Burbuqe Berisha. Cocktail party with music by Oda Haliti. After party with musical performance by Edona Vatoci – Piano, Vocal and Guitar.
13 FEMART FESTIVAL 3 7th-12th October 2015
The third edition of FemArt Festival was held from 7th to 12th October, 2015 in Prishtina, and the hosts of the activities were: Oda Theater, Faculty of Arts, Dodona Theater, National Theatre of Kosovo, EU Info Center.
FemArt as the only feminist festival in Kosovo and one of the largest festivals in the region during the six days offered theatre performances, slam poetry, exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and lots of other activities with a focus on topics about sexual violence during the war, violence in general, Reproductive health and sexuality, feminism in the country and the region, other issues that are taboo topics in Kosovo.
Most of these activities were premiered in Kosovo and were all free of charge for the community.
During the six days of the festival, there were over 70 artists and activists (women and men) from different countries that were involved through their activities and projects. The volunteers who were young people of Kosovo’s communities enriched even more the festival. THIRD EDITION
Kosovo Albania Austria Bosnia and Denmark Georgia Germany Herzegovina
Great Britain Italy North Serbia USA Switzerland Macedonia
The festival was attended by: 3,000 people.
Donators & Supporters: Kvinna till Kvinna, Swedish Embassy, Dutch Embassy, Ministriy of Culture, Youth and Sport, US Embassy in Kosovo, Prishtina Municipality, UNFPA, Ministry of European Integration, Kosova Women’s Network -KWN, Hotel Emerald, UN Women, KTV, RTK, Klan Kosova, Tribuna Channel, Rrokum, Kultplus, Prishtina University, Oda Theater, Dodona Theater, EUICC.
14 Theatre 6 performances Exhibitions 1 5 Video presentation
Workshops
After Parties 9 4 Documentary 5 films
Concerts 4 1 5 Scenic reading Panel discussions
Performance Poetry 1 and Music
15 THIRD EDITION
Opening - Video presentation of the concept of the FemArt DAY 1 festival. Theatre Performance “Cracks are how the Light Gets In” by Deirdre Morris – USA – premiere. Slam Poetry “Gypsee Yo” by Jonida Beqo from Albania. Premiere exhibition in Kosovo “Proteine Being, Streile World” by Salome Kokoladze an artist guest from Georgia. Cocktail After Party with a performance by Ivana Dragsiqi from Macedonia.
Workshop “Physical Theatre” led by Deirde Morris and Kathryn Mark from USA. DAY 2 Meeting with book author Flutra Açka from Albania, moderated by Naime Beqiraj. Documentary film “Mission Rape – One War Weapon” by Annette Mari, Katia Forbert – Petersen guests from Denmark, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Great Britain. Panel discussion on “Sexual Violence in Conflicts” with four panelists Igballe Rogova, Flora Macula, Jeta Krasniqi and Feride Rushiti, moderated by Zana Hoxha. Exhibition followed by a concert “Muse” - premiere, by Mjellma and Flaka Goranci from Kosovo/Austria. Theatrical performance “The Shivering of the Rose” – premiere, by Dijana Milosevič and Maja Mitič from DAH Teatar, Serbia. After Party.
Workshop “Physical Theatre” by Deirde Morris and Kathryn Mark from USA. DAY 3 Theater Workshop led by Dijana Milosevič and Maja Mitič from DAH Teatar, Serbia, Workshop “Integrated Security” by Yllka Soba. Panel discussion “Impact of Online Feminism” with four panelists from Kosovo Elonë Kastrati, Shqipe Gjocaj, Rreze Abdullahu and Donjeta Morina, moderated by Lura Limani. Presentation of three short documentary films: “Smajl” by Zymryte Hoxhaj and Philipp Majer from Germany, “Where is Don?” by More Raça from Kosovo and “There is a Light inside” by Rea Surroi and Dardan Selimaj also from Kosovo. A theatrical performance “the Girl with the Sun over her Head” – premiere, by Agnes Nokshiqi and Donikë Ahmeti. Scenic reading of “Picasso’s Lovers” by Arbnesha Grabovci – Nixha at Oda Theatre. After Party with a concert by FemArt Band – Nita Bahtiri, Njomzë Bislimi, Rabije Krasniqi and Xheneta Durguti.
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DAY 4
Workshop “Empower Her” for young women by Sara Saljič from Serbia/Bos- nia and Herzegovina. Panel discussion “Feminist Role Models” with two panelists, one from Kosovo – Sevdije Ahmeti and one from Serbia – Ljerka Čurčin, moderated by Sibel Halimi. Presentation of two documentary short films: “Architecture of Sadness” premiere in Kosovo by Ermela Teli from Albania, and “Songs and Tambou- rines” by Fatime Kosumi. Exhibition, music and poetry “I am”- premiere, by five artists from Kosovo: Arlin- da Hajrullahu, Blerta Surroi, Burbuqe Berisha, Eliza Hoxha and Mjellma Goranci. Performance Poetry and Music – premiere, by Elina Duni and Besa Myftiu from Switzerland/Kosovo. After party.
