As Skopje prepares for its role as the European Capital of Culture 2028, the discussion highlighted how culture, storytelling, innovation, and heritage can strengthen international visibility, urban identity, and global engagement.
Many thanks to the distinguished speakers for sharing their perspectives and experiences:
Dejan Projkovski , Macedonian theatre director
Risima Risimkin , Macedonian ballerina and choreographer
Bratislav Dimitrov, Macedonian theatre and film director, writer, and playwright
Ana Durlovski, leading opera soprano of the Macedonian Opera and Ballet
Gere Tripkov , President of the “Икуалити” Association
Special thanks to Aleksandra Jurukovska , literary critic, author, journalist, and cultural promoter, for expertly moderating the discussion and guiding this inspiring exchange of ideas.
The session reaffirmed that culture and creativity are not only expressions of identity but also powerful tools for connecting communities, promoting dialogue, and building a shared vision for the future.
