FEDORA - Explore the interviews with the winners of the FEDORA Prizes Biennale

FEDORA Award Ceremony - 26.04.2025 - Wiener Staatsoper Stairs © Rizar Photo for FEDORA © Gabriel Alarcon i

Explore the interviews with the winners of the FEDORA Prizes Biennale

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible winners of the 2025 edition of the FEDORA Biennale Prizes, announced during a memorable ceremony on April 26th at the Wiener Staatsoper in Vienna. The prizes honor innovation and outstanding contributions in the categories of Opera, Dance, Education, and Digital.

Hear directly from the winners as they share what it meant to receive this recognition and how the award may shape their creative journeys ahead. Their reflections offer a compelling look into the future of performing arts, one driven by bold vision, innovation, and deep cultural impact.

From transformative educational programs to pioneering digital experiences, these projects are pushing boundaries and redefining what’s possible on and off stage. We invite you to explore their stories and be inspired by the artistry and ambition driving the next chapter of the performing arts landscape.

Winner of the FEDORA Opera Prize 2025

The Curing Line
Led by Straymaker (Ireland)

"Winning the FEDORA Opera Prize 2025 (...) will allow us to bring the work to as wide and diverse an international audience as possible."

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Winner of the FEDORA - VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Dance Prize 2025

Gentleman Jack
Led by Northern Ballet (United Kingdom)

"Somehow in my heart I feel that there is some sort of validation… that we are on a good path."

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