Voucher Shows
Art For Rainy Days
How A Spiral Works
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Tanz
photo: Eve Gastaldi
Art for Rainy Days explores the theme of (self-)care, in a gentle yet radical way. When is it easy, and when does it become an act of courage? How can one maintain self-care in the face of pain, dizzying heights or intense tension? The two performers, from Latvia and Lithuania, weave a bond using their bodies, a plait and the vertical rope. Through technical brilliance and a reinterpretation of Baltic folk music, they create images that are truly mesmerising.
from and with
Adam Dupree, Alise Madara Bokaldere, Ingrid Eskusson, Izabele Kuzelyte, Jacob Jakobson, Jason Dupree, Nikola Suhareva
duration
50 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 17.30Fri. 23.00Sat. 12.30Sun. 21.00
stage
O | Luftschloss
at.tension goes Mirow I My!Laika
La Soirée
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: My!Laika
at.tension goes Mirow: A third-rate restaurant, a virtuoso orchestra and eccentric characters come together to create a wild circus cabaret and absurd theatre! This year, My!Laika – long-standing collaborators of Kulturkosmos – invite you to a special ‘soirée’ on the castle lawn in Mirow. With Kafkaesque chaos, this culinary-inspired circus tells stories of extraordinary humanity. Behind a tuxedo jacket hides a prince… or a waiter. Booking a voucher spot for this show includes a bus ticket for the trip between the festival grounds and Mirow and back. The trip will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
from and with
Cassia Barbosa, Caterina Fort, Dominique Joannon, Edoardo Demontis, Giacomo Martini, Johnatan Frau, Manue Guilbert, Nico Agüero, Philine Dahlmann, Rodrigo Ceribelli, Rose Opdenhoff, Salvatore Frasca, Samanta Fois, Sandro Angius
duration
60 Min.
language
englisch, mehrsprachig
shows
Thu. 19.30Fri. 19.30Sat. 19.30
stage
Mirow I unteres Schloss
Based on Kimberly
Yes Person
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Andrejs Strokin
An experimental new-wave circus in which two performers have decided to say ‘yes’ without reservation: to all those ‘killed darlings’ that would have been better off buried. The duo gives all their wild, discarded favourite ideas a second chance and breathes new life into them. Somewhere between stand-up circus, bird disco and performance art, a garish collage of fantastically dreadful ideas emerges – shamelessly embarrassing and absurdly top-class!
from and with
Based on Kimberly
duration
60 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 23.00Fri. 14.30Fri. 18.00Sat. 17.30Sat. 20.30Sun. 12.00
stage
K | Circopula
Blizzard Concept
Opéra pour sèche cheveux
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Anthony Krizmanic
Who would have thought that hairdryers, table tennis balls and other household items could hold such potential for circus magic? Two performers from France bring out the magic in the everyday: physical feats of the highest calibre meet the surprising manipulation of insignificant objects – and suddenly you find an explosion incredibly relaxing, want to go back to your studies and start to doubt scientific laws that were still valid just a moment ago.
from and with
Antoine Terrieux, Bambou Monnet, Christian Coumin, Jérémie Chevalier, Jordan Enard, Julien Mandier, Lola Bréard, Margaux Duchène, Margot Falletty, Marylou Bateau, Sylvain Cousin
duration
60 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 20.30Fri. 11.00Fri. 16.30Sat. 23.00Sun. 11.00
stage
V | La Ballena
Cie. Fœhn
Rêve encore plus
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Hugo Orenga
SHOW SUNDAY CANCELED! Dreamy and full of lightness, the choreographed dialogue between two Moroccan acrobats unfolds. Their juggling, their dance and the delicate interplay of their Cyr wheels blur the line between fantasy and reality. Circles become gateways to imaginary worlds; play becomes a constant companion. A poetic and acrobatic journey that tells the story of the shared life of two childhood friends – and opens our eyes to our own.
from and with
Chaouki Amellal, Hamza El Alouani, Julie Keyser, Michel Abdallah, Samuel Neyhousser
duration
50 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 22.00Fri. 17.00Sat. 17.30Sat. 21.30
stage
O | Luftschloss
Hotel iocandi
Conhort
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Eva Freixa
‘Conhort’ is a haven of security. The Catalan duo offers a sensitive and profound insight into our interpersonal relationships. They gently invite the audience to become part of their tragicomic world. Through marbles and contemporary circus, the piece celebrates the beauty of being together. It is our flaws and imperfections that unite us. Welcome to true happiness, to the cosy den of the underdogs.
