Igor Shugaleev is a Belarusian artist and performer who graduated from the Belarusian State Academy of Arts. During his studies, he developed a passion for performative practices, physical theater, and contemporary dance. He furthered his training by participating in workshops led by renowned teachers in Europe, exploring the fields of performance, partnering, contemporary dance and happening.
From 2019, Shugaleev began creating solo projects that draw on his multidisciplinary background, collaborating with artists from various creative fields to develop his own unique language of artistic expression at the intersection of dance, drama theatre, and performance. Currently based in Poland since 2021, Shugaleev continues to create thought-provoking and innovative works that push the boundaries of traditional art forms.