Workshop “Express Yourself, Don’t Repress Yourself” by Lura Elezi from Albania. DAY 5 Panel discussion on “International Girl Child Day” with three panelists: Visare Mujko Nimani, Linda Gusia and Merita Limani. Performance “BabyAlarm” – premiere, by Erëmira Çitaku – Flaut and electronic effects. Theatrical performance “Dada – An essay in movement Journalist” – premiere, by Sanije Krsmanovič Tasič, Hleb Theatre and Bitef, Serbia. Two exhibitions premiere “I Wanted to Paint” by Jana Jakimovska from Macedonia and “Fragile” by Shqipe Mehmeti from Macedonia. Theatrical performance “Seven Sights” by Tanja Miletič Orudevič from Mostar Youth Theatre in Bosnia and Herzegovina. After party.
Writing workshop “Express Yourself, Don’t Repress Yourself”. DAY 6 Panel discussion “My Body, My territory” with two panelists Ivana Smailjanič from Serbia and Valbona Xibri from Italy, mod- erated by Besa Luci. Workshop “Arts and LGBT” by Xheni Karaj from Albania. Theatrical performance “War in Times of Love” by Blerta Neziraj. After party with young artists Vala Mulliqi, Fatjon Myftaraj and Art Lokaj.
17 FEMART FESTIVAL 4 25th – 30th May 2016
The fourth edition of FemArt Festival that was was held from 25 to 30th May in Pristina, offered a whole week of activities in different places, like: Oda Theater, Faculty of Arts, National Library and National Theatre of Kosovo.
The program of the festival included various topics such as: Violence against Women in general, and Sexual Violence during war in particualr, Transitional justice in the Balkans, Women empowerment, issues concerning LGBT community, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, Activism with a special focus in youth, international and regional exchange success stories. All the work presented addressed issues related to social welfare and human rights.
During all the six days that the festival lasted, the whole program was accessible to all the community groups and was free of charge for all the interested audience members.
During six days of the festival, more than 100 artists and activists (women and man) from different countries were involved through their activities and projects, as well as volunteers from Kosovo’s communities FOURTH EDITION FOURTH Kosovo Albania Austria Belgium Canada Germany Iceland
Irak Jordan Mexico North Serbia The Reunion Macedonia Island
The festival was attended by: 4,000 people.
Donators & Supporters: Kvinna till Kvinna, Swedish Embassy, Culture for All – EU Office in Kosovo – Implemented by: Inter Art, Prishtina Municipality, Ministriy of Culture, Youth and Sport, Prime Minister Office /Gender Equality Agency, UNFPA, Kosova Women’s Network –KWN, FIQ, Austrian Embassy, Ministry of European Integration, mama bar berlin.
Medial sponsors: KTV, Kosovo 2.0, Klan Kosova, RTK, TV21, RrokumHD, KosovaLive Express, Kultplus
Institutional partners: Prishtina University, National Theatre of Kosovo, Oda Theater, National Library, DAM Festival.
18 Theatre 6 performances 1 1 Presentation Film
After Party
Exhibition 1 4 Book promotion 1 Workshops
Concerts 5 10 Panel discussions 1 Short and documentary Lecture & public discussion films
Pop In Talk Poetry 1 reading Master 2 1 Classes Ballet and Music
19 FOURTH EDITION
Opening of the festival with light humor and ironic approach DAY 1 towards the position of women in the Kosovar society. Presentation of the film “Bota” (Earth) – premiere, directed by Iris Elezi in Pristina. Exhibition and performance “Revolt Against Violence”, artist Fitore Berisha / Iceland followed with a performance with Agnes Nokshiqi and Tristan Halilaj. Cocktail party and music with Hana Zeqaj.
Master Class “Cultural Diversity transmitted by Women” and the contribution of women in culture matters by Brigitte DAY 2 Kaquet from Belgium. Panel discussion “Directing and Misogyny” with panelists Blerta Zeqiri, Kaltrina Krasniqi, Lendita Zeqiraj, More Raça, Arlinda Morina, and Zana Hoxha Krasniqi as moderator. Presentation of documentary film “Sisters Qiriazi”, followed with a discussion panel “Feminist Role Models”, panelists Lepa Mlađenović from Serbia and Igballe Rogova from Kosovo, and Ariana Qosaj Mustafa as moderator. Theatrical performance “Bits and Pieces”, playwright Blerta Zeqiraj, director Zana Hoxha Krasniqi, starring: Melihate Qena, Dardana Mehmeti, Donikë Ahmeti, Arta Gashi, Albina Kelmendi dhe Bashkime Sulejmani. Slam poetry, ballët & music: “My Slam Poems” of Flutura Balaj, choreography by Fjolla Hana, and music by Lora Ajvazi. Concert by PMS, Premenstrual Syndrome from Albania.
Master Class “Women’s art in the Middle East” with Lina Attel from DAY 3 Jordan. Panel Discussion “My Body My Choice” with panelists: Vjollca Krasniqi, Visare Mujko-Nimani, Nita Luci and Leonidë Molliqaj, also Mrika Aliu as moderator. Pop In Talk with Venera Mustafa. Theatrical performance “The colours of August” with author Paloma Perero, director Ilire Vinca and starring: Vjosa Maloku and Semira Latifi. Presentation of short films, directed by the Faculty of Arts in Prishtina: “Insect” by Trendelina Halili, “Mona” by Lorena Sopi, “Atilla” by Dina Morina, and “Lost in Hope” by Jehona Berisha. Presentation of Foreign short films: Birthday“ ” by Daniela Lucato, “Germany and Widsom Teeth” by Sydni Lazarus, Canada. Presentation of Foreign Documentary films: NOUN“ ” by Aida Schlaepfer, Irak and “Momories of a Strip Club” by Silvana Lázaro Rosales, Mexico.