from and with
Tomeu Amer, Griselda Juncà - In Zusammenarbeit mit und Unterstützung von der Association of Circus Professionals of Catalonia (APCC) sowie des Instituts Ramon Llull
duration
50 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 19.30Fri. 22.30Sat. 12.00Sun. 23.00
stage
Q | Grand Palais
Kolja Huneck & Luuk Brantjes
SYMBIOSIS
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Lily Schlinker
Gloomy and full of unexpected twists, a surreal universe unfolds in Kolja Huneck and Luuk Brantjes’ dome tent. Whilst the trickling of the hourglass challenges our very sense of time, acrobatics, ‘magie nouvelle’ and object theatre blend seamlessly together. Combining teeterboard with bouldering skills, unusual records and slime, it remains unclear whether fascination or unease prevails. One thing is certain: this show is captivating.
from and with
Amrei Simon, Arjen Schoneveld, Benjamin Richter, Fidel Rott, F.S.Blumm, Jef Delva, Júlia Campistany, Kolja Huneck, Leoni Grützmacher, Lily Schlinker, Luuk Brantjes, Ramona Lehnert –Gefördert von: Kulturreferat München – Abteilung Kunst und Kultur, Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft Nordrhein- Westfalen im Rahmen des Förderprogramms Neue Künste Ruhr, Culture Moves Europe, umgesetzt durch das Goethe-Institut; Unterstützt durch das NATIONALE PERFORMANCE NETZ Gastspielförderung Theater, gefördert von der Beauftragten der Bundesregierung für Kultur und Medien, sowie den Kultur- und Kunstministerien der Länder.
duration
60 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 16.30Fri. 22.00Sat. 16.00Sat. 22.00Sun. 15.30Sun. 20.00
stage
J | Circopicco
La Víspera
Fragments
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Josip Bolonić
Content Notes: The show depicts self-harm and suicide. Vinka Delgado gives it her all to resist the crushing weight of patriarchy. Amid Masks, prosthetic dolls, and acrobatics on the Chinese pole, she dies in order to reassemble herself. Blindly, she is swept into a maelstrom of destruction and reproduction – a veritable splatter film on stage. Everything flies haphazardly about and reassembles itself – a dark, fascinating play about the trials and tribulations of life and the art of constant transformation.
from and with
Ayelen Tejedor, Lupa Maimone Pusceddu, Ricardo Serra, Vinka Delgado Seguro
duration
60 Min.
language
spanisch, englisch
shows
Thu. 15.30Fri. 21.00Sat. 14.00Sat. 20.00Sun. 15.00
stage
V | La Ballena
Los Galindos
MDR – Death from Laughter
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Clown
photo: Mireia Guilella
Content warnings in the text: A parody that both entertains and unsettles! Melon, Mardi and Rossinyol find themselves caught up in an unexpected conflict that reveals their untamed will to survive and their sheer clumsiness. Witness a rough-and-ready friendship born of guilt and responsibility, an unlikely crime, a suspicious trial and a violent, deadly punishment – the arbitrariness of the justice system as seen through the eyes of three clowns. An incredible performance that risks making you laugh yourself to death.
from and with
Bet Garrell, Caterina Fiol, Gabriel Agosti, Jake Oob, Joël Fesel, Johnny Torres, Marc Soler, Marcel Escolano, Nartxi Azcazrgorta, Romain Delavoipière, Santi Ruiz Albalate, Stephane Filloc - In Zusammenarbeit mit und Unterstützung von der Association of Circus Professionals of Catalonia (APCC) sowie des Instituts Ramon Llull
duration
70 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 19.30Fri. 19.30Sat. 19.00Sun. 18.30
stage
Outdoor (tba)
Lotta & Stina
20 Years Later, Still Here!
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: André Wirsig
Content warnings in the text: 20 years in the circus – that leaves its mark. Lotta & Stina, two performers from Finland, look back with a touch of self-deprecating humour and present an entertaining show combining autobiographical anecdotes and acrobatics. Amidst the glamour and hard work, successes and setbacks, including sexual violence, they celebrate the power of the stage and a friendship that has weathered all the ups and downs. A touching yet hilarious tribute to life on and off stage.
from and with
Enna Paavilainen, Heidi Niemi, Lotta Paavilainen, Palle Nothlev, Satu Kankkonen, Stina Kopra, Troels Hagen Findsen, Vilma Vantola
duration
65 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 23.30Fri. 13.15Sat. 21.15Sun. 11.30
stage
P | Papilio
Overhead Project
My Body Is Your Body
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Tanz
photo: Ingo Solms
"My Body Is Your Body" takes a bold, playful and incisive look at our expectations of the body and its gender-specific behaviour. Two acrobats and a dancer navigate the spectrum between closeness and distance, dominance and submission, strength and exhaustion. At the same time, the bi-frontal seating arrangement means the audience is confronted with the act of looking at one another. When does observation turn into voyeurism? And who is actually observing whom here?
