arts
April 4, 2026
Director Nebojša Bradić for Danas: When you listen to politicians, you realize how healing it is to read and direct Andrić
The occasion for the interview with director Nebojša Bradić is the premiere of the play "Love in the Circus" based on the works of Ivo Andrić, with which the National Theatre in Kruševac last week began celebrating 80 years since its founding.
TL;DR
- Nebojša Bradić directed and dramatized "Love in the Circus," a new play based on Ivo Andrić's works, celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Kruševac National Theatre.
- The play uses the circus as a setting and metaphor for life, drawing inspiration from Andrić's collection "A House on the Outskirts" and exploring themes of memory and fragmented reality.
- Bradić believes Andrić's work remains relevant for its profound exploration of human nature, including darker aspects like shock, anger, and envy, offering a counterpoint to contemporary political discourse.
- He highlights the challenges faced by theaters in smaller Serbian towns, including limited resources and media attention, despite the dedication of their artists and technical staff.
- Bradić reflects on his formative years at the Kruševac Theatre, where he gained comprehensive experience in directing and stagecraft, and discusses his views on the politicization of cultural institutions in Serbia.