Partnerships and Funding

"For a long time, I have been a fan of young audiences because they are authentic, direct, and lively. And because they believe that the world can be shaped!" Tanja Stauffer, born in 1974 in Basel, currently lives and works in Zurich as a cultural mediator, theater, and experiential educator. After her training as a primary school teacher, she studied theater education at ZHdK, worked as a freelance theater educator, and for many years at the Schule+Kultur department. At Schule Waidhalde, she works as an experiential educator with children of all age groups. At the Blickfelder Festival, she serves alongside the program group, overseeing the international dance and theater program.

"I am a team player, and I love working with different people and developing projects. I find it exciting to showcase participatory projects with school classes and professional theater and dance productions on an equal footing." Andrea Kohler has been working in various cultural institutions and projects for many years. She gained her professional foundation through an initial pedagogical training and studied cultural management at ZHAW. She was part of the teams at Circolino Pipistrello and Fahrwerk Ö!. At the Blickfelder Festival, Andrea is responsible for finances and various productions, among other duties."

"I am especially looking forward to the festival atmosphere and the exchange with the audience and the artists. These are inspiring, lively, and exciting days." Theresa Künz is a theater maker. She studied German studies at the University of Vienna and theater education at ZHdK. Based in Zurich, she works in various constellations and collectives as a theater educator, performer, and project manager. The focus of her artistic work lies in collaboration and co-creation between professional artists and children. At Blickfelder, she is responsible for communication and collaborates with the program group to shape the international dance and theatre program.

“I am enthusiastic about the diverse process, working together toward a specific goal, and the opportunity to experience the final product in the lively festival atmosphere. I appreciate the Blickfelder Festival as an open, participatory, and inclusive place for everyone.” Enya Weibel studied philosophy, cultural studies, and cultural management. She gained experience in the independent scene, in public cultural administration, and in various cultural institutions. In addition to her work at the Blickfelder Festival, she currently works at the Albert Koechlin Foundation. At the Blickfelder Festival, Enya is responsible for the operations office and provides support in the areas of production, finance, social media, and inclusion.

“I love it when people from all kinds of backgrounds meet, share experiences, and shine with joy, their eyes sparkling and their ears seemingly huge. This overwhelms me time and again, especially when it comes to young people.” Toby Müller has been working as a freelance sound and lighting technician since 2000, as a technical and production manager for various groups, institutions, and festivals. He was co-director of the Pod'Ring cultural week and the “Cyclope” in Biel/Bienne, accompanies Ursus&Nadeschkin on their tours, among others, and is responsible for a venue at the Theater Spektakel. As technical director at the Blickfelder Festival, he helps to implement ideas in terms of technology and infrastructure.

"I wish for more space for young people, for shared utopias, and joyful failure – for example, at the Blickfelder Festival." Laura Leupi, born in 1996 in Zurich, works for the theater, including Grätsche Junges Theater Festival and Theater Basel, among others. Laura's debut “Das Alphabet der sexualisierten Gewalt” (The Alphabet of Sexualized Violence) won the 3sat Prize at the Ingeborg Bachmann Competition in 2023 and was awarded a Swiss Literature Prize in 2025. Laura is an alumna of the Next Generation Network of ASSITEJ International.

"The Blickfelder Festival is close to my heart because it interprets the concept of theater not narrowly, but expansively and participatively." Andi Peter was born in Zurich in 1975. After completing an apprenticeship as a civil engineering draftsman and obtaining his high school diploma, he completed his jazz singer training at ZHdK in 2005. He began working in the theater during his education. As a singer and multi-instrumentalist, he takes on various roles depending on the production: as a musician on stage, performer, composer, arranger, sound designer, or vocal coach. Since 2020, he has been working as a lecturer in Theater Education at ZHdK, teaching the module "Music on Stage."

"For me, Blickfelder means creating spaces for everyone." Danielle Isler is a social scientist, artist, curator, and musician. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Bayreuth on the topic of "Black Subjectivities and Whitened Spaces in Cape Town" and is actively involved in anti-racist education. Danielle Isler participates in various national and international research and art projects and also takes the stage as an actress and performer with her own texts.

"As a member of the board, I am committed to the Blickfelder Festival to create cultural spaces where young people, with their diverse and different perspectives, can participate and shape." Manuela Runge is a theater and dance artist and was head of Artistic Mediation at the Schauspielhaus Zurich from 2020 to 2025. Since completing her studies in theater education (2007) and dance education (2015), she has been working in the independent scene and with various cultural institutions in the canton of Zurich. With her association TANZflug, she initiates inclusive dance projects and offers inclusive dance training based on DanceAbility at Tanzhaus Zurich.

"I am involved in the Blickfelder Festival because it brings theater right into the city of Zurich." Studied literature and linguistics with a focus on theater theory at the University of Zurich. Worked as a dramaturg at city theaters and in the independent scene. Deepened research interests at the Institute for the Performing Arts & Film. Teaching in the theater department and various leadership roles at ZHdK. Member of the Theater Commission of the City of Zurich. Artistic concerns and projects are guided by an interest in site-specific works, play developments, and formats that expand or rethink the classical concept of theater as a space for political action."

“Theater always takes place on the stage, which represents the world. At Blickfelder, this world is radically young, uninhibitedly energetic, and full of hope. The festival thus creates an important space and a meaningful moment in our city.” David Garcia Nuñez is a psychiatrist, psychoanalytic psychotherapist, and sex therapist. He grew up in Madrid, Ennenda (GL), and Mollis (GL) and has lived in Zurich since his student days. As a child and teenager, David loved acting and was challenged by many of the characters he played. David leads the Innovation Focus on Gender Variance at the University Hospital in Basel and has been a member of the municipal council for the Alternative List since 2017.

“I hope that Blickfelder Festival will continue to create bold, poetic, and empowering spaces for young people for many years to come.” Lea Moro works as a choreographer, dramaturge, and cultural mediator. Her focus is on interdisciplinary and inclusive approaches that combine artistic and social processes, as well as on sustainable practices and cultural accessibility. She has received international recognition for her choreographic work. She works as a dramaturge at Tanzhaus Zurich (until summer 2026), was program dramaturge at Kaserne Basel, and was program manager for culture at the SDC. She is a member of the board of trustees of the Cultural Foundation of the Canton of Thurgau and a member of the management team at Tanzbüro Basel, and will be the artistic director of the Festival wildwuchs in Basel from 2026.