The Five Ws – Judit Horvath
Daniel Burow interviews Judit Horvath on her career, life challenges and her favourite circus show.
Why did you become a circus artist?
Since I was a little child I have always felt that there was something in me that I wanted to show to the world and give people something lasting. When I was 10 years old, my parents took me to the circus and that’s when I knew for sure that this was my path. It was a childhood dream that, thank god, became my reality.
Which was the biggest challenge in your life as an artist?
I think every artist faces a lot of challenges along the way, but if I had to highlight one, it would be to always be ready and give your best off stage as well, adapting to the circumstances, whatever they may be. Self-discipline and diligence.
What is your favourite circus show and why?
I can highlight two very special shows for me, one of which is Slava’s Snowshow, an incredibly high level of art that has inspired me not only in my art, but also in my life. I will never forget it.
The other was the Cirque Bouffon company’s performance called Bohemia, directed by the French director and artistic director Frédéric Zipperlin. I was completely captivated by the intimate space, live musicians, wonderful special artists, the atmosphere and the professionalism. It was magical. It’s my big dream to work with this company someday.
Where do you see yourself in the future?
I would like to be a part of bigger classical Circus festivals like Latina, Budapest or Girona. My big dream is also to try myself in contemporary and new circus companies. In the meantime, to work in the world with my trapeze act, to develop and experience as an artist and as a person.
Whom should we interview next in this series?
Jenny Nemeth
This article was originally published at Scenic Circus.
Main Image: Judit Horvath performing on the dance trapeze at Apollo Varieté (c) Michael Arnscheidt
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