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DAY 4
Workshop “Healing the Maternal Wound – and intersecting with Activism” with Sandra Ljubinković from Serbia Panel discussion “Women and Property” with panelists: Luljeta Demolli, Sibel Halimi and Leonora Selmani, and Teuta Hoxha as moderator. Three exhibitions: Rerun of Fitore Berisha’s exhibition “Revolt Against Violence”, followed with a performance with Agnes Nok- shiqi and Tristan Halilaj; exhibition “When I Die, You Can Do What You Want”, by Adela Jusič and the last exhibition was by Zymryte Hoxha “Daddy – No Worries”. Concert Duo with Rina Kaçinari, violincello and vocal, and Jörg Mikula, drums and vocal.
Workshop “Re/Viewing Women in Drama” with Doruntina Basha. DAY 5 The documentary film “Call me Barbara” directed by Ana Jakimska, followed with a lecture from the non-govenmental organization “CEL” on transgender persons. Theatrical performance “ Silent Sky” directed by Armela Demaj, starring: Jonida Beqo, Sonila Kapidani, Nigela Ruka, Redian Mulla dhe Verjana Abazaj. Concert “Larg Pa Lo Kor” by Christine Salem Harry Perigone, David Abrousse dhe Sebastien Martel.
Workshop “Identifying Sexual Harassment and its Consequenc- DAY 6 es” with Dua Kadriu Dauti. Workshop “Young Women’s Acitivism” with Jelena Memet and Andrijana Kocič. Panel discussion “Men and Feminism” with panelists Agon Maliqi, Ilir Bajri, Artan Sadiku and Rron Gjinovci, and moderator Yllka Soba. Book promotion “ Midnight Waltz” by Ilire Zajmi-Rugova, with interpretation of Anisa Ismaili, Melihate Qena, Shpëtim Selmani, Fitore Broqi and Qëndresa Kajtazi. Theatrical performance “Private Confessions”, by director Nina Nikolikj, and starring: Amernis Nokshiq Jovanovska, Nina Dean, Petre Arsovski, Oliver Mitkovski, Darja Rizova, Katina Ivanova, Blagoj Veselinov. Concert of the DAM Festival with Besa Llugiqi, soprano and Lirika Pula, piano. The After Party with music by Egzona Ademi and Band.
21 FEMART FESTIVAL 5 – FEARLESS 25th-31th May 2017
For the Fifth time, Artpolis organized FemArt festival - Women Artists Regional Festival that was held in Prishtina and Mitrovica North during 25-31 May, 2017 (7 days).
The moto of the festival for this year was FEARLESS thus encouraging resilience and solidarity with women and men whose rights are violated due to their ethnic, social, racial backgrounds and sexual preferences. The program of the festival included topics such as: Human rights, Sexual and Reproductive health rights, Transitional justice and peace, LGBTQI rights, Women empowerment, Violence against women, global and regional exchange successes stories, gender based violence, etc. All these powerful and inspiring events were conducted in 12 different areas and two cities of Kosova: ODA Theatre, EU Information and Cultural Center, DODONA Theatre, JCoders Academy, Monet Arts & Books Gallery, Ulpiana’s Bunker, Amphitheatre of Prishtina University, Germia Park, Mother Theresa Square, Termokiss, EU Information and Cultural Center – Mitrovica North, Learning Hall Center in Roma Quart – Mitrovica North and Prestige Caffe.
FIFTH EDITION During the Seven days of the festival, there were over 100 artists and activists (women and men) from different countries were involved through their activities and projects, while volunteers from all communities living in Kosovo were part of the organization.
Kosovo Albania Belgium Bosnia and Bulgaria Croatia England France Herzegovina
Israel Italy Jordan North Ukraina Romania Serbia USA Macedonia
As every year 20 volunteers from different backgrounds and communities had the opportunity to be part of the festival, while with their work and gained experience they increased their capacities for cultural management. The festival was attended by: 5,000 people. This fifth edition of FemArt was supported by many donors: EU funds project managed by the Europian Union Office in Kosovo, Kvinna till Kvinna, UNFPA, Ministry of Europian Integration, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, U.S Embassy in Kosovo, UNWOMEN, Coalition K10, Municipality of Prishtina, Ipko Foundation and Unë e Du Kosovën. Media Sponsors: KultPlus, KlanKosova, Radio and Television of Kosovo – RTK, telegrafi.com and Kosovalive 360. Insitutional Partners: ODA Theatre, EU Information and Cultrual Center, Dodona Theatre, Monet Arts & Books Gallery, PEN and JCoders Academy.
22 Theatre 5 performances Artistic 1 15 films Dance Theatre
Documentary films
Street 2 Performance 1 Music 7 Meet the Poet Concerts
Slam 1 Poetry 1 Stand-Up Comedy 3 Yoga and Meditation session Exhibitions
Art Installation Panel Discussions
1 Presentations 2 7 Forum Workshops
23 FIFTH EDITION
Stand-Up Comedy performed by Agnesa Qerimi/Kosovo, DAY 1 Theatre performance “Plas” performed by Rreze Qerreti/Kosovo. Screening of a film called “The Silence” with directors: Ali Asgari and Farnoosh Samadi/Freance, Italy. After-party by Dj Jehone/Kosovo . Concert in North Mitrovica by the “Heels and Boots” Band/ Kosovo.
