Biografi
www.asminnimetsingez.com.tr
ASMİN N. SİNGEZ
Asmin Nimet Singez is a narrative artist and playwright whose work moves between story, consciousness and contemporary performance.
Her creative practice blends symbolism, feminine psychology and emotional architecture, revealing the inner language that shapes human experience.
Through ANSdreamers she explores dream symbolism, collective narratives and the mythic structures inside daily life.
She approaches narrative as a sensory and symbolic field where story becomes a mirror and a place of awakening.
Selected Playwriting Highlights
• AYNA (The Mirror) – 2004
Selected by British Council Playwriting Program. Early psychological drama, structured as a solo-performed monologue, exploring identity, self-reflection and inner conflict.
VICIOUS CIRCLE (Kısır Döngü) 2005
Staged in 2007 at the British Council Playwrights’ Festival, Akbank Art and Garaj İstanbul.
A cyclical dramatic structure focusing on emotional repetition and human behavioral patterns.
The play portrays a woman trapped in a 15-year marriage marked by continuous cycles of psychological and physical violence.
The one-and-a-half-hour monodrama unfolds the inner architecture of abuse, revealing how a violent system sustains itself through silence, shame and emotional conditioning.
Rather than treating violence as a single “act” committed by a man against a woman, Vicious Circle challenges the audience with a deeper question:
Is violence merely a personal pathology, or is it a socially inherited mechanism sustained by cultural, familial and emotional structures?
• KUMA (Co-Wife) – 2006/ 2007
A socio-psychological drama examining traditional structures, feminine interiority and the emotional architecture of family systems.
• ÇEYREK ELMA Quarter Apple) Film Script
Short film screenplay centered on symbolic memory and personal myth.
• DAG GULU BEYBIN (The White Rose Beybîn) 2008 / Published 2009
Published bilingually (TR–EN) by Mitos Boyut.
Accepted into the General Repertory of Turkish State Theatres. An literary drama woven with dark humor, exploring loss, identity tension and cultural memory. The play reflects Türkiye’s peace-process climate by opening a dialogue between Kurdish and Turkish identities through an intimate relationship story.
• DREAM BUTTERFLIES / Düş Kelebekleri Series (2009–2014)
Fifteen-part dramatic literary universe.
Translated into English, Romanian, Kurdish, Zazaki, Russian.
A consciousness-based children’s imaginary world blending emotional literacy with symbolic storytelling.
• TRT RaADIO PLAYS (50+ Works)
Produced for TRT “Yarının Büyükleri”.
Includes dramatic scripts, narrative-based children’s plays, and musical pieces such as “Dream Butterflies: Space Song.”
• DIYARBAKIR PLAYS 2012/ 2013
A six-part dramatic composition exploring cultural identity, collective memory and the emotional landscapes of a transforming city.
The cycle includes:
Pré-Play / Stoning, Şemse / The Mayor,
Mass Grave, The Pit, The Stand, The Wall / Chess.
Each piece examines a different fragment of regional memory—ritual, authority, gender, trauma, resistance and the fragile geometry between personal destiny and collective history.
Together, they form a narrative mosaic of Diyarbakır’s cultural psyche and its layered social realities.
Six-part dramatic composition depicting cultural identity, social memory and urban emotional landscapes.
• SET (Short Play)
Minimalist, symbolic piece exploring psychological fragmentation and human perception.
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SCCC
English Language Studies, New York, ABD
Yildiz Teknik Universty
Master's Degree in Social Studies, Istanbul
Anadolu University
Preschool Teaching. Child Development Education, Eskisehir, Diyarbakir
Psychoanalysis and Dream Analysis Training Doc. Dr. Nusret Kaya Approach
Ten year training focused on dreams, consciousness and emotional architecture.
Combined methods of dream analysis and subconscious interpretation within the Psychoaesthetic Philosophy Kuyruk Bilimi approach, supported by long term applied analytical work.
Research and Cultural Arts Program Coordinator
Turkish American Center NY (2023/ 2025)
Worked as a program coordinator and researcher within the Cultural Arts Program. Designed cultural projects, supported community based arts initiatives and provided Turkish language instruction. Contributed to educational support programs, multicultural engagement and narrative based cultural activities.
Cultural Consultancy Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality
Provided cultural and artistic consultancy for the Metropolitan Municipality. Advised on theatre programming, cultural policy, artistic direction and narrative-based project development. (2011–2018)
Script Consultancy “Understanding Mustafa Kemal” Documentary Series
Served as script consultant for the documentary project Understanding Mustafa Kemal, contributing narrative structure and historical analysis. (2009–2011)
Bureaucratic & Cultural Advisory Roles
Delivered advisory support for various governmental and cultural units, including arts coaching, cultural project evaluation, strategic writing, and narrative consultancy. (2011–2016)
Diyarbakır Theatre Representation International Theatre Audiences Association
Represented Diyarbakır in regional committees. Contributed to jury work, festival evaluations and theatre development initiatives. (2009–2019)
Parliamentary Candidate Çorum, 2022 / 2023 (28th Parliament Candidate List)
Note: Participated as candidate in the 2022–2023 general election cycle for the 28th parliamentary term.
