I am Nezaket Özlem Dede, a performing artist and dance instructor based in Istanbul. I create and perform in multimedia dance theater, physical theatre, and ensemble works, blending movement, drama, and collaboration across projects. I love guiding creative processes and helping performers explore presence, timing and storytelling. Since 2023 I have written, directed and performed across Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir on productions like Hücre Kasabası Zartaud Production and SAYE Kolektif. I thrive in cross-disciplinary collaborations and enjoy pushing the boundaries of live performance and immersive media.

Nezaket Özlem Dede

I am Nezaket Özlem Dede, a performing artist and dance instructor based in Istanbul. I create and perform in multimedia dance theater, physical theatre, and ensemble works, blending movement, drama, and collaboration across projects. I love guiding creative processes and helping performers explore presence, timing and storytelling. Since 2023 I have written, directed and performed across Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir on productions like Hücre Kasabası Zartaud Production and SAYE Kolektif. I thrive in cross-disciplinary collaborations and enjoy pushing the boundaries of live performance and immersive media.

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I am Nezaket Özlem Dede, a performing artist and dance instructor based in Istanbul. I create and perform in multimedia dance theater, physical theatre, and ensemble works, blending movement, drama, and collaboration across projects. I love guiding creative processes and helping performers explore presence, timing and storytelling.

Since 2023 I have written, directed and performed across Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir on productions like Hücre Kasabası Zartaud Production and SAYE Kolektif. I thrive in cross-disciplinary collaborations and enjoy pushing the boundaries of live performance and immersive media.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Performer at German Consultation
October 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022
Performed as a performing artist in productions.
Concept Designer, Movement Designer, Performer at SAYE Kolektif
October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Multimedia dance theater performance director and concept design; movement design for ensemble productions.
Writer, Director, Performer at Hücre Kasabası Zartaud Production
June 1, 2023 - Present
Physical theatre productions; writer, director and performer for cross-city performances.
Lighting & Production Assistant
January 2, 2026 - Present
Lighting and production support for ongoing projects.
Research Assistant at SAYE Collective
December 14, 2026 - Present
Research support for SAYE Collective projects; ongoing.

Education

Bachelor of Performing Arts at Istanbul Bilgi University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other