from and with
Charlotte Ducousso, Eric Eggert, Francesco Germini, Garlef Keßler, Leon Börgens, Leonardo García, Lisa Lehnen, Lukas Zimmermann, Maiol Pruna Soler, Mechtild Tellmann, Mijin Kim, Mirjam Hildbrand, Monika Odenthal, Patricia Carolin Mai, Susanne Schneider, Simon Bauer, Tim Behren - Unterstützt durch das NATIONALE PERFORMANCE NETZ Gastspielförderung Theater, gefördert von der Beauftragten der Bundesregierung für Kultur und Medien, sowie den Kultur- und Kunstministerien der Länder.
duration
50 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 17.30Sat. 19.00Sat. 23.00Sun. 14.00Sun. 18.00
stage
Q | Grand Palais
Richard Kimberley
Jimmy - A Ridiculous Tragedy
Physisches Theater
The audience favourite from at.tension#10 is back! In a captivating one-man show, Richard Kimberly brings a wide variety of characters to life through physical theatre, incisive mime and clowning. At the heart of the story is the young Jimmy’s quest to become a real man. Hidden grief, toxic behaviour, shame and admired role models all play a part, as does Kimberly’s ruthless humour. What does it mean, again, to be a man?
from and with
Giovanni Fusetti, Lisa Klein, Peter Sweet, Richard Kimberley
duration
80 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 17.00Fri. 18.45Fri. 22.45Sat. 16.00Sat. 21.15Sun. 13.30
stage
T | Petit Palais
Silvia Gribaudi
R.OSA - 10 exercises for new virtuosities
Zeitgenössischer Tanz
photo: Gianfranco Rota
Silvia Gribaudi hits the nail on the head: in a format that blends a one-woman show with a group fitness session, the choreographer challenges our perceptions of bodies, women and social roles. With charm and a twinkle in her eye, the expressive performer Claudia A. Marsicano takes to the stage as a dancer and motivational coach. She demands recognition through irritation, breaks the conventions of aerobics and unleashes virtuoso skills. An ode to the joy of life!
from and with
Alessandro Palumbi, Claudia A. Marsicano, Erica Sessa, Leonardo Benetollo, Luca Serafini, Paolo Tizianel, Silvia Gribaudi – mit Unterstützung durch das Italienische Kulturinstitut Hamburg
duration
45 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 18.00Fri. 23.30Sat. 11.00Sun. 17.00
stage
K | Circopula
Subliminati Corporation
Deixe-me
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Sebastian Armengol
Four acrobats, the timeless melody of a nearly broken ghetto blaster and a flying carpet create an absurd world that straddles social satire, confession and ritual. In a performance that is funny, bitter and surprising, the boundaries between stage and audience, reality and fiction, become blurred. Every moment defies your expectations. Physical theatre, spoken theatre, circus and dance come together to create an ironic satire – sometimes funny, sometimes tragic, but always spot on.
from and with
Charlotte le May, Maël Tebibi, Mikel Ayala, Romain Delavoipière
duration
60 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 18.30Fri. 20.45Sat. 13.00Sat. 16.00Sun. 19.45
stage
P | Papilio
Wilde&Vogel, Feisel und Genossen
Farm der Tiere
Figurentheater / Live Musik
photo: Thilo Neubacher
The farm animals listen in unison to the legacy of the award-winning breeding boar, Old Major. The revolt against the old farmer Jones succeeds – and overnight, the animals take control. All animals are equal! But which are more equal? George Orwell’s analysis of totalitarian mechanisms, written in the mid-1940s, is frighteningly relevant today. A timeless masterpiece of world literature, a fable full of dark humour, a musical in ten chapters. Sunday’s performance will be in English.
from and with
Alexandra Goslawska, Aline Patschke, Charlotte Wilde, Johannes Frisch, Mechtild Nienaber, Philipp Scholz, Michael Vogel, Janne Weirup, Samira Wenzel, Stefan Wenzel
duration
180 Min. inkl. Pause
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Thu. 21.45Fri. 14.00Sat. 11.00Sun. 17.00
stage
T | Petit Palais
Theatre / Dance / Circus
1001 I Sayeh Sirvani
Tiefenrausch
Figurentheater
Confusion, anxiety, hallucinations: deep-water intoxication affects divers at great depths and robs them of their judgement, putting their lives in mortal danger. In her moving solo performance, the Iranian puppeteer Sayeh Sirvani uses this condition as a metaphor for flight and the search for stability. Shaped by Iran’s history and the protests of 2019, this piece gives a voice to those who faced the agonising choice of whether to leave or to stay.
