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Art Alive Kulturverein
National Network
Austria
Address
Schörgelgasse 66/62Country
AustriaCity
GrazTelephone
+436505496161E-Mail (2)
artalive.office@gmail.comYear of Establishment
2016Contact Person1
Aldina TopcagicJob Title 1
Director of Art AliveOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
International/Cultural relationsGeneral Information
Art Alive is a non-profit cultural organization based in Graz, Austria, with four key members: Aldina Topčagić (Director), Laura Puchtler (Deputy Chair), Edina Topčagić (Cashier), and Gerald Reiterer (Writer). The organization is funded by donations and sponsorships from foundations, institutions, government cultural programs, the foreign affairs ministry, and international embassies. The annual budget is approximately €20,000. Projects and Collaborations: Art Alive Cultural Association has collaborated with prestigious cultural institutions such as: - Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Royal Museum of Fine Arts of Belgium, Kunsthaus Graz, Austria, Papierfabrik Graz, Austria, Fabrica de Arte Cubano, Havana, Joanneums Museum Graz, Museum of Contemporary Art Zagreb, Croatia, Art House Balthazar Brussels, Museum BOZAR Brussels, EU Parliament Brussels (project promoting democracy through arts and culture) Key Projects: "Sarajevo Contemporary Dance Intensive": The most professional and successful project for the development of contemporary dance in Bosnia and Herzegovina, featuring workshops with international masters at the National Theatre Sarajevo. "Displaced Rhythms", "Timeless in Space", "Space Series", "Living Sculptures": Performances combining contemporary dance, singing, music, and spoken word in art houses and museums worldwide, addressing themes of war, displacement, violence against women, and the individual's place in society, with the aim of fostering mutual understanding, empathy, reconciliation and, resilience. "Hidden Treasure": A persoal growth workshop on transgenerational trauma, combining body movement and psychology. Main Partners: Art Alive collaborates with numerous institutions and organizations, including: - KUMA International, Kultura Media, National Theatre Sarajevo, Goethe-Institut BiH, - Various international and local partners Art Alive is dedicated to fostering cultural development, democracy, equality, peace-building, and mutual understanding in post-conflict zones and beyond.Mission and Objectives
Art Alive Cultural Association is dedicated to the development of contemporary dance art, along with initiatives fostering understanding among individuals regarding post-conflict themes, empowerment through movement and storytelling, and transgenerational trauma healing. We believe that the transformative power of art has a responsibility to address societal issues, raise awareness, and drive change. Our focus lies in the creation of trans- and multidisciplinary art projects. We strive to inspire individuals and make a positive impact on society, aiming to leave a lasting legacy by improving the world through our artistic work and personal growth programs. Founder and director of Art Alive: Performance Artist, dancer, choreographer Aldina Topcagic Inspired by her personal experiences coming from a post-conflict country and having experienced war and displacement, her work is dedicated to fostering understanding and empathy within societies.Main Projects / Activities
Art Alive is organizing: - Performances and performative interventions in art houses such as galleries, museums, and theatres. - Workshops for professional contemporary dance with international masters in the field. - Personal growth workshops addressing transgenerational trauma through body movement, dance, and psychology. Art Alive also produces panel discussions, creative exchange evenings, dialogues, short films, and installations. All projects realized by Art Alive aim to develop individuals and society, contributing to the advancement of culture, democracy, equality, peace-building, and mutual understanding in post-conflict zones and beyond.How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
We are developing a new cultural sector in Bosnia and Herzegovina—professional contemporary dance. Although globally significant, it remains underdeveloped in this country. Our goal is to gather regional and international artists, create an international exchange, and foster empowerment, mutual empathy, understanding, and awareness in a post-conflict zone. With numerous international participants from Europe and beyond, "Sarajevo Contemporary Dance Intensive 2024" is a significant step towards the European integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Through personal growth programs that incorporate transgenerational dialogue through dance movement and psychology, we contribute to a healthier society by addressing individual traumas. We motivate and inspire youth and adults with our projects, as evidenced by the feedback we collect after each event.Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
We want to join the Anna Lindh Foundation because we share the same mission of empowering youth and fostering mutual understanding through dialogue, with the goal of developing a more empathetic society. We aim to collaborate with the Anna Lindh Foundation to realize our projects, particularly in Bosnia and Herzegovina, a post-conflict zone, and contribute to societal development, resilience, and reconciliation.