Trying Things Out @ Theatre de la Vie

With Trying Things Out, some of the artists active in Globe Aroma’s artistic workplace open a window into their music, theater, or performative projects still in the making. The evening at Theatre de la Vie is conceived as a tapestry of try-outs, excerpts, or shorter versions of works in development brought together, one after the other.

Given the in-progress — fragile — nature of these projects, Trying Things Out is for the attentive and caring eyes of those who want to witness artistic research, without expecting finished and polished works. On stage, you can expect sound and songs, memories passed down through generations, stories of motherhood, glimpses of catwalk performances and more. We’ll wrap up the evening with a DJ set to delight your ears!

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Program

7 PM
Husein Ali Abu Shammmala
Rémi Sarmini – God, May Your Will Be Done
Nastasiia (Nastasya Kharytonova) – My Bird of Hope

8:45 PM
Queenvanillaice – Berceuse Géorgienne
Samar Kokach – Samar
WE218ƎW – A preview of Floweret – When Bloom Begins

10 PM
DJ AMI

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10 April 2025  | 7 – 11 PM
@ Theatre de la Vie
Rue Traversière 45, 1210 Saint-Josse-ten-Noode 

With and by: Remi Sarmini, Nastasiia (Nastasya Kharytonova), Samar Kokach, DJ Ami, Queenvanillaice, WE218ƎW, Husein Ali Abu Shammmala Concept, production: Globe Aroma
Co-production: Theatre de la Vie With the support of VGC, VGC, de Vlaamse Gemeenschap, de stad Brussel

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Husein Ali Abu Shammmala
A musical journey through Arab heritage, blending classical Eastern pieces with contemporary sounds on the oud. From Andalusian muwashahat to modern reinterpretations, he bridges tradition and innovation—joined on stage by drummer Ismail Abu Ghalyoun.

Rémi Sarmini – God, May Your Will Be Done
A powerful piece on loss and resilience, inspired by Pietà. Sarmini, founder of Tajroubeh Troupe & Artveda Bruxelles, explores the grief of mothers who lost children to war or exile. With Samar Kokach & Ilias Largo.

Nastasiia (Nastasya Kharytonova) – My Bird of Hope
A tribute to her grandmother, mixing storytelling, cooking, and sculpting to bring memories to life on stage. Nastasiia creates a heartfelt connection between past and present, honoring the lessons that shape us.

Queenvanillaice – Berceuse Géorgienne
 A mother, a lullaby, a lost child. Queenvanillaice blends traditional Georgian songs, national dances, and contemporary drag, weaving lip-sync, storytelling, and movement into a powerful reflection on war and its impact on families.

Samar Kokach – Samar
 Journey through childhood, motherhood, and the impact of revolution. A true story with dramatic treatment by Omar Al Jbaai. With Rémi Sarmini

WE218ƎW – A preview of Floweret – When Bloom Begins
A costume comes to life through delicate choreography. A performative installation blending spring symbolism with an upcycled costume-sculpture in motion.

DJ AMI
Born in Georgia, based in Brussels, AMI is a non-binary DJ and co-founder of Liaison Music. For them, the dance floor is more than a party—it’s a space for protest, healing, and community, where deep sounds bring people together.