Artist and set designer, Tijana Bjelajac's work resonates across different contexts, from a large-scale theatrical productions to intimate gallery spaces.
Her visually striking set designs transform spaces, evoke emotional responses and not only serve as backdrops but also contribute significantly to the narrative and emotional depth of the productions she collaborates on. Her paintings and installations have been exhibited in New York City, Los Angeles, Prague and Belgrade, where they have garnered attention for their distinct visual language and conceptual depth. Through her artistic practice, Tijana continues to push boundaries, experimenting with materials and techniques to create captivating visual narratives.
Selected set design credits include: Fiddler on the Roof (The MUNY), Cabaret (The Old Globe and Asolo Rep.), Dracula A Comedy of Terrors ( New World Stages, off Broadway NYC and The Old Globe), Beauty and The Beast ( Misi Productions, Colombia), Othello ( Actors' Shakespeare Project), Living in the Exile ( La Mama, NYC)... Associate designer: The Magic Flute ( Opera Australia), The Egyptian Helen ( Teatro alla Scala), Little Shop of Horrors (West Side Theater)...
Tijana is the recipient of the prestigious Khan Award for extraordinary talents and several nominations and awards for outstanding set designs. She is a member of the United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE since 2013.
