Dream about the City [SOLD OUT]

The iconic outdoor show “Dream about the City,” directed by Janusz Opryński, returns to Lublin. A new, deeply moving version will be presented at the National Museum’s – Castle’s Courtyard to celebrate the title of the European Capital of Culture 2029.

A night is approaching that will awaken the dream of our city once again. A dream of its history and its residents, of a place that for centuries has been alive at the crossroads of cultures, religions and nations.

Nearly a decade after its spectacular premiere as part of the European Capital of Culture Wrocław 2016, “Dream about the City” returns – following our city’s successful bid for the title of European Capital of Culture 2029 and the experiences that have redefined our community.

Inspired by Józef Czechowicz’s timeless “Poem on the City of Lublin,” the performance takes viewers on a journey over the centuries of history – from the time of the first settlers, through the splendour of the Union of Lublin and the city’s multicultural flourishing, to the Lublin July, the COVID-19 pandemic, the outbreak of the full-scale war in Ukraine, and the present day.

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Ticket required for all audience members over 6 years of age

Lublin’s turbulent history is told by circus performers and acrobats suspended above the audience, balancing on tightropes, and aerial dancing. The whole experience is complemented by Jarosław Koziara’s monumental set design, Rafał Rozmus’s original music, and the voices that will carry this story: Zbigniew Dziduch reading the historical narrative, and Dorota Landowska presenting excerpts from Józef Czechowicz’s poetry.

photos: Maciej Rukasz

Today, “Dream about the City” is a tribute to Lublin, a city that, despite facing the most difficult trials, has never lost its courage, and openness. The city has transformed its borderland status into a safe space for encounter and it draws inspiration from its multicultural tradition to build the future. It is an artistic manifesto of Lublin’s winning ECoC 2029 concept, RE:UNION – a story of reunion, overcoming divisions, dialogue, and rebuilding community.

Join the event, invite your loved ones, and let’s experience this dream together!

Dream about the City, directed by Janusz Opryński

5 evenings:
August 13th / Thursday / 8:00 PM [SOLD OUT]
August 14th / Friday / 8:00 PM [SOLD OUT]
August 15th / Saturday / 8:00 PM [SOLD OUT]
August 16th / Sunday / 8:00 PM [SOLD OUT]
August 17th / Monday / 8:00 PM [SOLD OUT]

Tickets and practical information:

Ticket price: PLN 20, available at the Centre for Culture’s box office
Ticket required for all audience members over 6 years of age

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Contact and information: tel. +48 81 466 61 40 | email: kasa@ck.lublin.pl

Duration: 60 min
The performance is viewed standing.

The Castle courtyard will be divided into Sector A and B. Both sectors offer equal visibility and a comfortable viewing experience. The sectors are introduced solely for organizational reasons, to ensure your maximum comfort. Sector B will include a dedicated seating for people with different special needs, as well as a space for families with small children. Sector A will include English and the Polish Sign Language interpretation. Please take this into account when purchasing your tickets.

Culture Accessible to Everyone

We believe that art should bring people together, which is why this year’s performance has been carefully designed with the diverse needs of our guests in mind. We invite you to both ZONE A and ZONE B:

Sector A:
Polish Sign Language: Full interpretation of the performance into the Polish Sign Language (PJM) for the deaf and hard of hearing.
International Guests: Performance with English translation (subtitles).

Sector B:
Family Zone: A welcoming space for families with young children.
A designated area for people with reduced mobility.

⚠️ Sensible content: The show touches on difficult subjects and real experiences from our region’s recent history, such as the pandemic crisis and the outbreak of a full-scale war in Ukraine. We advise caution if find these topics too sensible. Your well-being is most important for us.

💬 Important information regarding the regulations:
The organizer reserves the right to cancel the event due to adverse weather conditions.
The organizer has the right to refuse entry to the event area after the show begins, to individuals under the influence of alcohol, and to anyone obstructing the smooth and safe entry. Eating, drinking alcohol, and smoking (including e-cigarettes) is strictly prohibited within the event area.

Entrance: Castle gates open at 7:20 PM. Please arrive early and proceed to sectors A or B, as indicated on your ticket.

direction: Janusz Opryński; music: Rafał Rozmus; readers: Dorota Landowska, Zbigniew Dziduch; set design: Jarosław Koziara; live drawing: Mariusz Tarkawian; sound: Jarosław Rudnicki; lighting: Jan Piotr Szamryk; visuals: Aleksander Janas;
aerial acrobatics: Magdalena Chlibiuk, Noemi Małek, Jagoda Tchurzewska, Paulina Szpara; highliners: Antoni Michalski, Adam Kamiński, Janusz Gazda, Filip Oleksik; Sztukmistrze (circus artists): Alisa Cheburkowa, Aleksandra Wasak, Daniel Chlibiuk, Artur Perskawiec, Marcin Borkowski, Krzysztof Pacholik, Michał Kozak, Bartek Danielkiewicz;
event coordination: Gabriela Żuk – Menet; production: Ksenia Duńska, Izabela Raszewska, Jacek Sadowski, Magdalena Andrasz; technical management: Jarosław Rudnicki, Jan Piotr Szamryk; promotion: Małgorzata Bartkiewicz, Malina Łukasiewicz-Stojańska, Jagoda Valkov, Martyna Bondarska; assistant director: Piotr Pękala; audience services: Iga Jarosz, Kamil Witek, Kinga Cieślak, Julia Urawska, Jarosław Gradek, Marcelina Stasiak; audience management: Dominika Karwan, Zuzanna Kurczak, Piotr Godlewski, Jakub Ćwirzeń, Małgorzata Rudnicka; spot production: Miłosz Wójciuk, Michał Mirgos;
Polish Sign Language (PJM) interpretation: Ewelina Lachowska, Łukasz Grzesiuk; English translation: Simona Kasprowicz, Ewa Molik; fragments of the translation of “Poem on the City of Lublin” were used, translated by Kevin Grabowski-Christianson and Halina Ablamowicz / “Grodzka Gate – NN Theatre” Centre;
graphics and promotional spot: Maria Lubicz-Łapińska; video recording: Grzegorz Filipiak, Szymon Mandziarz; editing: Mikołaj Kołodziejczyk; photography: Paweł Świć; administrative support: Bartłomiej Rzucidło

organizers: Centre for Culture in Lublin; European Capital of Culture – Lublin 2029; Ministry of Culture and National Heritage; in cooperation with: Fundacja Sztukmistrze; Fundacja Firmament; partner: National Museum in Lublin; sponsors: Wybieram kranówkę; LPEC – Transformacja Energetyczna; Perła – Browary Lubelskie S.A.