Through dedicated teamwork, we create bold theatrical art that provokes, inspires and encourages personal and social transformation.
DAH THEATRE was founded and has its headquarters in Belgrade since 1991. Independent, professional theater troupe and artistic team who uses the techniques of contemporary theater to create engaged art with the intention of influencing the positive development of society both globally and locally. The work of DAH Theater is based on devising theater methodology, and performances and projects are the result of a long-term work process. Starting from the theme, working at the intersection between theater, dance and visual art, DAH Theater creates performances with a vision of creating a non-violent and tolerant society.
For 35 years of continuous work, DAH Theater has successfully realized:
MISSION
Destruction and violence in the modern world can be countered by creating meaning.
"DAH Theater is one of the most successful and innovative theater companies in modern history. What makes DAH so exceptional? Their passion and innovation goes far beyond pure performance."
Dennis Barnett, Professor of Drama and Theatre, Coe College, USA (DAH Theatre: A Sourcebook)
"I watched their performances that celebrate life. I THINK about courage, dignity, perseverance, artistic finesse and the dark matter that crosses the boundaries of art. (…) They were and still are butterflies. Like a mystery, I watch them dream, how, fluttering out the window, they fly straight into History."
Eugenio Barba, director of ODIN Theater (DAH Theatre: A Sourcebook)
"By observing the theater's work and development process, it becomes clear that the Spirit of Theater is as much dedicated to personal transformation as it is to changes in the community. Social change is possible when we can change ourselves."
David J. Diamond, La MaMa Umbria (DAH Theatre: A Sourcebook)
DAH THEATER CENTER FOR RESEARCH OF CULTURE AND SOCIAL CHANGES
The work of DAH Theater is aimed at the constant exchange of knowledge, experience and ideas among artists and participants from different theatrical and national traditions. As a Center for research into culture and social change, it creates conditions for the professional development of directors, actors and other artists, instructing them in work methods that include dialogue with the community and attitude towards pressing issues of society. The center pays attention to the education of young people in the direction of contemporary theatrical expression and introduces them to other branches of art.
The center is a meeting place for artists, cultural managers, experts, various organizations and initiatives with audiences of all ages through:
Mutual cooperation and joint projects ( European and international), guest appearances in the Region, exchange of experience among young people through joint work, creation of a modern educational center for contemporary arts and management that provides opportunities for practical work on specific projects.
Our goal is also to create a place that will be a strong support for our participants, participants and audience in facing the problems of society in transition.
DAH Theatre cooperates with the most prestigious universities from all over the world, and is an active member of many national and international networks:
Assitej - Center for Drama in Education and Art, ITI [International Theater Institute], Independent Cultural Scene of Serbia [NKS], Theater without Borders, The Magdalena Project [International Network of Women in Theater], EURORESO [International Association for Science and Education], IMPACT [Platform for Art, Culture and Conflict Transformation].
Over the years, DAH Theater has acquired numerous national and international awards recognition for his work and contribution to culture. DAH Theater made a significant contribution to the development of contemporary theater in Serbia and beyond. Their innovative approach, commitment to social issues and dedication to artistic research have solidified their position as one of the most influential theater companies in the region.