Workshop “Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of Women” by Ana Rizescu from Romania/YouAct. DAY 2 “Meet the Poet” with Qibrije Demiri – Frangu, one of the first women poets during the early 90s. Her poems were beautifully read by our two great artists Melihate Qena and Anisa Ismaili, moderated by Naime Beqiraj. The presentation of Doku:Tech “Art as an inspiration for Technology” by Abetare Gojani and Leart Zogjani/Kosovo. Documentary Film followed with a panel discussion on the story of Ferdonije Qerkezi; with panelists Ferdonije Qerkezi, Gazmend Bajri and Eli Krasniqi, moderated by Ardiana Shala/Kosovo. Theatre performance “God’s Dice”; Director and Actress: Camilla Sandri and Samuel Nicola Fusca from Italy. Concert by a band called “The Lovers”.
DIY: Workshop “Programming and Electronics” by JCoders Academy with 20 students. DAY 3 Panel discussion “Fantastic Feminist” – Young Women promoting Peace – with panelists: Jelena Memet, Jetbardha Selmani, Anita Dragosavac, Liridona Osmanaj, Minja Mardonovic, Fjolla Vukshinaj from Kosovo and Serbia; and moderated by Sara Saljic from Bosnia and Hercegovina. Photography exhibition “Womanism” by Ivana Dervishi from Albania. Premiere exhibition called “Details exists; memory, memory’s light; afterglow exists; papaversomniferum exists; sameness, loneliness exist; and the future, the future?” by artist Sihana Shalaj and curator Njomza Dragusha. Classical concert – Triodesoprano – by Alberta Troni, Eremira Citaku and Jeta Citaku from Kosovo; Theatre Performance “She asked for it” a production of PAN Theatre from Serbia; directed by: Ksenija Krnajski and actresses: Branka Stojkovic, Olivera Viktorovic Duraskovic, Maja Mitic, Tijana Jankovic and Bojana Duraskovic. Concert of Elsa Rraqi/Kosovo called “I AM light”.
Workshop on “Creative Writing” by Ervina Halili and Shpetim Selmani. Panel discussion, exhibition and a documentary film on LGBTQI DAY 4 Rights in the region “Story from the Balkans – The challenges of the LGBTQI community in the region” with panelists: Bekim Asani–FYR Macedonia, Blert Morina – Kosovo, Vasilika Laci – Albania and Stefan Bogdanov – Bulgaria, and moderated by Zana Hoxha Krasniqi – Kosovo/Artpolis. Screening of a soul-touching documentary film “Transindia”, India. “Yoga, Love and Meditation”, by Yoga instructor Suada Pajaziti/Kosovo. Street performance “Fearless” by Camilla Sandri and Samuel Nicola Fusca. Theatre Performance “Women who became men”, directed by a successful Albanian woman – Valbona Xibri that lives and works in Italy and played by a fascinating actress from Ukraine – Maryna Ivashchenko. Premiere Slam Poetry by Adelina Tershani/Kosovo called “I am fearless”.
24 FIFTH EDITION
Workshop “Forum Theatre as a tool for societal change” with Driada Matoshi and DAY 5 LulzimBucolli. Panel discussion “The role of the ombudsman in advancing women rights in Kosovo”, with panelists: Hilmi Jashari, Ariana Qosaj-Mustafa, and Donjeta Kelmendi, moderated by Adelina Berisha. Panel Discussion “Feminism Role Models”, with speakers Delina Fico and Shukrije Gashi, moderated by Valdete Idrizi. Screening of international films: “Why I Dance” by Melanie Zoey Weinstein, USA; “Lookout” by Noa Gusakov, Jerusalem; “Hux” by Mageina Tov, England; “The Good Mother” by Sarah Clift, England; “Oh be joyful” by Susan Jacobson, England; and “Losing sight of shore” by Sara Moshman, USA. Theatre Performance “Smells like Women” with a concept by Klementina Ramushi and with actors: Rita Thaqi, Margarita Ukaj, Elmedina Ramushi, and Vjosa Fusha. Exhibition “I am a countrywoman” in North Mitrovica, by artist Milana Bulatovic. Workshop “My body, my decision” by Milica Dordevic; in North Mitrovica.
Workshop “Gender Mainstreaming in culture and art” by Mimoza Paçuku and Erblin Ajdini. DAY 6 Panel discussion “Women change makers in sport” with panelists: Geta Beqa, Daulina Osmani, Vlona Maloku, Zërina Shatri and Shehrije Gërbeshi, moderated by Alisa Hasani. Panel Discussion “Gender Policies in the University of Prishtina” with panelists: Vjollca Krasniqi, Besa Shahini, Nita Luci and Jeta Berisha, moderated of Venera Cocaj Screening of both international and national movies: “The Evans Girl” by Val Jashari, USA; “Shirt Sleeve” by SuelaBako, Albania; “Ana” by Ajola Daja, Albania; “Threads” by Donjeta Hyseni, Kosovo; “One, two monologues” by Blerina Goce, Albania; “EU, so near, so far” by Gerta Kapllani, Albania; “Flower of a thousand colors” by Karen Vazquez, Guadarrama, Belgium; “Seide” by Elnura Osmonalieva, Krygyzstan/New York and “Belladonna” by Dubravka Turic, Croatia all selected by a young well known director More Raça. Concert of Vjollca Robelli Mripa, with musicians Aram Zarikian and Danny Rico from London. Theatrical performance by Gypsy Wheels with director Kalin Angleov and actors: Nataliya Tzekova and Martin Lubenov.
