NEWJoint Community Showcase
TBD · Slovakia · Slovakia
A special daytime community showcase featuring the Zemplínska Teplica Ensemble and the Luník IX Collective in an afternoon of performance, storytelling, and celebration.
The place where it happens
Youth gather in courtyards and community rooms to create scenes that weave together family stories, local legends, and the humor of daily life in a small town.
Cultural exchange
What we learn
We learn how to build theatre that is both shield and megaphone—protecting youth while amplifying their voice.
What we share
We share ensemble-building methods that protect dignity and make space for truthful humor.
Community & context
Zemplínska Teplica is a small town with a significant Roma population, often overshadowed by larger cities in the region. The club offers a space for youth to tell their own stories and build community pride.
Shared community needs
- Support for storytelling and facilitation mentorship for emerging youth leaders
- Resources to document and preserve stories created by the club
Support this Drama Club
Stand with Zemplínska Teplica Youth Ensemble.
Your support helps young artists access mentorship, arts education, and a creative home where they can process real-world challenges and imagine new futures rooted in their own culture and community.
501(c)(3) • Donations are tax-deductible
Artist pathways & projects
Artists learn how to build theatre that is both shield and megaphone—protecting youth while amplifying their voice.
Lead team
Current projects
- Neighborhood story archive
- Courtyard performance routes