Festival Academy Brightfield

Festival Academy Brightfield

Retreat

Magical silence for bold creations

A small Hungarian village at the crossroads of Croatia, Slovenia, and Austria welcomes artists seeking nature, focus, and a community of mentors.

Magical silence for music, acting, and drama-making in symbiosis with nature. The grounds open onto meadows, forests, and restored barns outfitted for rehearsals and recitals.

Residencies

Open invitation to artists & professors

Rent out the houses, studios, and outdoor stages to design your own masterclasses, retreats, or chamber sessions.

This sanctuary hosts programs in music, yoga, dance, photography, painting, applied arts, drama, acting, film, and literature. Each stay is tailored to the tutors’ flow, with concierge support for logistics, meals, and curated cultural escape.

The venues are tuned for sonic clarity, while the accommodations keep ensembles together without distractions from the city.

Founders

Artistic directors

Festival Academy Brightfield is led by violinists Katalin Kokas and Barnabás Kelemen, shaping bespoke mentorship with their international network.

Dear young talents, it is a pleasure to extend my warmest greetings. Let us dive into this journey together and uncover the beauty of music through shared passion.

Katalin Kokas