from and with
Alex Derouet, Antoine Lenoir, Coraline Charnet, Myriam-Naomi Walburg, Nicole Mossoux, Parva Karkhaneh, Sayeh Sirvani, Teresa Ondruskova
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
10+
language
französisch, persisch, deutsche Übertitel
shows
Thu. 22.00Fri. 14.00Sat. 13.00Sat. 16.00Sun. 14.00
stage
M | Tube
Akira Schroth
fly with u
Objekttheater
photo: Nina Pieper
“I like sunflowers. Sunflowers are my favourite flowers.” In this object theatre piece made from crocheted doilies, a person who came to Germany 35 years ago as a guest worker recalls Sunny, a past love. With minimal resources and subtle acting, the play recounts fictional memories from Rostock-Lichtenhagen. In just 15 minutes, Akira Schroth creates a moving depth that, due to its alarming relevance to the present day, is deeply stirring and leaves a lasting impression.
from and with
Akira Schroth
duration
15 Min.
minimum age
14+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 23.00Fri. 19.00Fri. 20.30Sat. 19.00Sat. 20.00Sun. 20.30
stage
H | Neuland
Alex Franz Zehetbauer
An Evening With
Konzert / Performance
photo: Elsa Okazaki
Let the charming Alex Franz Zehetbauer whisk you away to a surreal piano bar: on a rollercoaster ride ranging from poetic lullabies to traditional folk music and acclaimed pop hits, you will be swept through a variety of moods and styles. With catchy tunes and a mischievous sense of humour, hovering between seriousness and absurdity, this performance invites you to experience the unifying power of music. With a touch of magic, virtuoso playing and choreographic surprises.
from and with
Alex Franz Zehetbauer, Christian Schröder, Claire Lefèvre, Dez Miller, Han-Gyeol Lie, Ipek Hamzaoglu, Jen Rosenblit, Joe Albrecht, Liv Schellander, mollusca productions - Gefördert durch BMWKMS (Austrian Federal Ministry for Housing, Arts, Culture, Media and Sport)
duration
60 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 18.00Sat. 18.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Anna Rot
TVMordia - Stirb schön und leise
Theater / Performance
photo: Winter / Kramarek
For years, the Austrian actress Anna Rot has been playing the female corpse on television. A bare leg, her hair flowing softly across the bloodstained floor. So far, so familiar. In conversations with her female colleagues, however, a sense of unease becomes palpable: from the tapestry of sound in these conversations and Anna Rot’s charisma emerges a multi-layered theatrical evening exploring the objectification of female victims of violence. The voices of the dead become audible – and they have a great deal to say.
from and with
Ana Stefanović Bilić, Anna Rot, Cat Jimenez, Dolores Winkler, Dulci Jan, Ilonka Petruschka, Jennifer Gisela Weiss, Johanna Orsini, Karl Börner, Larissa Kramarek, Laura Golfier-Brechmann, Lens Kühleitner, Lise Risom Olsen, Nina Fog, Rotraud Kern, Tom Skoruppa
duration
80 Min.
minimum age
14+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 20.00Fri. 23.15Sat. 11.00Sun. 18.00
stage
G | Theater
Candlelight Dynamite
Der weiße Hai
Lecture Performance / Objekttheater
photo: Jörg Landsberg
An idyllic seaside resort is plagued by a man-eating shark during the high season – or is it? Since beach barriers spoil the tourism industry the mayor is simply brushing away the danger. Whilst politicians shirk their responsibilities, a turbulent quest for the truth begins. With bizarre objects and lightning-fast changes of role and perspective, a chaotic mess quickly breaks out.
from and with
Anne Sophie Domenz, Denis Geyersbach, Nadine Geyersbach, Jorid Lukaczik
duration
120 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 17.45Sat. 17.45Sun. 15.15
stage
39 | Ostpol
Cia. Roi Borrallas
Solo
Clown
photo: Txus García
A clown needs his stage, his audience. But what happens when the spotlight goes out and he is left alone in his dressing room? In this liminal space, which is neither the stage nor real life, the boundaries between the human being and the fictional character become blurred. With boundless imagination and plenty of humour, this clown fights against loneliness and routine. A deeply human play about an actor without an audience – a clown when no one is watching.
