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Aleksandras Špilevojus Creates Theater in Anykščiai, Invites Audience to Nighttime Performance

Aleksandras Špilevojus Creates Theater in Anykščiai, Invites Audience to Nighttime Performance

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor and director Aleksandras Špilevojus is relocating his theater laboratory from the capital to the Anykščiai region.
  • The theater, formerly known as 'Meno alchemija,' will now be called 'Toli' and is establishing itself in Užbliuvoniai hamlet.
  • On July 24, Špilevojus will premiere 'Pačios,' described as the country's first nighttime experiential performance set in nature.

Actor, playwright, and director Dr. Aleksandras Špilevojus is moving his theater laboratory from the capital city to the Anykščiai district, a region close to his heart. The theater, previously named 'Meno alchemija,' will now operate under the name 'Toli' from its new base in the Užbliuvoniai hamlet.

This relocation signifies a commitment to regional development and artistic initiatives. Špilevojus has gathered a team of creators who will join him in Anykščiai for various artistic and educational projects. The move aims to foster cultural activity outside the main urban centers.

On July 24, director Špilevojus will present the premiere of 'Pačios,' a unique nighttime experiential performance. Billed as the first of its kind in Lithuania, the performance will unfold amidst the natural surroundings of the Anykščiai region, offering an immersive experience for the audience.

The establishment of 'Toli' in Anykščiai represents an effort to create a distinct theatrical presence in the region, offering innovative performances and engaging the local community and visitors alike in artistic exploration.

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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.