Bogna Grazyna Jaroslawski is an internationally acclaimed stage and costume designer who uniquely bridges the gap between art and social engagement. Her work stands out for its innovative approaches that use the performing arts as a powerful means to promote community and empowerment. Bogna has received notable recognitions, including the International Social Art Award in 2019, emphasizing her dedication to using art as a tool for social change.
Her TEDx talk in 2020 highlighted the role of art in transforming marginalized communities, underscoring the importance of participation and visibility. In 2024, she founded the NGO Masterpiece for Good and expanded her dedication as a board director to fostering cross-cultural collaboration, leading projects in countries such as India, Indonesia, and South Africa. Bogna embodies a modern fusion of art and activism, with a clear goal of initiating positive social change through her work.
With a solid background in Drama and Performance, Stage Design, and German Literature Studies, Bogna infuses her stage designs with distinct dramaturgical depth. Since moving to Berlin in 2003, she has showcased her talent across a range of operas, theaters and institutions, from independent stages to renowned houses like the Ballet de l’Opéra national du Rhin, Staatsoper Unter den Linden, Volksbühne Berlin, and Deutsche Oper Berlin.