Workshop “Addressing Gender Based Violence” by Valdete DAY 7 Idrizi in ODA Theatre, Panel discussion “What does the SAA bring to women in Kosovo” with panelists: Anila Statovci – Demaj, Flora Macula, Jeta Krasniqi, Nora Latifi Jashari, Donika Emini with moderator Iliriana Banjska. Presentation of one of the biggest theatres in the world, “La Mama” by Kim Ima and Maud Dinad/USA. Concert by our special guest - Farah Siraj, a Jordanian musician focusing on flamenco and Arab music, played with musicians Agron Peni, Xhemil Gjini and Ertan Ilyaz.
25 FEMART FESTIVAL 6 – RUN THE SHOW 25th-30th of May 2018
The 6th edition of FEMART Festival, was organized during the period 25- 30 of May, 2018, unlike other editions this year FemArt was organized in three different municipalities: Pristina, Ferizaj and North Mitrovica.
For this year motto of FemArt Festival was RUN THE SHOW by encouraging the leadership of women and men in social movements, biggert participation in artistic events and social activism for bigger contribution and in solidarity with women and men to whom the rights are violated based on ethnicity, social standing, race, and sexual preferences.
All these powerful and inspiring events were conducted in more than 15 places and in 3 cities of Kosovo, Prishtina, Ferizaj and North Mitrovica: ODA Theatre, Dodona Theater, National Library of Kosovo, “M” Club, Faculty of Arts, “Hamam Jazz” Bar, City Sqaure, Kino “Armata”, Museum of Kosovo, Red Hall of Youth Center, Center of Culture /Ferizaj, Orchide Resaturant/Ferizaj, Adriana Theatre/Ferizaj, EU Information and Cultural Center, Cultural Center “Aquarius” / North Mitrovica.
During the Seven days of the festival, there were over 120 artists and activists (women and men) fromdifferent countries were involved through their activities and projects. This year also FEMART SIXTH EDITION engaged about 30 volunteers contributing in building their cultural management capacity.
Kosovo Albania France Germany Iceland Italy Netherland
North Romania Serbia Sweden USA Macedonia
The festival was attended by: 4,400 people.
This edition is supported by our generous donors: European Union Office in Kosovo, Kvinna till Kvinna, Austrian
Development Cooperation, UNFPA, CFD, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Culture for Change - Multimedia/Goethe Institute, The Municipality of Prishtina, I Love Kosovo Foundation, UN Women, IPKO Foundation, K10 Coalition, Unicef Innovations Lab, Kosovar Gender Studies Center.
Supporting Businesses: Frutti, Buçaj, Hotel International Prishtina, Union Ca e, Shok e Shoqe.
Institutional Partners: Kosovo National Library “Pjetër Bogdani”, Dodona Theater, The Kosovo National Museum,
KinoArmata, EU Information and Cultural Centre and Oda Theatre.
Media Partners: KultPlus, RTK, KTV, Express, KosovaLive360 and Observer.
26 Theatre 8 performances Dance 1 1 Theatre Circus performance
Artistic films
Documentary 9 film 1 Music Concerts 6 Street Performance
Web promotion 1 3 Artistic evening 5 Exhibitions Panel Discussions
Mural After Party inauguration
1 Workshops 6 3 Forum
27 SIXTH EDITION
The premiere of Theatrical performance “Trojan Women”. – USA/KS DAY 1 a collaboration between the experimental theater La Mama from New York and Artpolis Center. The Trojan’s Project Team: Maud Dinand, George Drance, Kim Ima, Onni Johnson, Bill Ruyle, Sara Galassini. Ac- tors: Aurita Agushi, Anisa Ismaili, Branislav Stanković, Daniela Markaj, Donika Ahmeti, Edlir Gashi, Fisnik Sykaj, Fjolla Hana, Ilire Vinca, Jele- na Orlović, Kushtrim Qerimi, Marija Velić, Mikel Markaj, Mina Nikolić, Qëndresa Kajtazi, Rajmonda Ahmetaj, Skender Podvorica, Stefan Đordević, Stefan Stojanović and Tamara Trajković. Music: Skender Kapllani & Mërgim Kapllani. Music and cocktail. Sound of deep / techno music composed by know DJs known from Kosovo and Serbia, Gemza & Tijana and with surprise body coloring by artist Fiona Abdullahu.