from and with
Joan Cot Ros, Mina Trapp, Roi Borrallas - In Zusammenarbeit mit und Unterstützung von der Association of Circus Professionals of Catalonia (APCC) sowie des Instituts Ramon Llull
duration
45 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 21.00Fri. 23.59Sat. 20.00
stage
D | Harbour
Cie. Alta Gama
Mentir lo Mínimo
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Matias Chiofalo
Do you like your body? Do you feel comfortable in it? Would you change it? In this minimalist circus, three bodies – a man, a woman and an artistic bicycle – explore what really matters: one’s own physicality and its presence. In an intimate atmosphere and in direct connection with the audience, they explore the different facets of how we perceive our bodies. With its apparent simplicity, this moving show brings us a step closer to the complex question of self-acceptance.
from and with
Alejo Gamboa, Amanda Delgado, Angéla Kontis, Frédéric Perrin, Pere Vilaplana, Pilar Aguilar
duration
50 Min.
minimum age
8+
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 17.30Fri. 18.30Sat. 17.30Sun. 17.00
stage
W | Tarmac
Cie. Bakélite
Invaders
Objekttheater
photo: Virginie Meigne
In the dark vastness of space, an unknown threat lurks: jelly-like creatures are moving slowly but inexorably towards Earth. Their intentions? Still completely unclear. Do they want to take over the world? Are they planning destruction? This short object theatre piece is a loving homage to the alien invasion films of the 1950s. There’s just one small detail that makes all the difference: you are guaranteed to find yourself smiling.
from and with
Gaëtan Emeraud, Olivier Rannou
duration
25 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 23.59Sat. 22.00Sat. 23.30Sun. 22.00
stage
H | Neuland
Cie. Dyptik
Amin
Tanz
photo: Cie. Dyptik
The sun sets over a raft stranded in the middle of the desert – surrounded only by wind, dust and the memory of a vanished ocean. In a dusty circle, men and women dance for their very existence: bodies whirl to the pulse of a swaying world in search of a collective breath. This raw, high-energy dance is led and driven by the Moroccan musician and singer Nabil Sansi, drawing on the Gnawa tradition. Here, trance takes shape as resistance.
from and with
Ali el Kihal, Assiya Eddahbi, Davide Salvadori, Léa Bouchery, Mehdi Meghari, Nabil Sansi, Patrick De Oliveira, Souhail Marchiche, Tibault Miglietti
duration
45 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 18.30Fri. 18.30Sat. 16.00Sat. 19.00
stage
36 | Turmbühne
Cie. Hëin?
Unnecessary Violence
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Miguel Sanchez
Sometimes, in the heat of the moment, you can’t quite tell at what point a well-intentioned joke ultimately went too far. Something similar happens to two jugglers: Their playful banter is suddenly tinged with a subtle hint of violence. Competing with one another, they test the limits and find the most creative ways to outdo the other person. In a back-and-forth between conflict and humor, one thing matters above all else: Don’t be afraid of good slapstick!
from and with
Elise Morard, Ganna Veenhuysen, Nils Liedtke - Finanzielle Unterstützung: Keep an Eye Foundation (NL)
duration
35 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 12.15Fri. 14.30Sat. 15.00Sat. 17.15Sun. 10.30Sun. 13.00
stage
24 | Rosa Platz
Cie. Humo y Polvo & Cie. Las Corpa
Obsolete Elegance
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Jakob Sax
Celebrate the pure energy of non-conformity with ‘Obsolete Elegance’. With surreal costumes made from recycled materials and eccentric creatures, the four women create their own universe beyond reality. They seek beauty in the grotesque and find splendour in distortion. With acrobatic dance, aerial artistry and offbeat humour, this subversive circus unleashes a wild frenzy and celebrates the absurd – thrilling and experimental!
from and with
Ignacia Parraguez, Lorena Di Bello, Martina Calvo, Morgane Maret
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 13.00Fri. 16.45Sat. 13.00Sat. 16.45Sun. 11.30
stage
38 | Ostpol
Cie. Kif Kif
Nous, la forêt
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Sixtine Leroy
At the foot of a tree two brothers try to put down roots. They grow up together, providing shade for one another and wrestling in the earth. Through a blend of acrobatics and juggling, a sibling bond unfolds, caught between deep connection and rivalry. With humour and tenderness, the two plunge into their fantasy world, spread out their branches and make apples dance. Set to the rhythm of the drums, this piece makes a heart-warming plea for life.
from and with
Alexis Barbier, Baptiste Bouissou, Francoise Leger, Louise Digard, Lucas Bouissou, Noëmi Bouissou, Xavi Moreno
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 17.00Sat. 15.00Sun. 18.00
stage
2 | Am Weidendom
Cie. MDS I Marianna De Sanctis
Mother.Woman.Artist.
