Alongside its historic architecture and vibrant café culture, Zagreb offers visitors the opportunity to experience contemporary dance as a meaningful way to spend an evening and connect with the city’s living artistic scene.
One such recommendation is Sleep, My Baby, Sleep (Spavaj, dijete moje malo, spavaj), an evocative contemporary dance performance presented at the Zagreb Dance Center (Zagrebački plesni centar). Created by acclaimed Croatian choreographer Matija Ferlin, and inspired by a text by Nobel Prize–winning writer Jon Fosse, the piece is performed by four dancers and unfolds through a refined interplay of movement, voice, and sound.Rather than telling a linear story, the performance creates a quiet, dreamlike atmosphere through fragmented gestures and subtle physical actions, making it accessible and engaging for international audiences regardless of language. The work invites viewers to slow down and experience dance as an intimate, sensory encounter.
The performance is scheduled for two evening showings in January at 8:00 PM (January 16 and 17) at the Zagreb Dance Center, making it an ideal cultural option for visitors spending the winter season in the city. Tickets can be purchased online via the Zagreb Dance Center’s official website, allowing travelers to easily plan their cultural itinerary in advance.
For those interested in contemporary performing arts, this production offers a memorable insight into Zagreb’s dynamic dance culture and a distinctive way to experience the city beyond traditional sightseeing.
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