ABOUT
Tihana's Highlights
Tihana Strmečki is a globally educated director and choreographer whose artistic journey has taken her across Europe and to New York City. Her work has spanned from large-scale musicals, straight plays, musicals for teenage audiences to plays for children. With a passion for storytelling through dynamic stage elements of drama and movement, she always has the audience at the heart of her practice, making her art accessible and exciting. Tihana's work has illuminated theatres, television programs, music videos, commercials, fashion shows and events. She is the founder and the artistic director of the esteemed dance studio "JazzElle" in Zagreb, where she shares her expertise and vast knowledge with the next generation of performers and creatives.
Artistic services
Tihana Strmečki offers a wide range of professional services that cater to both emerging and experienced performers.
Directing
Tihana brings her extensive experience to the helm of productions, guiding creative teams to deliver powerful, cohesive performances.
Choreography
Crafting innovative and expressive movement, Tihana’s choreography transforms stories into captivating physical art.
Creation/Development
From concept to execution, Tihana collaborates with artists to develop unique, fully-realized performance pieces.
Workshops
Offering immersive workshops, Tihana provides to dancers of all levels the opportunity to refine their craft and explore new techniques.
Masterclasses
Tihana’s masterclasses are an in-depth exploration of advanced dance techniques, designed to inspire and challenge experienced dancers.
Seminars
Focusing on the theory and artistry behind the art of performance, Tihana’s seminars dive into the intellectual side of dance and choreography.
Private Lessons
Tailored to individual needs, Tihana’s private lessons provide focused, one-on-one training to help dancers reach their full potential.
Audition Coaching
With her wealth of industry experience, Tihana offers targeted coaching to help performers excel in auditions and showcase their strengths.
PROJECTS
Tihana's art world
From directing and choreographing the timeless musical "Kiss Me, Kate" to co-directing circus theatre performances like “Olympia”, Tihana Strmečki's creativity knows no bounds. Her portfolio is a testament to her versatility, with projects ranging from classical musicals to innovative theatre productions in Croatia and abroad. Dive into her captivating world of theatre art.
”Theatre is a temple which mirrors our souls and our society through the stories we tell and the way we tell them, using words, movement or the sacred performer-audience connection. To achieve such a feat is a great responsibility which humbles me daily and shall remain one of the most precious gifts I was bestowed upon.
Tihana StrmečkiDirector/Choreographer
Photos by: Fanni Tutek-Hajnal