Anniko Delvoije

Anniko Delvoije (22) is graduating this year from the ArtEZ School of Acting in Arnhem.

Anniko is a performer and theatre maker who is particularly drawn to creating documentary theatre based on interviews and real-life stories. Her work combines comedy and drama, balancing humour with emotional depth.

In a world marked by conflict and escalation, she seeks to understand rather than judge, and to create space for reflection and relief.

She is fascinated by tension, harmony, and social dynamics, translating these themes into her artistic practice. Representation and visibility are central to her work, and she strives to ensure that every project reflects these values. For Anniko, trust is always more important than hierarchy.

Her performances often incorporate over-the-top theatrical elements, with a strong love for language, music, and humour. She is particularly inspired by the dramaturgy of care, believing that when people feel heard, seen, and valued throughout the creative process, this is reflected in the artistic outcome and enables a deeper connection with the audience.

During her time at drama school, Anniko collaborated extensively with Speels Collectief, a mixed-abled theatre collective that challenges conventions, embraces difference, and works from a sense of wonder. She created her graduation performance with the collective in collaboration with Tessa Jonge Poerink.

Next season, Anniko will perform in *De Bende van de Witte Roos* (*The White Rose Gang*), an activist theatre production for young audiences about climate action and the power of collective activism.

She looks forward to a future filled with meaningful collaborations, inspiring encounters, and new artistic adventures.