Cirko studija „Dzūkija“

Founded in 1982 , Cirko studija « Dzūkija » is a circus studio located at the Alytus Cultural Centre in Lithuania. It is one of the structures that perpetuate the teaching of circus arts in the country.

The studio welcomes young practitioners and offers training that combines acrobatic disciplines , circus techniques , and artistic expression . Its activities include training, preparing acts, performing, and participating in festivals.

A Circassian tradition in Alytus

The studio's history is part of a local tradition of circus teaching dating back to the 1970s .

Founded in 1982, Dzūkija has continued this activity over the decades and is now one of the artistic collectives of the Alytus Cultural Centre .

Its members have participated in competitions, festivals in Lithuania and abroad , as well as television projects.

Teaching across multiple disciplines

Dzūkija's training includes choreography , aerial acrobatics , gymnastics , juggling , and balance .

This diversity allows participants to develop complementary skills and discover different forms of circus practice.

Physical preparation and technical work occupy an important place in learning, alongside coordination and body expression .

The students are also working on creating acts to be presented on stage.

A team from the world of the circus

The educational supervision is provided by Jurgita Bujanauskaitė and Albertas Chazbijavičius , two artists with extensive circus experience.

Jurgita Bujanauskaitė herself was a member of the studio from its beginnings, before pursuing an artistic career on stage and on European tours.

In 2007 , she took over the management of the collective with Albertas Chazbijavičius.

Their experience allows them to combine the transmission of circus techniques with knowledge of live performance .

Physical and personal skills

Circus practice within Dzūkija requires endurance , perseverance and self-confidence .

Students gradually develop their coordination , body control , and ability to perform technical exercises.

Teamwork also plays an important role, particularly in training, rehearsals and preparing for shows.

Shows, festivals and meetings

Members of Dzūkija participate in cultural events, festivals and artistic demonstrations.

These experiences allow artists to present the acts they have prepared in the studio and to meet other artists.

In 2026 , the Alytus Cultural Centre also developed the international project " Cirko vėjai ", combining shows, educational activities and meetings around the circus.

Summer circus camps

During the summer, studio members can further develop their skills at interactive circus camps .

These practice periods complement regular training and offer additional opportunities to progress, create and share a collective experience.

An actor in the transmission of circus arts in Lithuania

Thanks to its long history, experienced teachers and the diversity of disciplines offered, Dzūkija contributes to the transmission of circus arts in Alytus.

The studio combines artistic training , physical training and stage experience , while participating in local cultural life and international circus events.