I am Kami Wilhelmina Manns, a dynamic and versatile creative professional—performer, author, director, curator, cultural manager, and entrepreneur. I seamlessly balance these roles with the deeply cherished responsibility of being a mother to four children. My journey is one of continuous exploration and transformation, shaped by my early experiences as a high-performance athlete and professional dancer.
From grand stages to intimate off-productions, my work spans diverse artistic realms, including dance, opera, theater, and performance art. Committed to excellence and innovation, I bring dedication to every project—whether as an artist, producer, or curator. I am drawn to endeavors and institutions that embrace unique perspectives and uphold the highest artistic standards.
Driven by a vision for a more open, conscious, and value-oriented society, my artistic and professional pursuits reflect a deep commitment to fostering meaningful connections and inspiring cultural growth.
Studies
2024 – 2028
LAW, Université de Fribourg
2024 – 2025
MASTER IN COMPLIANCE AND INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT, Europa-Universität Viadrina
2024 – 2025
CURATING PERFOMATIVE ARTS, Paris Lodron Universität Salzburg
2014 – 2016
EXECUTIVE MASTER IN ARTS ADMINISTRATION, Universität Zürich
2004 – 2007
MISE EN SCÈNE, Ecole Nationale Supérierue des Arts et techniques du Théâtre Lyon – Anatoli Vassiliev
2002 – 2004
CHOREOGRAPHIE, Hochschule für Schauspielkunst « Ernst Busch » Berlin
Awards
2020
Nomination of TERROR Premio UBU
2019
Invitation of TERROR Swiss Theatre Encounter – Shortlist and Swiss Panorama
1998
VIVA COMET Best newcomer
Directing
2025
DIE HOCHZEIT_BRECHT_paradiseishere_Bergkirche Kadelburg
HAMLET-DINNER_Shakespeare_paradiseishere_Teatro Sociale di Bellinzona
2019
LADY SARASHINA_Eötvös_Ensemble VERTIGO_paradiseishere_Dampfzentrale Bern_Teatro Sociale di Bellinzona
2018
TERROR_von Schirach_paradiseishere_Tribunale Federale Penale_Fondazione Teatro Piemonte Europea_Teatro Sociale di Bellinzona_LAC Lugano_Teatro Stabile del Veneto, Triennale di Milano_Italy/Switzerland
