In the face of today’s challenges – growing tensions, wars, and divisions – we believe that theatre has the power to build bridges.
SITFY Poland was born out of the need to create a space that connects rather than divides.
Theatre is a universal language — beyond linguistic, cultural, and political barriers.

Our aim is to foster an open, empathetic society free from prejudice — through art.
We treat multiculturalism not as a trend, but as a foundation for the future.
We work to counter exclusion, fear of difference, and cultural isolation — because diversity is the driving force of progress and a source of creative inspiration.

Through the collaboration of artists from different parts of the world, we support the cultural education of younger generations, promote Poland as an open centre of artistic dialogue, and position Kraków as a place of real cooperation between East and West.

1. Promote Kraków as an open, globally connected city — a place where cultures meet and dialogue rises above division and position Kraków as Poland’s intercultural center, a space of cooperation, mutual respect, and creative exchange between East and West.

2. Build lasting partnerships with international theatre movements.

3. Create a better future through artistic exchange between East and West.

4. Present contemporary theatre as a mirror of national experiences and social change.

5. Establish the festival as an annual international event supporting cultural growth and artistic investment.

6. Shape attitudes of openness and mutual respect through contact with the diversity of cultures and artistic experiences.