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Nika Osenchuk
Content warnings in the text: With unflinching candor, the artist and mother shares her reality behind the scenes: abuse of power, prejudice, discrimination, and the challenge of creating art with children. Moving, raw, and ironic, the stage becomes a place of lived experience. A personal #MeToo story about vulnerability, self-determination, and the courage to choose one’s own path – even if it isn’t always the easiest one. Followed by a discussion.
from and with
Alma Kaiser, Camilla La Verde, Maë Lestage, Marianna De Sanctis, Nicanor de Elia, Yaelle Antoine
duration
55 Min. + 30 Min.
minimum age
10+
language
englisch
shows
Sat. 12.30Sun. 14.30Sun. 19.00
stage
X | Datscha
Cie. Nicanor de Elia
Copyleft
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Tanz
photo: Macarena de Noia
Experience a choreographic whirlwind of dance and juggling. Inspired by various sports, five jugglers move across the pitch in a fast-paced interplay. Through this dynamic dialogue, the piece by Argentine choreographer Nicanor de Elia explores the relationships between the individual and the group. The poetry here lies in the details – in a synchronised dance movement, a perfectly timed throw or a playful interaction with the audience.
from and with
Enrique Rosenman, Giovanni di Domenico, Gonzalo Fernandez, Juan Duarte, Lucas Castelo, Nicanor de Elia, Thibault Michel, Walid El Yafi
duration
45 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 15.00Sat. 17.00Sun. 12.30Sun. 16.15
stage
35 | Seite Triebwerke
Cie. Pol & Freddy
Panic Ludic
Objektmanipulation
photo: Christian Gmunder
The world after the apocalypse – everything lies in ruins, the future is uncertain. A man wanders through the desolate landscape, using the few items he has managed to salvage to combat the loneliness of everyday life. With unexpected juggling techniques and DIY mechanics, Sander De Cuyper breathes life into these curious found objects. ‘Panic Ludic’ is an absurd, post-apocalyptic ‘object dressage’ brimming with ingenuity, as well as a visual ode to the friendship between humans and objects.
from and with
Bram Dobbelaere, Geert de Wit, Griet Herssens, Lars Senders, Sander De Cuyper
duration
45 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 17.30Sat. 14.00Sat. 17.15Sun. 12.00Sun. 15.00
stage
12 | Wiese zwischen Salon & Tube
Cie. Sacékripa
Surcouf
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Ferrante Ferranti
In a small boat, two men approach a makeshift raft – a first, precarious refuge from the wet and the uncertainty. They defy the relentless element of water with acrobatic balancing acts. With subtle humour, this absurd aquatic acrobatics piece explores instability and the shared search for stability. Full of humanity and a willingness to take risks, the French duo shows how to stay on course when life begins to falter.
from and with
Benjamin De Matteis, Mickael Le Guen
duration
40 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 14.30Fri. 17.30Sat. 12.30Sat. 15.30Sun. 12.30
stage
43 | Am See
Circus Katoen
Grasshoppers
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Matija Smuk
CHANGE OF VENUE from Macadam (U) to Palapaba (R) due to the rain on Saturday at 10:00 as well as 15:15. Just how much can the plants of our world actually withstand? Two performers extract a real patch of turf from the ground and transform it into an object – using planks, trestles, ropes and their own bodies, they mobilise, control and manipulate the living greenery. What roles do we humans play in our relationship with nature? An acrobatic manipulation of objects and a playful exploration of our planet’s resilience and vulnerability.
from and with
Sophie van der Vuurst de Vries, Willem Balduyck
duration
45 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 18.00Sat. 10.00Sat. 15.15Sun. 16.15
stage
U | Macadam
Cirque Pardi!
