Art Alive Cultural Association is dedicated to the development of contemporary dance art, along with initiatives fostering understanding among individuals regarding empowerment through movement, storytelling, and transgenerational trauma healing. We believe that the transformative power of art has a responsibility to address societal issues, raise awareness, and drive change.
Our focus lies in the creation of trans- and multidisciplinary art projects. We strive to inspire individuals and make a positive impact on society, aiming to leave a lasting legacy by improving the world through our artistic work and personal growth programs.
Founder and director
Performaning Artist Aldina Topcagic
Inspired by her personal experiences of war and displacement, her work is dedicated to fostering understanding and empathy within societies. Aldina, originally from Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a recipient of Austria's Citizenship for Extraordinary Achievements in Arts and Culture.
Newest interview with Art Alive´s director
Interventions in museums
Through their performance, they enhance visitors' perception, stimulating their senses. Individuals in the space transform from passive observers into interactive participants, becoming an integral part of both the exhibited space and the artwork.
Blog on Social Dynamics
by Art Alive´s director Aldina Topcagic
Article on crime against humanity
presented at
Harvard Business School & EU Parliament Brussels
Sarajevo Contemporary Dance Intensive
at National Theatre Sarajevo
participants from 10 countries - workshops - performances - panel discussion
"Hidden Treasures"
workshop on personal growth
EU: Together for BiH!
EU Parliament
Aldina Topcagic's initiative, dedicated to raising awareness about the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina & Europe, urging the EU to take action and support the unity of BiH & Europe.
Film awards
Experimental Short Film "couch me! "
Aldina Topcagic, Cruz Isael Mata, Dieter Michael Grohmann
Seven awards for best short film & best director
New York City (2x), Los Angeles (2x), Istanbul, Puerto la Cruz Venezuela, Chile
co-produced by Austrian Cultural Forum Paris
Film & Performative Dialog
"What-a-Mel-on"
2020/2021
Concept, Artistic Director: Aldina Topcagic
Film Production: Dieter Michael Grohmann
Dance artist: Fabio Bergaglio
Music: William Garfield Walker, Ousmane
Location: Balthasar Brussels
Award Winner: Best Director
MILAN GOLDEN AWARDS Film Festival
"Watching you being your true self, makes me be more myself."
- Oprah Winfrey
"Try and leave this word a little better than you found it:"
- Robert Baden-Powell