International Folklore Festival "MACEDONIAN SUN'' (10–14 august 2012)
| Date | 10 - 14 August 2012 |
|---|---|
| Location | Ohrid, Macedonia |
| Director | Milenko Andreski |
| Application Deadline | 15 March 2012 |
Cultural Association of Art “OHRIDCHANKA" from Ohrid is the organizer of the International Folklore Festival "MACEDONIAN SUN'', which will be held in the city of Odrid in cooperation with Travel Agency “ЏALE Tours"- Ohrid.
PURPOSE OF THE FESTIVAL:
The main purpose of the festival is to bring together the participants, acquaintance with different cultures through dance, music and traditional national costumes of the nations that will come.
The main idea of the organizers is to gather together folk and national art groups from around the world for close communication and presentation of their own national culture, acquaintance of other cultures and international cooperation in the future. The idea of the festival is to develop new forms of communication in the international dialogue. Furthermore, the participants of the festival will be acquaintance with the beauty of our city of Ohrid, which is under the protection of UNESCO, along with the Ohrid Lake. Director of the festival: Milenko Andreski
Conditions of the festival:
- Folklore groups from all over the world.
- The number of the participants is not limited.
- No age limits.
- At every 20 participant 1 is gratis.
- Free parking for the festival time.
- Provided practical gifts and Diploma for participation in the festival.
- Organization of the performances of the participants, the defile, as well as the excursions in Ohrid.
Participation fee:
Accommodation:
Accommodation in rooms with 2, 3 and 4 beds, each with bathroom and toilet.
“HUNTER” Hotel (downtown) www.hotel-lovec.com
“BETON” Hotel – at 5 km from the downtown.
“AMBASSADOR” Hotel – at 5 кm from the downtown. www.hotelambasador.net
"MIZO" Hotel - www.hotelmizo.com.mk
"KOCAREV" Hotel - www.hotelkocarev.com.mk
"Prestol" Hotel - 7 km (downtown) www.hotelprestol.com
OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTICIPANTS:
1. Each group must consist of at most 35 to 40 members, including dancers, musicians, group managers and administration.
2. To prepare a program with duration from 15 to 20 minutes.
3. To bring with them a flag of the country they represent.
4. Each group should bring at least 8 to 10 small gift for exchange between the participating groups.
INSURANCE:
Personal responsibility and health insurance are within the other obligations of the groups. First Aid and Medical Hospital will be available, medical services must be covered by the group.
ADVERTIZING OF THE FESTIVAL:
All festival events will be presented in the press, on radio channels, as well as on local television programs, flyers and posters.
Program:
1 day (August 10 / Reception of the participants.
2 day (August 11/ Sightseeing of Ohrid, visiting the culture- historical monuments.
3 day (August 12/ Visiting ”St. Naum” by boat, 20.00 h – official opening of the festival.
4 day (August 13/ Day for individual activities, official performances of the participants.
5 day (August 14/ Departure of the participants.
The submitting of the participating ensembles not later than March 15, 2012
Official invitations are sent after the official confirmation of participation.
Teams, that wish to stay more days, can do so against relevant surcharge.
Director of the festival – Milenko Andreski
In cooperation with the Municipality of Ohrid.
The organizer reserves the right of changes in the festival program.
