Opening panel avant première 2025 Shaping the future - the power of public service media in performing arts

Jean Paul Phillipot RTBF

Lucia Recalde European commission

Natalia Gorscack RTV Slovenja

Wolfganng Bergmann Arte 

Moderated by Aliena Haig

The panel was followed by the screening of the work in progress of Gustavia + the Black Prince by Elzevir Films.

Special Screening: Gustavia + The Black Prince, presented by Elzévir Films + Auditorium Films + SVT

The ballet 'Gustavia' and the documentary 'The Black Prince' explore the extraordinary journeys of Gustav Badin and Couchi, two former slaves who rose to prominence in European courts. Through dance, historical insight, and personal diaries, these films weave tales of resilience, artistry, freedom, and the power of reinvention.

With special guests Amir Chamdin (Artistic director and writer of the libretto) + Ann-Christin Danhammar (Project producer, Royal Swedish Opera) and followed by a reception hosted by Elzévir Films + Auditorium Films + SVT + IMZ.