Dear Friends of the Artistika,
Many thanks to everyone for the great edition of “Artistika” and “Aritstika of the Sea” 2019.
We especially would like to thank all our sponsors, artists, Artistika team and the city of Visp. Also, a big thank you to our guests from all over the world. It really is an honour for us that you were there. We are looking forward to the 27th of March 2022, because then it will be "Artistika" again!
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the organizers of the Artistika sadly had to cancel the 8th edition on March 21, 2020. The tickets will remain valid for next year's event on 27 March 2021. We are grateful for the positive reaction to the cancellation and are thankful for the loyalty of all; sponsors, spectators as well as cultural leaders! Thankfully we are able to plan the 9th edition of the Artistika with the cast 2021 being the same as for 2020! All contests, jury members and Lifetime Achievement Award winner (Oleg Izossimov) as well as the patron (Annelore Sarbach) have confirmed for 2021!
Please feel to already submit your applications for the 10th edition in March 2022 and for the next edition of the “Artistika of the Sea”. We will be sailing on the magnificent ship "MS Europa 2" from Hapag Lloyd.
With best regards from Valais.
Karim Habli and Olivier Imboden
Artistika Festival Saturday, 27th of March 2021
A highlight in the Visp theater "La Poste" event calendar: "The Ninth International Artistry festival in Switzerland" After eight sold-out editions, sensational reviews from experts as well as the audience, the budding festival is proud to present it's ninth production.
The Artistika presents the sophisticated art form in which the human body seems to defy the physical laws thus captivating the audience from young and old. Far from the circus roof show artists their skills, direct, close and without the safety of a double bottom. Six selected stars of the circus scene will compete at the ninth ARTISTIKA for the highly prized trophy. An international jury of artists, which shall also prove their work by presenting their skills on this very special night, will have the not so easy task of choosing the winner. In addition to the juries’ choice of winner, the audience will also be allowed to elect its winner. True to the Artistika tradition, an Artistika for lifetime achievement will also be presented during the evening. The lifetime achievement award goes to Oleg Izossimov. The proud Patron of the ninth “Artistika” will be the famous swiss actress Annelore Sarbach.
Cast
Artistika of the Sea MS Europa 2
Lifestyle, luxury and a maximum of 500 guests: This is the premium cruise ship of an extraordinaire class. The EUROPA 2 combines the highest of standards with adventure and relaxation to all with the freedom to follow all personal desires - with style and class, informal and individual. The Europe 2 with its original concept, is ahead of her time compared to other cruise ships. This has only been confirmed by numerous awards she has received, such as "Best Ship in the World". For us this is not only international recognition but an incentive as well. With the “Artistika of the Sea”, the MS EUROPA 2 together with Artistika takes high sea entertainment the next level. Exclusively only on board the EUROPA 2: the sixfth international circus festival to be held on the high seas. Who will be awarded by a renowned jury as “Best Among the Best” and win the “Artistika of the Sea” in Gold?
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the organizers of the Artistika sadly had to cancel the 5th edition 2020.
Thankfully we are able to plan the 6th edition of the “Artistika of the Sea” with the cast of 2021/22 being the same as for 2020! All contests, jury members have confirmed for 2021/22!
Artists from around the world can apply from now until the 15th of December 2021 for the chance to compete in the “Artistika” & “Artistika of the Sea” 2022. The organizers of “Artistika” will screen the applications and then invite six artists to compete at one of the competitions either “Artistika” in Visp or “Artistika of the Sea”.
Winner Prizes The trophies of the “Artistika” and the “Artistika of the Sea”, are cast in bronze, designed by French sculptor Benjamin Georgeaud are hand crafted specifically for this event. Each trophy is therefore unique. All prizes will be paid on the evening of the event in cash. The Artistika of the Sea winners will receive their prize money in Euros. (€ 5.000.-- Gold / €3.000.-- Silver / € 1.500.-- Bronze / € 1.500.-- Audience Award)
The winners of “Artistika” Visp and “Artistika of the Sea” 2021 are obliged to assume a place in the “Artistika” Jury in 2022/23 as well as make a paid appearance (with their winning act) in 2022/23 at either “Artistika” in Visp or at the “Artistika of the Sea” for a fee of 2.500.-- Swiss Frances (travel expenses and room and board will be fully paid). The organizers will make the final decision about which jury the winner will attend.
“Artistika” in Gold Cash prize if 5.000.-- Swiss Frances In addition, the winner is committed to one paid performance: As a Jury Member and performance (with their wining act) in March 2022/23 at either the “Artistika” in Visp or “Artistika of the Sea” for a salary of 2.500.-- Swiss Frances (travel expenses and room and board will be fully paid). The organizers will make the final decision about which jury the winner will attend.
“Artistika” in silver A cash prize of 3.000.-- Swiss Francs
“Artistika” in Bronze A cash prize of 1.500.-- Swiss Francs
Audience Award A cash prize of 1.500 Swiss Francs
Enrollment
The “Artisika” a purely acrobatic event therefore performances such as juggling, comedy, magic, acts involving animals, etc are excluded from participation. All acrobats who are over 18 years of age may apply.
All props such as straps, harness, lifelines, etc. required for their performance must be supplied by the applicant. Sound and lighting technology, as well as suspension points and features are available on site.
Technical requirements of the theatre and cultural centre “La Poste” can be found here."
The organizers for both festivals will cover travel costs. Board (50 Swiss Francs per day and acrobat (!!! Just in Switzerland!!!)) will be provided on site in cash. Overnight stay in 3-star Hotel Visperhof in Visp for is free of charge. Arrival the “Atrisika” in Visp may begin no sooner than the 21st of March 2021 and goes until the 28th of March or longer. Dates for "Artistika of the Sea" (TBA). These are fixed dates so an earlier arrival and or departure is not possible!
Furthermore, the artists commit to performing their performance, the day after the “Artistika” in Visp, at the “Artistika Kids Show”, in the afternoon without receiving additional salary.
Candidates are not able to decide for which competition they are applying for: the “Artistika” in Visp (incl. The Kids Show) or for “Artistika of the Sea”. The decision is solely up to the organizers.
There will be no liability covered by the organizer for the performances. After the selection of candidates is made a detailed agreement will be sent to the applicant, which must be returned no later than the 1st January 2022. The selection of participants is solely up to the organizers.
All other headings on the German site are self-explanatory (TV, video image, etc.)
Our TV-broadcaster is canal9. The TV station will record the show and show the entire show, as well as in parts of it, in the transmission area. The organizer will show the artists performance on our website as well on Facebook. Likewise, the organizer is entitled to use pictures and videos, with consultation of artist, for advertising and other documentations.
Thank you for your interest. Karim Habli and Olivier Imboden.
Please send us your application documents by 15th of December 2021 by post to:
Karim Habli
Rittinen 24
CH 3924 St. Niklaus
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For further information: Tel 0041 7872 17167
Your application must contain the following:
A telling video of the performance on DVD or YouTube link etc.
Printable photographic material (JPG, 300 dpi)
Technical Rider