Workshop - “Making Theatre - Intro in sound and Feminist Movie Night: “Home” - Director: More Raca, movement techniques”, with trainers: Bill Ruyle, Kim “Lord of the house” - Director: Danielle Bremer, “The DAY 2 Ima, Sara Galassin, George Drance, and Onni Johnson sky is brainless” - Director: Odeta Stabenow, “Cut” - / SHBA Director: Eva Sigurdardottir, “Dive” - Director: Marianne “Masala and Bhangra”, with Trainer: George Drance / Amelinckx Labrador, “Salvation” - Director: Thora SHBA Hilmarsdottir, “Globalizing Beauty” - Director: Sonja Keßler, “The award” - Director: Lidija Mojsovska. Panel Discussion - “Feminist Movements”, panelists: Adriana Zaharijević, Luljeta Demolli, Ferizaj: Tringa Kasemi, Gresa Hasa, Liri Kuçi, Krenare Loxhaj, Workshop - “Creative Approach - Recycle Paper”, Blerta Avdili, Adelina Berisha, Moderator: Donjeta trainer: Njomza Luci. Morina. Conference - “Youth in decision-making”, panelists: Ballet Performance - “Her Paper House” USA/KS, Erza Kurti, Lavdi Zymberi, , Visare Mujko-Nimani, Choreographer/Dancer: Christina Coleman, Architect: Qëndresa Ibrahimi, Liridona Osmanaj, moderator: Rreze Skender Shkodra, Film: May Lee Hollis Abdullahu. The Girl with the miraculous feeling - Artistic evening Forum Theatre - “Stigma” Director: Lulzim Bucolli dedicated Elizabeth to Swados Actors: Anisa Ismajli, Kushtrim Qerimi, Qëndresa Kajtazi & Gani Rrahmani. Concert - “Kings & Queens” - Sparky in the Clouds - UK/ FR, Musicians: Miranda Perkins, Bryony Eleanor Perkins, Documentary Film - “Thinking of you”, Alketa Xhafa – Mripa, Anna di Lellio. Mathias Castagne, Richard Cleret After Party - Dj Lilac.
Workshop - “Drums as a means to Resistence” Trainer: Selena Simić – SRB. DAY 3 Panel Discussion -”Feminist Role Models” Film - “Audrie Lorde, the Berlin years 1984 – 1992, Speakers: Jadranka Miličević, Dagmar Molly Gerda Ursula Schlutz, Erika Hügel Geb. Maurer, Sakibe Doli, Feride Rushiti, Moderator: Jelena Memet. Street Performance - “Don’t be Silent” Actresses: Daniela Markaj, Diana Markaj, Vesa Prapashtica, Genta Ramadani, Halime Bici, Xheraldina Krasniqi. Performance - “Colorless”, Mentor: Agnes Nokshiqi Students of Conceptual Art: Ardhmerie Bregovina, Dea Zogiani, Zgjim Zyba, Nore Potera, Nora Murseli, Drilon Haxhijaj, Butrint Berami & Erza Kryeziu. Theatre performance - “Night, Mother” Metropol Theatre, Author: Marsha Norman Director: Ema Andrea Actresses: Ilire Vinca & Egla Ceno Music: Bojken Lako Musicians: Endi Aaron Çekani & Rei Kondakçiu. After Party - DJ by May-linda Kosumovic and Alketa Syla
28 SIXTH EDITION
Workshop - “Gender Based Violence”, Trainer: Lepa In North Mitrovica DAY 4 Mlađenović. Panel Discussion - “Feminist Women in Kosovo”, Panel Discussion “Challenges and the dream of over- speakers: Miljana Dunđerin, Dunja Nikolić, Ivana coming constraints”, Panelists: Fazile Bungu, Marigona Vanovac. Përvetica, Hiljmnijeta Apuk, moderator: Elvana Shala. Exhibition of paintings and drawings “Women”, Promotion of web platform - “Virtual Museum of artists: Stefana Stojilković, Ana Ignjević, Jovana Women Activists”, panelists: Igballe Rogova, Lepa Milovanović. Mlađenović, Safete Rogova, Fjolla Vukshinaj, More Theatre Performance - “Trojan Women”,USA & KS, Raça, Gresa Hasa, Manushaqe Nura, Tatjana Nikolic, based on the original La MaMa Experimental Theatre moderator: Zana Hoxha Krasniqi. production of Trojan Women, The Trojan Women Exhibition & Concert: Njomza Kastrati- Piano, Project Team: Maud Dinand, George Drance, Kim Gentiana Ahmeti – Flute, Kaltrina Miftari – Soprano, Ima, Onni Johnson, Bill Ruyle, Sara Galassini. Actors: Exhibition- Laureta Vinca Aurita Agushi, Anisa Ismaili, Branislav Stanković, Cocktail. Daniela Markaj, Donika Ahmeti, Edlir Gashi, Fisnik Sykaj, Fjolla Hana, Ilire Vinca, Jelena Orlović, Kush- Theatre Performance “White Horse” - Playwriter: trim Qerimi, Marija Velić, Mikel Markaj, Mina Nikolić, Smaranda Nicolau Director & Producer: Ioana Paun Qëndresa Kajtazi, Rajmonda Ahmetaj, Skender Performer: Ilinca Manolache Music: Diana Miron Podvorica, Stefan Đordević, Stefan Stojanović dhe Investigation: Laura Stefanut. Tamara Trajković. Music: Skender Kapllani & Mërgim Concert - “Ilire Avdiu and the Band”, Ilire Avdiu – Kapllani. Clarinet; Teoman Ukqa - Drums Dukagjin Muhaxheri - Saxphone Fatjon Mifatri – Sint.
