Thematic workshops are the most appropriate tool to achieve these objectives. These are interactive, closed-group learning and development platforms that run throughout the festival and enable participants to acquire new skills in a given artistic field through direct experience and practical activities. Over the years we have tried to invite outstanding artists from all artistic fields. Almost every year we manage to organize a music workshop and a dance workshop, but we also often organize theatre and creative writing courses. Such programs offer significant benefits in terms of both individual and group development. Interactivity and active participation allow participants to engage more deeply with the subject matter, as they have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge immediately to practical examples. Our workshops have the undisclosed advantage of promoting intergenerational learning. They allow older, more experienced professionals to share their knowledge and practical experience with the younger generation. This knowledge sharing includes not only theoretical knowledge, but also practical skills and professional know-how that can often only be acquired through years of experience. Learning from the older generation is particularly important for developing a professional identity and practical problem-solving skills. Workshop participants will gain a deeper understanding through practical examples, which will help them to develop not only professionally but also personally, as the values and ethics of their older mentors can be an inspiration. Thanks to the interactive nature of the workshops, intergenerational interaction takes place organically. Young people are not just passively listening to the older participants, but can actively engage with their questions and ideas. This results in mutual learning: while younger people benefit from the experience of older people, older generations gain insights into young people's modern attitudes, technological knowledge and innovative ideas. This process can also be used to transfer so-called "hidden knowledge", often not documented but based on everyday work experience. This kind of knowledge transfer is particularly valuable in professions or fields where practical skills are of paramount importance. Overall, workshops provide an excellent platform for promoting intergenerational dialogue and learning. This kind of cooperation leads to sustainable development and strong community ties in the long term. 166