culture
February 13, 2026
Art Preserves Identity: The Play "Jerma
The play "Jerma - Land Without Rain" was performed at the "Dobrica Milutinović" Theatre in Sremska Mitrovica, gathering representatives of institutions, cultural workers, and members of the Roma community. The event was attended by acting director of the Office for Roma Inclusion Željko Radu, provincial delegate Jelena Jovanović, and member of the National Roma Council Stevan Jovanović, at the invitation of theatre director Svetlana Stojanović.
TL;DR
- The play "Jerma - Land Without Rain" was performed at the "Dobrica Milutinović" Theatre.
- The event brought together institutional representatives, cultural workers, and members of the Roma community.
- Key figures present included Željko Radu, Jelena Jovanović, and Stevan Jovanović.
- The play explored themes of identity, tradition, and the position of Roma through artistic expression.
- Art was highlighted as a crucial tool for cultural preservation, dialogue, and mutual understanding.
- The performance was seen as a successful collaboration and a step towards greater visibility for Roma culture.
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