Workshop “A Crash Course in Design Thinking”, Theatre Performance - “Barbara”, Director: Elhame trainers: Abetare Gojani and Erëza Gjikolli. Kutllovci; Actors: Qëndresa Kajtazi & Edlir Gashi. DAY 5 Conference - “Justice for murdered women as Circus performance- “Frau Vladusch” - Trapez/ a result of domestic violence”, speakers: Atifete Tanz/Theater, Author: Jana Korb; Director: Erica Ruhl; Jahjaga, Annette M. Fath-Lihic, Igballe Rogova, Flora Performance: Jana Korb; Music: Ulas Aktas & Stefan la Macula, Hilmi Jashari, Sevdije Morina, Vjosa Osmani, Roche. Valdete Idrizi, Arbërie Nagavci, Moderator: Ariana Concert - “Suada and the Dreamers”, Musicians: Suada Qosaj – Mustafa. Abazi, Philip Kleiner. Exhibition - “Collective Feminist Art”, Ilina Arsova In North of Mitrovica. Visual, Fjolla Ferati, Albulena Jashari, Shqipe Mehmeti, Performance “Impuls”, Director: Lea Jevtic, Actors: Florentina Pllana, Rozafa Shpuza, Fjolla Bislimi, Gala Šalipur & Danica Stanković. Shpatina Fejzullahu, Anida Basha & Arbian Kahrimab, Anita Ramshaj, Šehida Miftari, Ardiana Shala -Prishtina, Concert - Band “Comme II Faut, Performers: Lea Jevtić Vlora Kosumi , Milica, Milović Kinolli, Curators: Majlinda - Vocals, Guitar, Marina Bašić - Vocals, Katarina Dulović Shefkiu & Stefana Stojilković. - Cello.
Workshop - “Who do you pretend to be? Who are you really?, Trainer: DAY 6 Elvira Haxhiaga Panel Discussion -”Young people for Peace and Activism”, Speakers: Nita Zogiani, Vladimir Filić, Hanumshahe Dalipi, Stina Magnuson Buur; Moderator: Yllka Soba. Inauguration of Mural “FemArt - We RUN THE SHOW“ Students Faculty of Arts: Aurela Hajdini, Rrezarta Berbatovci, Olta Qeska, Arrita Katona, Drenusha Dalipi, Puhizë Mjeku, Renea Begolli, Albana Bislimi, Luiza Thaqi Mentor: Rudina Xhaferi. Theatre performance - “Daughter” - Wales, Author: Jillian Greenhalgh With participation of Kosovar daughters and mothers. Concert / Special Guest - “Akua Naru & Band” - USA/DE, Band: Christain Nink, Alexander Roenz, Julian Ritter, Haile Jno –Baptiste, Dany Lavital.
29 FEMART FESTIVAL 7 - FREEDOM VS SHAME 10th-16th June 2019
For the Seventh time, Art and Community Center - Artpolis has organized FemArt festival - International Women Artists and Activists Festival that was held in Pristina during 10 -16 June, 2019 (7 days).
The motto of the festival for this year was Freedom VS Shame thus encouraging women to take ownership of their lives and decision making while promoting a life free of judgment and prejudice. Women are shamed consistently for whatever reason the patriarchal views can think of, that is why with this motto we aim to raise awareness and empower all women regardless of their ethnic, social, racial backgrounds and sexual preferences.
The program of the festival included topics such as: Human rights, Sexual and Reproductive health rights - abortion, Transitional justice and peace, LGBTQI rights, Women empowerment, Violence against women, global and regional exchange successes stories etc.
All these powerful and inspiring events were conducted in 13 different areas: Hotel Grand, ODA Theatre, Innovation Center Kosovo – ICK, Menza Ramiz Sadiku, National Library of Kosovo, The National Theatre of Kosovo, Student Center, Faculty of Arts, Mother Teresa Square, The National Gallery of Kosovo, Etno Village Kukaj, Fidan Lahu – Center and Lapidarium of Kosovo Museum.
During the Seven days of the festival, there were over 200 artists and activists (women and men) from different countries were involved through their activities and projects. As every year 30 volunteers had the opportunity to be part of the festival, to help the festival in order for everything to go smoothly and in return FemArt helped them grow in cultural managerial skills, as well as on a SEVENTH EDITION personal level, new friendships and joyful moments
Kosovo Albania Austria Bosnia and France Italy Japan Herzegovina
Netherland North Portugal Serbia USA Macedonia
The festival was attended by: 4,000 people.
The seventh edition of Femart is supported by: European Union, Kvinna till Kvinna, Austrian Development Cooperation, UNFPA, Ministry of culture, youth and sports, Prishtina Municipality, Cfd, KRCT, Unë e Du Kosovën, IPKO Foundation, UNWOMEN, K10Coalition, Hotel International Prishtina.
Institutional and media sponsors: Glam Radio, Kosovo National Library “Pjetër Bogdani”, The National Gallery of Kosovo, Kosovo Museum, Oda Theater, KultPlus, KTV, Menza Ramiz Sadiku.
Femart Festival 7th edition was part of the 20 activities commemorating the 20th anniversary of the liberation of Prishtina, organized in cooperation with the municipality of Prishtina.