Pedagogical Leadership & Creative Education Projects
Developed a multidisciplinary educational leadership practice shaped by early childhood pedagogy, dramaturgy and emotional-literacy–based creative learning. Began teaching during university studies (2003) and continued through MEB-affiliated early childhood and preschool teaching roles, building a strong foundation in child development, cognitive-emotional growth and imagination-centered instruction.
Served as Preschool Director and Education Coordinator (2013–2016), leading curriculum design, teacher mentorship and creative learning initiatives. Produced trilingual educational bulletins (Turkish–English–Kurdish) and built learning systems focused on emotional intelligence, cognitive flexibility and imaginative thinking.
Worked in special education and rehabilitation for three years, applying developmental psychology frameworks and language-therapy techniques. Developed individualized intervention systems that supported measurable academic and behavioral progress for children with learning differences.
Integrated artistic practice and consciousness research into pedagogy, blending neuroscience, dream psychology and narrative methodology to design creative learning architectures for children and youth.
Youth Theatre & Narrative Empowerment (Progressive Development Path)
Designed and directed a full theatre project with MEB middle-school students: “Sınıfta Böcek Var” (2007/ 2008), which was later staged at the City Theatres, marking an early example of narrative-based youth empowerment through performance.
Established a narrative and theatre empowerment program for high-school girls through an official protocol with Sur High School, focusing on identity, emotional literacy and self-expression.
Expanded the project through partnership with the Metropolitan Municipality and the Department of Culture, serving as dramaturg and instructor at city theatres and integrating high school and university students into a unified creative platform.
Designed and led a playwriting workshop at Dicle University for secondary-level students, teaching structural storytelling, character psychology and dramaturgical thinking.
Directed creative community events shaped by narrative education, including the Dream Butterflies Story Festival, the Dreamers Kite Festival, and the social transformation project “Hayatının Mimarı Sensin”, a program addressing youth awareness and addiction prevention through art and storytelling.
Across all roles, maintained a cohesive educational philosophy integrating emotional literacy, narrative structure, imagination, creative identity and transformational learning, establishing a distinct profile as a cross-disciplinary pedagogical leader and narrative architect.
Dağ Gülü Beybin
"Dağ Gülü Beybin" adlı oyunu Devlet Tiyatroları'nın repertuarına alındı. Mitos-Boyut Yayınevi tarafından iki dilde yayınlandı.
Düş Kelebekleri
"Düş Kelebekleri" adlı çocuk oyunu Devlet Tiyatroları repertuarına alındı. Düş Kelebekleri Romanya'da literatüre girdi. Romanya'da iki dilde (Türkçe ve Romence) kitap olarak yayınlandı. 2012 yılında "Bana Şiirden Ellerini Uzat" isimli Van Depremzedeleri için oluşturulan kitap projesine destek verdi.
Çeviri Eserleri
Oyunları farklı dillere çevrildi/çevriliyor.
MAIN WORKS
Asmin Nimet Singez creates a dramaturgical universe shaped by consciousness, emotional memory and the inner architecture of human experience. Her works explore silence, identity, transformation and the unseen layers that shape emotional reality.
The Mirror (2004)
A monologue play built on the inner voice of a woman. The work follows the inner speech of a woman and the emotional territories where identity observes itself.
Selected for the British Council Playwriting Project in 2004.
The Vicious Cycle (2005)
A one and a half hour narrative that unfolds the emotional journey of a fifteen year marriage within a repeating psychological pattern.
Selected for the British Council Playwriting Project and staged at the British Council Playwriting Festival.
The Second Wife (Quarter Apple) (2007, film script)
A dramatic work that explores womanhood, emotional resilience and social structure. The script examines quiet resistance inside the feminine experience and the reconstruction of inner identity.
Beybin, the Wild Rose (2009)
A political and emotional play set between Diyarbakir and Mardin. The story brings together a love story and the atmosphere of the peace process.
Included in the General Repertory of the State Theaters of Turkiye. Published in Turkiye in both Turkish and English as one of the first bilingual contemporary plays. (From (The Mirror - AYNA)
Dream Butterflies. Literary and Dramatic Universe
A multi layered literary and dramatic universe that explores emotional literacy, imagination and the inner landscape of children and adolescents. The work extends across a fifteen part book series, stage work and educational materials.
Included in the General Repertory of the State Theaters of Turkiye. Entered the literary record in Romania and was published in Turkish and Romanian. One of the first Turkish children narrative works translated from English into Romanian.
Mesopotamian Stories Series (2011 to 2013)
The Ruler, The Stoning, The Hollow, The Barrier, The Stand, Dream Before the Fall.
