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May 2, 2026

From Bar to 'Claustrophobic Comedy'

Although she believes she was born in the wrong era, Anja Pavićević, a rising young actress, is doing great in the art scene, often receiving praise from her colleagues. She is currently part of a great team in the play 'Claustrophobic Comedy' at Zvezdara Theatre, where she plays Nina Herbert, a ballerina who wandered into our capital.

From Bar to 'Claustrophobic Comedy'

TL;DR

  • Anja Pavićević is a rising young actress currently performing in 'Claustrophobic Comedy' at Zvezdara Theatre.
  • She feels a stronger connection to older actors and their generation's artistic principles.
  • Acting is a difficult profession, more emotionally demanding than physically, requiring extensive preparation.
  • Pavićević aims to avoid monotony and typecasting in her career by playing diverse characters.
  • She is inspired by Serbian filmmakers like Darko Bajić and European cinema, particularly Fellini and Sorrentino.
  • Her passion for the basketball club Partizan influences her acting approach, teaching her perseverance.
  • She acknowledges the difficulty of making a living solely from acting in Serbia.