30 Theatre 5 performances Street 1 1 Performance Dance Theatre Meet the Poet
Slam Poetry
Exhibitions 1 2 Music Concerts 4
Conferences 2 1 3 Master Class Panel Discussions
Workshops 4
Presentation 1
31 SEVENTH EDITION
Exhibition “Be my face” – Artist Eliza Hoxha DAY 1 The Performance: “After that....” - Artists: Agnes Nokshiqi & Mjellma Goranci Firzi Concert – LUCIBELA “Tribute to Cesaria Evora” / Cabo-Verdean-e (São Nicolau –Barlavento islands) - Artists: Lucibela; Cavaquinho: José Antonio; Guitar: Stephan George Coctail
Conference - #Unbroken / Wrong place, wrong time – 20 years later Panel I: “The survivors of sexual violence during 90s war – 20 DAY 2 years later” Panel II: “No shame in Justice: Addressing stigma against survivor of sexual violence during the 90s war in Kosovo - Government Institutions Perspective” Panel III: “Fighting Stigma through Media and Arts - Addressing and acknowledging sexual violence during the war in Kosovo”, Masterclass – WikiWoman Albanian + Edit – A – Thon, Trainers: Rina Zhubi & Odeta Doci “Poetry for Power” – Poetry night & Music, Artists: Flutura Açka – Albania; Klara Buda author – France; Nurie Emrullai – North Macedonia; Ilire Zajmi; Donika Dabishevci; Sibel Halimi – Kosova; Music: Albulena Jashari – singer; Faruk Banjska – guitar. Performance– QUEENDOM / Hungary, Concept & Direction: Veronika Szabó Artists: Luca Borsos, Julia Jakubowska, Rozália Kemény, Fanni Lakos, Lori Baldwin, Sarah Günther, Veronika Szabó, Viktoria Makra; Consulents: Márta Ladjánszki, Tamara Zsófia Vadas; Costumes: Anna Ádám; Lights: Máté Bredán; Dj: Vera Vida; Sound and music editor: Dávid Somló
Conference - #Unbroken / Breaking the Power of Shame DAY 3 Panel I: “Introductory Remarks and Presentation of Report: “Abortions in Kosovo: an analysis of induced abortions and reproductive health from 1999 – 2019” Panel II: “Questions and Answers Sessions with the Public” Panel III: “Abortions in Kosovo: Viewpoint of Medical Doctors and Professionals” Inauguration of Mural #Unbroken – Promoting and Empowering women through Art, Artist: Judith De Leeuw / Netherland *In cooperation with MuralFest - Ferizaj. Theatre Performance “ETYMOS” / Italy, Choreography: Simona Cieri; Concept: Rosanna Cieri; Music: different authors; Costumes: Sara Galli; Directed by: Rosanna and Simona Cieri After Party - Faybeo’n Mickens, LiKWUiD (Stylez) USA, Lilac (Warm Up)
32 SEVENTH EDITION
Workshop – “Creating Feminist Posters” / Albania – Italy, trainers: Blerta DAY 4 Hoçia & Silvia Basso Presentation - “Talk with Silvia Basso: Illustration, Language and Invention” / Italy, Artist: Silvia Basso Panel discussion: “Women artists in decision-making”, Panelists: Vjosa Berisha; Dijana Milošević; Besa Luzha; Merita Smaja; Ema Andrea, Moderator: More Raça Theater performance “La Grand Cahier”/Japan, Director: Akane YAKAGUCHI – Aktors: Seiji Takasugi; Atsushi Heki; Kohsuke Ashiya; Tatsuya; Yasuko Sasaki.
Feminist discussions “Connect + Engage + Inspire” - Hiking, sightseeing, rest and relaxation with artists and activists of Femart Festival – Etno Village – Kukaj. DAY 5 Workshop in the street “Be the Rhythm” / (African singing and dancing) / Portugal – Fushë Kosova. Workshop in the street “Be the Rhythm” / (African singing and dancing) / Portugal – Mother Teresa Square, Artists: YEMADAS – Portugal Sales exhibition – “Lily of the Valley” & Music, Curator: Njomëza Luci; Music: Vala Mulliqi / vocal & Denis Rexhepi /guitar Theatre Performance “The Canon of Women” – Premier, Director: Arlinda Morina – Assistant director: Labinot Rraci, Actresses: Arta Lahu, Kaltrinë Zeneli, Molikë Maxhuni, Qëndresa Kajtazi, Qëndresa Loki, Rajmonda Ahmetaj, Shqipe Gashi, Vjosa Abazi. Production: Art and Community Center - Artpolis.
Panel Discussion “Young Promoters from the Region”, Panelists: Rreze Abdullahu / DAY 6 KS, Stefana Živković, Duresa Tafa/KS, Vildana Džekman/BiH, Andrijana Kocić/SRB, Jasmina Todorović/SRB, Ana Vasileva/NM; Moderatore: Nertila Qarri Gërguri/KS. Book Promotion & Panel Discussion: “Inter-generational Dialogue on Feminist Activism in National (Post-) Yugoslav space”. Author & Moderator: Vjollca Krasniqi; Panelists: Dafina Beqiri/ Ks, Liridona Sijarina/KS, Zana FemArt /KS, Jadranka Miličević/BiH, Vildana Džekman/BiH, Lepa Mlađenović/SRB, Sanja Dojkić/SRB *This panel is supported by Balkan Trust for Democracy and Western Balkans Fund. Theatre Performance “Milky Way”, Author / Director: Armand Bora, Actress: Egla Ceno Artistic Performance & Slam Poetry - “From ‘Other’ to ‘Self’, Artist: Uresa Ahmeti; Moderator: Genta Sefa.
FEMART FINALE - CONCERT Special guest “Yemadas”/Portugal, A ritual and DAY 7 deep journey into tribal contemporary trance. Evolution Dance crew/Kosova Marsela Cibukaj, Vitmar Basha & Band/Albania.
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