Don’t Stop Me Now

The second Ventilator event explores the theme of ecstasy—a state of emotional intensity that transcends rational thought and self-control. It is a moment of expanded perception, where imagination breaks through the boundaries of the known, yet inevitably seeks to return to reality. Ecstasy opens a space between surrender and restraint, between reason and impulse. The body becomes both subject and instrument, following its own mechanical and instinctive logic in a game where the mind hesitates to let go.

Ventilator cycle organised by Zavod Sploh evokes movement, circulation, and exchange—between ideas, forms, techniques, and people. It opens space for experimentation, collaboration, and unexpected artistic encounters.

Soft Power — Concept by Kristina Aleksova (2023)

This edition focuses on the concept of soft power—Joseph S. Nye’s term for influence through cultural appeal rather than force. Drawing on ballet’s historical ties to political power, the research examines how this seemingly delicate art form has shaped social ideals, gender roles, and national identities. By intertwining ballet conventions with contemporary performance practices, the work explores how tradition and control coexist within today’s media-saturated world.