Bleu Électrique
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Michel Wiart
A cinematic atmosphere fills the air. Straddling the line between trash and oblivion, the characters on the fringes of everyday life unfold a world of dreamlike sequences. With sarcasm and humour, this contemporary circus takes an unflinching look at reality – full of absurdity and humanity. Following a two-week residency on the Kulturkosmos site, Cirque Pardi! will present three previews of ‘Bleu Électrique’ at at.tension#11 ahead of the official premiere.
from and with
Aude Martos, Elsa Pottier, Eva Ordoñez, Fer Flores, Jonathan Frau, Julie Bergez, Laura Cardona, Noëmie Bouissou, Mehdi Cherif, Timothé Loustalot
duration
70 Min.
minimum age
8+
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 16.00Sat. 16.00
stage
19 | Tanzwüste
Clémence Caillouel
The Requiem of Sophie Withman
Performance / Clown
photo: Jana Rothe
Sophie Withman loves the limelight, romance and stories with tragic endings. As reality fails to live up to her expectations, she creates her very own tragedy on stage night after night. What at first glance appears to be an elegant jazz concert quickly turns out to be a raging melodrama – and is guaranteed to end in a macabre disaster. Blending dark clowning, the grotesque and interactive cabaret, this non-verbal show satirises the myths of love in our time.
from and with
Clémence Caillouel, Gözde Atalay
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 20.00Sat. 23.59Sun. 19.00
stage
D | Harbour
Collectif Les Idoles
REFACE
Tanz / Performance
photo: Tom Grand Mourcel
Everything is in a state of flux – our bodies, our relationships, political power structures. In ‘REFACE’, the stage is transformed into a physical and musical laboratory of ceaseless metamorphoses. Navigating the realms of transformation, deformation and illusion, the performers blur the boundaries between the self and the other. Who is standing there on stage? A fascinating interplay of transformations that brings the complexity of our existence into sharp relief.
from and with
Chandra Grangean, Chloé Herouart, Jacopo Greco D’Alceo, Lise Messina, Lucie Grand Mourcel, Martin Malatray-Ravit, Mélanie Garrabos, Melissandre Halbert
duration
40 Min.
minimum age
8+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 23.30Sat. 21.30Sun. 11.30
stage
X | Datscha
Collectif Maison Courbe
OBAKE
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Loïc Nys
MOVED on Friday to 06:30 pm This site-specific performance radically challenges our visual habits. The inseparable duo Parpaing and Moellon has been tasked with a mission whose purpose is difficult to fathom. On their journey through the human world, the two use walls, facades, trees, and staircases as vertical stages for their unpredictable acrobatics. A mobile performance that relentlessly appropriates public space and completely revitalises our view of the surroundings.
from and with
Clémence Roger, Florian Bessin, Hélène Leveau, Jérémy Damian, Juliette Steimer, Léo Manipoud, Mathilde Leveau, Nicolas Chapoulier, Yuko Kobayashi
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 18.30Fri. 18.30Sat. 15.30Sun. 17.00
stage
13 | Vor der Tube
DeRonde/Deroo
It really hurts when your head hits the concrete
Physische Performance
photo: Joshua Walter
A man drags his companion around like a rag doll. But what happens when the companion no longer wants to play along? In their physical performance, Tom de Ronde and Nick Deroo demonstrate, in a humorous yet poetic way, the personal baggage we all carry with us. Without a single word, the audience is drawn into the cinematic images created by the duo. A visual poem full of expressive presence and acrobatic highlights.
from and with
Jef Van Gestel, Jethro Cooke, Maarten Krielen, Nick Deroo, Pol Eggermont, Tom de Ronde
duration
35 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 17.00Fri. 17.45Sat. 12.00Sat. 15.15Sun. 18.30
stage
35 | Seite Triebwerke
Digitôle
Digitôle
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Noé - Oeil sensible
CHANGE OF VENUE from Macadam (U) to Palapaba (R) due to the rain on Friday at 12 noon. CANCELLATION of the show on Friday at 3 pm: Three jugglers, clad in colourful silk, are sucked into a sort of video game. Now they are at the mercy of the musician – who remains in the real world – and his magical beat machine. With live techno, he dictates every throw and every movement. The three remote-controlled bodies are driven to perform an electrifying juggling act until they are completely exhausted. A vibrant tribute to the glorious era of the Game Boy.
from and with
Baptiste Jeanneqiuin, Gabin Ghibaudo, Raphaël Jacob, Victor De Bouvère, Victor Gosset
duration
45 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 18.45Fri. 12.00Sat. 18.30Sun. 10.00Sun. 12.15
stage
R | Palapaba
Elise Reine
The Shedding
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Anna Barclay
Content warnings in the text: As a contortionist, Elise Reine is used to being watched as she bends her body under the spotlight. She knows that the audience is wondering whether she can lick every inch of her body. Now the self-proclaimed snake woman invites you to witness her personal shedding. In a bi-frontal framework, she explores the sexualization of contortion and questions romanticised violence against women. Intimate, explicit, and rebellious. Followed by a discussion.
