Plesni Studio XXV
African, modern and contemporary dance classes plus event production
Studio XXV is a cultural institute (Zavod za kulturne dejavnosti) founded to produce independent dance projects and organize events.
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About this studio
Studio XXV is a cultural institute (Zavod za kulturne dejavnosti) founded to produce independent dance projects and organize events. It operates regular dance and music classes at Kardeljeva ploščad 28a in Ljubljana. The organization has held official cultural status in the public interest since 2018, and is managed by Andreja Potočnik (event organizer and producer) with artistic direction and dance-music programming by choreographer and dancer Maša Kagao Knez.
Classes cover African dance styles, contemporary dance, and urban African dance. The studio's instructors include Maša Kagao Knez, Kaja Lin, Urša Rupnik, Krista, Lea Menard, Issiaka Sanou, and Mamourou Sanou. These are recognized dance and music teachers.
Beyond regular classes, Studio XXV creates original dance and music productions. The studio's output includes the beatbox and dance duet Lakeless (created by Murat and Maša Kagao Knez), and several full productions by Maša Kagao Knez: Momentum — Avenija ujetih trenutkov, YAAMAAM, Free Standing (which premiered on 9 January 2020 at CK Španski borci in Ljubljana), and Afrofonija. The studio has also produced collaborative works like the dance piece Free Standing, created by Maša Kagao Knez, Kaja Lin, Kany and Jose.
Studio XXV organizes a wide range of events including formal meetings, promotional presentations, business events, gala dances, wedding celebrations, and amateur festivals. Recent productions include the EMBO 2019 international scientific conference (commissioned by the Francis Crick Institute, UK), the Festival Fuzija, and the first national music festival Kraljica Veselica. The studio also runs summer dance workshops and community projects focused on cultural engagement and employment support.
What to expect
Your first visit
Regular dance and music classes in African, contemporary and urban dance styles. The studio hosts its own productions and events, and accepts custom event bookings.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Classes are taught by recognized dance and music instructors: Maša Kagao Knez (choreographer and artistic director), Kaja Lin, Urša Rupnik, Krista, Lea Menard, Issiaka Sanou, and Mamourou Sanou.
Studio history
Studio XXV began as an independent dance project space. The studio was previously located at Parmova ulica 25 in Ljubljana for 10 years before moving to Kardeljeva ploščad 28a in the 2020/21 season. The organization has held official status for cultural activity in the public interest since 2018.
Styles offered
2 dance styles taught here
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Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Plesni Studio XXV teach?
Plesni Studio XXV teaches Afro fusion, Afro Latin.
Where is Plesni Studio XXV located?
Plesni Studio XXV is located in Ljubljana. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Plesni Studio XXV offer private lessons?
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