Este texto é um registo de algumas memórias significativas do Encontro Artístico “Gerações Brilhantes”, organizado pelo Théâtre Massalia e pela ASSITEJ França, em março de 2025. Utilizarei um método que me permitirá, por vezes, referir-me a algumas experiências pessoais – tanto relativas à minha ligação com a ASSITEJ quanto a momentos marcantes do ASSITEJ Artistic Gathering (AAG); afinal, era também o meu 60º aniversário. Uma vez que estiveram presentes 819 delegados de diferentes países, mencionarei algumas pessoas pelo primeiro nome, para que simbolizem todos nós que, em conjunto, tornamos este encontro marcante, reforçando a importância dos diferentes fios que compõem o tecido da ASSITEJ (no final do texto, se pode ler seus nomes e a parte da Associação que representam neste texto). Faço-o também para simbolizar uma frase que esteve presente nos discursos de Émilie (Théâtre Massalia), Fanny, Anabelle, Christophe (Scènes d'enfance - ASSITEJ França) e Sue (ASSITEJ Internacional) na abertura do evento: somos uma grande família.
Paulo Merisio, Membro do Comitê Executivo da ASSITEJ InternacionalThere are reasons to celebrate: ASSITEJ International is turning 60! Our global community of performing arts for, with and by children and youngsters will come together in Marseille to gather people from different generations and continents to look back to 60 years of international exchange and advocacy // and to envision our future in workshops, round tables and conferences. But that’s not all: Just before we arrive in France, we celebrate the World Day of Theatre for Young Audiences with thousands of activities around the globe focusing on children’s right to participate in arts and culture with the slogan: Take a child to the theatre today.
Julia Dina Heße, Member of the ASSITEJ International Executive CommitteeWe too often hear that children and young people are spectators of tomorrow, or citizens of tomorrow. I am happy to say that this is not the case - today’s children and young people are spectators of today and citizens of today. I have read somewhere that children are serious people. Will you believe that? Well look out, it is all the more true compared to many past and contemporary world leaders.
Yannick Boudeau, Member of the ASSITEJ International Executive CommitteeYet, amidst this turbulence, I find myself filled with both regret and hope. While I feel profound sorrow that the younger generation must witness such instability, I am deeply moved by the response of Millennials and Gen Z, particularly young women, who have been at the forefront of the impeachment demonstrations. They have transformed the nature of protest itself, replacing traditional candlelight vigils with cheerful light sticks from pop concerts. Even in the harsh winter weather, they continue their steadfast vigil, offering a glimmer of hope in what otherwise feels like a gloomy New Year.
Seok-hong Kim, Member of the ASSITEJ International Executive CommitteeWe are very excited about this next gathering of our ASSITEJ community, during which 19 shows will be presented and about fifty activities in the professional program. This part is currently still being developed, but you can already go to the website france2025.assitejonline.org to see the program of shows, buy a pass and organize your visit. ASSITEJ International, Scènes d’Enfance – ASSITEJ France, we are mobilized to prepare for your stay and continue to refine the international meeting. An online program will be offered to those who cannot make the trip.
Emilie Robert, Member of the ASSITEJ International Executive CommitteeNous sommes très enthousiastes à l’idée de ce prochain rassemblement de notre communauté, à l’occasion duquel seront présentés 19 spectacles, auxquelles s’ajouteront une cinquantaine d’activités du programme professionnel. Celui-ci est en cours d’élaboration, mais vous pouvez déjà aller sur le site france2025.assitejonline.org pour consulter la programmation des spectacles, acheter un passe et organiser votre venue. ASSITEJ International, Scènes d’Enfance – ASSITEJ France, nous sommes mobilisés pour préparer votre séjour et continuons de peaufiner la rencontre. Un programme en ligne sera proposé à ceux et celles qui ne pourront faire le déplacement.
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