Online Side Event at World Conference on Culture and Arts Education
ITI/UNESCO Network's Panel Discussion
Harmonizing Heritage and Innovation: Navigating Tradition in Contemporary Arts Education
ZOOM, Monday, 12 February 2024 | 14h00 – 15h30 (Paris Time)
The upcoming UNESCO World Conference on Culture and Arts Education, taking place from 13 to 15 February, 2024, in Abu Dhabi, is set to include a Panel Discussion organized by the ITI/UNESCO Network for Higher Education in the Performing Arts.
This side event, titled "Harmonizing Heritage and Innovation: Navigating Tradition in Contemporary Arts Education," aims to delve into the delicate balance between preserving cultural heritage and embracing innovative approaches within the realm of arts education.
This event is designed to foster a dynamic and inclusive dialogue on the intersection of heritage and innovation in arts education. By exploring how tradition can coexist and thrive alongside modern approaches, our goal is to inspire educators, students, and professionals in the performing arts sector.
Date and Time:
Monday, 12 February 2024 | 14h00 – 15h30 (Paris Time)
Online event via ZOOM:
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https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82880115731?pwd=3oERIASgfhvpG02qdcJB5E1EQkCv0A.1
Meeting ID: 828 8011 5731
Passcode: 535699
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The UNESCO World Conference on Culture and Arts Education itself, to be held at the Ministerial level, aims to adopt a global Framework on Culture and Arts Education. Hosted by the United Arab Emirates, the conference seeks to enhance inter-ministerial policy dialogue, fostering a more integrated approach to education and culture. Stakeholders from Member States, intergovernmental organizations, UN agencies, UNESCO Chairs, UNITWIN Networks, academia, and civil society organizations worldwide will converge to exchange expertise, share knowledge, and shape innovative ideas.
The ITI/UNESCO Network for Higher Education in the Performing Arts, a collaborative effort between UNESCO and ITI involving over 60 higher education and research institutions, adheres to the guidelines and procedures of the UNITWIN/UNESCO Chair and Network Programme. The network focuses on higher education in the performing arts, encompassing drama, theatre, dance, music theatre, playwriting, and related disciplines.
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Introduction
Chen Zhongwen
General Secretary of ITI/UNESCO Network
Deputy Director-General of ITI
Educator
Moderation
Daniel Bausch
Head of Advanced Studies Accademia
Teatro Dimitri Switzerland
Educator
Opening Keynote
Lemi Ponifasio
Samoa and New Zealand
Stage Director, Choreographer, Visual Artist
Artistic Director of MAU
World Theatre Ambassador of ITI
International Dance Day Message Author
Speech: “Navigating Tradition in Contemporary Performing Arts Creation.”
Lemi, a visionary artist, seamlessly blends traditional and avant-garde dance, creating captivating performances. His commitment to local communities includes collaborative projects that respect cultural heritage. Ponifasio empowers local artists through training, bridging traditional forms with contemporary expression. His visionary approach fosters appreciation for cultural heritage, inspiring connections between cultures and generations.
Invited Speaker
Jarosław Fret
Poland
Founder and Leader of Teatr ZAR
Theatre Director and Actor
Director of the Grotowski Institute
Speech: “Insights on Tradition and Innovation in the European”
As founder of Teatr ZAR and Director of the Grotowski Institute, Fret skillfully merges traditional and contemporary elements in performances, preserving heritage and fostering innovation. His groundbreaking research into religious music's oldest forms and direction of performances, like the Gospels of Childhood triptych, showcase his adept navigation of tradition and modernity.
Invited Speaker
Serge Nicolaï
France
Actor, Theatre Director, Educator