A CALL FOR FREEDOM | Dance Is Life

A call for freedom was a star-studded evening that reminds us of the importance of free speech and free art. Many of the performing artists do not have the opportunity to freely practice their art in their home countries and are therefore currently living in exile. As an artist, the right to freely express oneself is fundamental. It is by creating debate and discussion that society can develop. Riksteatern is proud to highlight these artists who, through their work, are changing and creating platforms for a more open and diverse world. Usually, Eldfesten is organized in different parts of Sweden in connection with the celebration of Chaharshanbe Suri, which takes place on the last Tuesday before Nouroz – a non-religious festival that has been celebrated for thousands of years. Norouz means a new day and has always been celebrating and cherishing freedom. This year, due to the current situation in Iran, the Swedish National Touring Theatre will organize Eldfesten with the theme A call for freedom. In collaboration with association Farhang – a part of Riksteatern