Maja Delinić assumes control over the Shakespeare Festival
The Neuss Shakespeare Festival is set to undergo a transformative change under the new artistic direction of Maja Delinić, who has recently been appointed as the festival's leader. Delinić, with her extensive experience in theatre, is eager to bring fresh ideas and a global perspective to the festival, scheduled to commence on May 6, 2022.
One of Delinić's key focuses is accessibility. She plans to introduce performances with sign language interpretation and audio description for visually and hearing-impaired audiences. Additionally, relaxed performances designed for neurodiverse and differently-abled viewers will be offered. To engage wider demographics, affordable ticket schemes and community outreach programs will be implemented.
Delinić also emphasises the importance of global-regional collaborations. She intends to partner with international theatre companies to co-produce Shakespeare plays that blend diverse cultural interpretations. This will foster cross-cultural dialogue and provide a platform for lesser-known adaptations from different parts of the world.
The festival will feature a multidisciplinary program that includes theatre, dance, readings, and musical performances. Delinić aims to integrate live music, dance, and visual arts with Shakespearean texts to create immersive, hybrid performances. She also plans to host workshops and panels that combine literature, technology (like AR/VR), and performing arts to explore new storytelling mediums.
To celebrate linguistic diversity, Delinić plans to programme a selection of Shakespeare plays performed in various languages. Surtitles or multilingual program notes will ensure accessibility while showcasing the festival's international outlook. Bilingual or multilingual performances that incorporate local dialects and languages relevant to the Neuss region will also be encouraged.
Delinić is not only focused on the festival's artistic aspects but also on its connection with the city and its people. She envisions a theatre troupe performing in various locations throughout Neuss, possibly in collaboration with local businesses. This will help make the festival more accessible to all residents of Neuss, including both avid fans and potential new ones.
Delinić has moved to Neuss and is eager to absorb the city's atmosphere and draw inspiration from its people. She believes that the children who attended the festival 30 years ago are now returning as adults and hopes to continue and further develop the festival's program for children and youth.
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Dr. Christiane Zangs, the cultural affairs commissioner, described Delinić's appointment as a stroke of luck. Delinić brings international experience and networks in the global theatre scene, including contacts in Croatia, Armenia, Russia, Israel, and Brazil.
With Delinić at the helm, the Neuss Shakespeare Festival is set to expand the traditional boundaries of Shakespearean theater, promising an inclusive, globally connected, creatively rich, and linguistically diverse experience for all.
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