GUEST
CONCEPT AND DIRECTION:
Juliana Berezhnaya
CAST:
Eleonora Shafran, Elina Timashevskaia, Julie Hlaváčová, Anna Hulchenko
SOUND DESIGN:
Nikolay Yakimov
DURATION:
90 minut
LANGUAGE:
english
Inspired by the tragedy of Euripides
A piece by TEATR FORMA
A contemporary adaptation of the famous classical myth, reimagined through a
bold female perspective.
This women-led piece transforms the ancient story of Medea into an emotionally
charged exploration of betrayal, loss, and liberation - raw, physical, and powerfully
present.
When betrayal destroys everything,
There’s only one choice left -
The choice of oneself.
She loses it all: trust, home, love.
She breaks the cycle of pain
And leads to a terrifying decision
In the name of personal freedom.
Medea is a flame
that burns the past to ashes
so that something new can rise.
Free. Dangerous. Real.
Emotions - exposed.
Actions - utterly honest.
TEATR FORMA is a dynamic theatre group under the direction of Juliana Berezhnaya,
dedicated to exploring innovative storytelling and diverse artistic expressions. With a
multidisciplinary approach, the artistic team challenges traditional narratives and
engages audiences through unique interpretations of both classic and contemporary
works. The productions are rooted in expressivity and deep emotion, reflecting a
meaningful exploration of form and content.
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Juliana Berezhnaya is a theatre and opera director, educator, and author of original
concepts, with a focus on physical dramaturgy and the emotional architecture of
performance. Born in Tashkent and based in Prague since 2013, she works across
Europe in opera, drama, and experimental theatre.
Juliana is known for creating visually meaningful and emotionally powerful
performances that transcend genre boundaries. Her directing blends symbolism,
movement, and psychological depth, often placing the female experience at the
center.
She leads TEATR FORMA - her independent theatre space and artistic signature - and
heads ArT Platforma, an international creative centre for interdisciplinary
collaboration. Her recent credits include Don Giovanni at the Musikverein in Vienna,
The Seagull, Exit the King, and a reinterpretation of Three Sisters by Anton Chekhov.