Bright Celebration

Bright Opening


Welcome!
We’ll celebrate the start of the festival at JES and give you a taste of what to expect this week. The curatorial team will introduce the international guest performances. City and state politicians will participate in discussions with the festival philosophers.


The 10 international NEW GENERATION scholarship holders meet for the first time. The BRIGHT SIGNS focus group introduces itself and showcases the programme for deaf and hearing-impaired audiences
Come and raise a glass with us!
Fri 15 May, 3 p.m., JES Hall

Bright Opening 2024 Photo: Julia Sang Nguyen

Shine Bright Festivalparty

Before we go our separate ways, we dance the night away. We reminisce, shake off some of our burdens and soak up the energy of the festival.

We share experiences, forge connections and look forward to more bright prospects!


Bright Party 2024 Photo: Julia Sang Nguyen