A six part dramatic structure that works with themes of memory, earth, community and the tensions that shape human behaviour in the Mesopotamian region.
Barrier Two. Short play (2014)
A short stage work that focuses on inner limits, blocked movement and the first steps toward an inner restart.
CHILDREN’S WORKS
1. Dream Butterflies Series
Fifteen part literary universe written between 2009 and 2014
Explores emotional literacy, imagination and childhood myth through interconnected stories.
Main Trilogy
• Popeli Fly, The Awakening
• Dragons of the Dream Realm
• Heart Center
Extended Universe
Further twelve books in development as part of the full fifteen volume series.
Children’s Theater Works
Children’s Theater Works
• Dream Butterflies Children’s Play
• Dragon Zutiler The Dream Pursuit
• Heart Center
Stage Edition
Educational Materials / ANSDreamers Dream Box
ansdreamers – Dream Box Learning Set
Narrative based emotional learning system for children.
Includes storybooks, creativity notebooks, activity cards and 3D learning tools.
Children’s Songs
Original lyrics and compositions created for narrative based children’s programs.
Radio Works
TRT Radio Plays
Produced for TRT Children’s Radio
• Dream Butterflies
• Space Song
• Yarının Büyükleri, Song & About 50 Play scripts
Diyarbakır Notes / Cultural & Theatre Essays
WORK EXPERIENCE
Wrote cultural commentary and theatre criticism under the title Diyarbakır Notes. Produced reflective essays on art, identity and society. (2008–2012)
FOUNDING & PRESEDENT ROLES
ANSALL (ANSDER.) / Art, Innovation & Social Sciences Association (Founder)
Founded an interdisciplinary association focused on art, innovation, cultural research and social sciences. Led narrative design programs, educational projects and youth-oriented creative initiatives. (2016–Present)
DUMDER / National Federation / TURKBAM. Culture & Arts Committee (Chair)
Served as Chair of the Culture & Arts Committee within the national platform of anti-addiction organizations. Directed cultural programs, social-impact arts projects and awareness initiatives. (2018–2020
Credentials & Certifications
1. Narrative & Creative Education / Instructor Training (Yildiz Technical University)
Professional certification in narrative pedagogy and creative storytelling instruction.
• Story-based teaching techniques
• Creative drama methods
• Pedagogical content development
• Narrative approaches for children & adults
2. Pediatric First Aid / CPR / AED & Child Care Safety
(American Red Cross, 2024 / 2-Year Certification)
Comprehensive certification for children’s safety and emergency response.
• Pediatric first aid & CPR
• Emergency management for infants and children
• Caregiver & parent safety standards
• Child-centered risk prevention
3. British Council / Playwriting & Dramaturgy Development Program
(3-Year Professional Training)
Advanced professional development in writing for stage and educational theatre.
• Playwriting & dramaturgy
• Structural and character development
• Staging & performance design
• Writing for children & youth
4. Ministry of Education Certification Early Childhood Development
Accredited certification focused on preschool education and developmental psychology.
• 0–6 age developmental foundations
• Educational psychology
• Early learning methodologies
• Pedagogical material design
5. Creative Education & Pedagogical Storytelling Workshops
(Various Programs / Ongoing)**
Multidisciplinary training integrating creative pedagogy, narrative design, and child development.
Focus areas:
• Emotional literacy
• Imagination-centered learning
• Story-based behavioral guidance
• Creative identity formation
• Cross-cultural narrative communication
SKILLS & EXPERTISE Narrative Architecture
Designing emotional, symbolic and consciousness-based narrative structures for theatre, literature and video & performance art.
Narrative & Consciousness Based Arts Practice
Narrative Architecture
Playwriting
Symbolic Storytelling
Feminine Consciousness
Emotional Geometry
Myth and Dream Language
Contemporary Performance
Vision & Story Development
Character Psychology & Inner Worlds
Playwriting & Dramaturgy
Advanced expertise in contemporary dramaturgy, monologue structures, character psychology and thematic architecture.
Emotional Literacy & Pedagogical Design
Developing creative learning systems, children’s literature, story-based educational materials and emotion-centered pedagogy.
Psycho-Aesthetic Interpretation
Integrating consciousness studies, dream analysis and Kuyruk Bilimi–based inner narrative decoding into artistic creation.
Video Art Direction
Concept creation, visual storytelling, symbolic composition and short-form performance design.
Cultural Consultancy
Advising institutions on artistic programming, cultural policy, creative strategy and interdisciplinary project development.
Creative Writing & Editorial Craft
Advanced storytelling, essay writing, theatrical commentary and reflective cultural analysis.
Interdisciplinary Research
Bridging social sciences, art theory, mythology, consciousness studies and contemporary performance.
Learship & Visionary Educationde
Designing transformative learning frameworks, guiding creative teams and shaping long-term artistic vision.
Multi-Lingual Creative Production
Producing works across Turkish, English, and cross-cultural contexts with adaptive narrative language.