Opole Dance Stage is a showcase of Polish performances in the field of contemporary dance, as well as an opportunity to explore intriguing works from abroad. We present the most exciting dance and performance productions to both Opole’s and Poland’s audiences, featuring emerging and established artists working at the intersection of dance and performance. The program is complemented by contextual and educational events, such as lectures, dance workshops, and meetings with creators.

The idea for this festival was born during the pandemic as a way to support independent artists who were left without institutional backing during this difficult time. However, this was not the only reason. As the JK Opole Theatre expanded its program to embrace a “theatre of many voices and different perspectives,” it became evident that incorporating performative arts was a natural next step. The approach we adopted—conducting workshops with our entire acting ensemble and integrating professional dancers and performers into productions—allowed us to introduce a new working model to the institution. This model reshaped traditional production and curatorial pathways, fostering a more interdisciplinary artistic process.