Personal Experience of Violence Prompted Vesna Mimica to Fight for Women's Rights: The System Shocked Me More Than Anything

Večernji List is proud to highlight the achievements of Vesna Mimica, a true luminary of Croatian contemporary dance. Her recent receipt of the annual professional award for contemporary dance is a testament to her decades of impactful work, which has not only shaped our nation's dance scene but also enriched our television landscape.

Mimica's influence extends beyond the stage and screen. Her pioneering efforts in popularizing aerobics, earning her the moniker 'Croatian Jane Fonda,' and her instrumental role in establishing the SOS helpline for victims of violence underscore her deep commitment to societal well-being. These contributions demonstrate a dedication that transcends artistic pursuits, reflecting a profound engagement with the community.

In her own words, Mimica eloquently describes dance as a unique art form that synthesizes visual art, space, the body, drama, text, and music. This holistic perspective, which encompasses both internal and external expression, resonates deeply within Croatian culture, where art is often seen as intrinsically linked to human experience and emotion. Her ability to convey meaning without words speaks to the universal power of movement, a power that connects us all.

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When you are involved in dance, you are simultaneously image and space and body, but also drama and text and music. You deal with both the inner and outer space, and with how the body moves and what it can express without words. Unlike other arts, dance is close to everyone because we all move.