G.U.I.D
July 20, 2025
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Duration: 1h30’ In order to go out and meet all kinds of audiences, Ballet Preljocaj takes dancers to unusual places. Created in 1998, the G.U.I.D.
Every October, Tirana pulses with the rhythm of contemporary dance. Through the International Dance Festival of Tirana (IDFT), the city becomes a stage, and its theatres, squares, galleries, and unexpected corners are transformed by movement and imagination.
Now in its 5th edition, taking place October 3–21, 2026, IDFT continues to open new spaces for artistic dialogue, expand access to dance, and energize Albania’s cultural landscape. More than a festival, IDFT is a growing platform for connection, creativity, and exchange.
The festival is an initiative of the IDFT Association, founded in 2024 to support the development of dance in Albania, with a special focus on contemporary practice. Its mission is carried forward with the support of the Albanian Ministry of Economy, Culture and Innovation, and a wide network of partners, sponsors, and friends.
Angelin Preljocaj, the festival’s Artistic Director, brings to Tirana his unique artistic voice and international vision. A world-renowned choreographer of Franco-Albanian heritage, Preljocaj is celebrated for his daring and poetic approach to movement. Working across dance, music, literature, fashion, and digital arts, his work continues to shape the global dance landscape.
As Artistic Director of IDFT, Angelin returns to his roots, with the desire to nurture the next generation of dancers and make Tirana a beacon of contemporary dance in the region and beyond.
Suzanna Flammarion-de Bokaÿ is the founder and CEO of ArtForce, a consultancy specializing in collaborative intelligence and communication. She created the GPS-Relationnel method, a neuroscience-based tool to enhance teamwork, recruitment, and leadership effectiveness across industries. She is also the author of “Bien se comprendre pour mieux s’entendre”, a practical guide on improving interpersonal communication in the workplace.
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Duration: 1h30’ In order to go out and meet all kinds of audiences, Ballet Preljocaj takes dancers to unusual places. Created in 1998, the G.U.I.D.
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