from and with
Elise Bjerkelund Reine, Helle Karlsson, Hjalmar Nilsson, John Hanna, Kajsa Bohlin, Maia Cherry, Marcelo Nunes
duration
40 Min. + 20 Min.
minimum age
18+
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 22.30Sun. 22.30
stage
17 | Tanzwüste
Hanschitz & Beierer
still.interwoven
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Tanz
photo: Joël Beierer
One of life’s great, seemingly never-ending tasks is the art of navigating relationships. How does personal bonds develop? When will they break, and how can we forge new connections afterwards? Three performers, a Cyr wheel and live electronic music explore the sense of security and the challenges posed by closeness, trust and dependence. A poetic narrative featuring contemporary dance, the Cyr wheel and object manipulation.
from and with
Joël Beierer, Linda Pilar Brodhag, Lorena Madurga, Lotte Sterringa, Sandra Hanschitz
duration
35 Min.
minimum age
5+
language
wenig Sprache (englisch, deutsch, spanisch)
shows
Thu. 18.30Fri. 13.00Sat. 18.30Sun. 14.00
stage
2 | Am Weidendom
Intrépidus Squad
STEK
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Clown
‘STEK’ is street. Noise, smoke, stunts, acrobatics, juggling, and clowning come together to create a universe free of conventions. Four outcasts tell a story of the unseen events on the fringes of society, with joy, gloom, and plenty of dark humour. In their turbulent daily lives filled with car chases, jumps, and somersaults over containers, life can be worth a piece of bread. Thanks to a fierce zest for life, their motto is: Keep moving forward, whatever the cost!
from and with
Analía Vincent, Léo Morala, Maelle Prévôt, Mario Barragan, Moutaoukil Yaniss, Ottavio Stazio
duration
55 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
englisch, französisch
shows
Thu. 16.30Fri. 18.30Sat. 12.00Sun. 17.30
stage
24 | Rosa Platz
Jörg Müller
Mobile
Objektmanipulation / Sound - Performance
photo: Emmanuel Burriel
Smooth metal tubes hang in the air in a simple arrangement. While they may seem unremarkable at first glance, that impression vanishes the moment Jörg Müller steps onto the stage: Whirling in countless circles and ellipses, the juggler moves in and around the tubes, breathing life into them. A song made out of bells, a carousel of planets – this audiovisual hypnotic spectacle, executed with high precision, evokes fantastical associations as well as pure, sensual delight.
from and with
Jörg Müller
duration
20 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 18.30Fri. 20.00Sat. 18.30Sat. 20.00Sun. 21.30Sun. 23.59
stage
18 | Tanzwüste
Keep Company I Abby Neuberger & Luca Bernini
Underfoot
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Frederico Cella
The ground beneath our feet may feel solid. Yet it is constantly and perpetually changing: tiny creatures are ceaselessly gnawing away at the world and reinventing it. A hand-to-hand duo takes us beneath the earth’s surface – where a giant earthworm and countless bacteria lie in wait. Physical theatre and acrobatic lifts celebrate the power of our ecosystem. If there is life after death, this is it, and it is spectacular!
from and with
Abby Neuberger, Catherine Machault, Clélia de Biasi, Luca Bernini, Magali Castellan, Marco Baranzano, Milena Erez, Paul Alphonse, Roberto Magro, Roser Font
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 15.00Fri. 18.30Sat. 13.30Sun. 15.30
stage
1 | Am Weidendom
k*hole karaoke | Ping-Hsiang Wang
Retina Maneuver
Lecture Performance
photo: Hang Su
Ping-Hsiang Wang leads a seemingly carefree life in Berlin. Alicia Keys’ chart-topping hit ‘Girl on Fire’ has always fascinated him. Whilst browsing through his digital archives, the song that was once the karaoke anthem of his wild nights out unwittingly becomes the soundtrack to a violent past. The question inevitably springs to mind: what would I do if war broke out tomorrow? A clever lecture-performance full of warmth, wit and honesty.
from and with
Aurora Kellermann, Kang-Hua Chang, k*hole karaoke, Meng-Jiin Hsieh, Ping-Hsiang Wang, Raquel Rosildete, Sára Enyingi, Soojin Oh, Wan Shi, Yi-Ju Chou - TATWERK | Performative Forschung (Berlin); Freies Werkstatt Theater (Köln); Kaaitheater (Brüssel); Gefördert vom Fonds Darstellende Künste aus Mitteln der Beauftragten der Bundesregierung für Kultur und Medien im Rahmen von NEUSTART KULTUR; National Culture and Arts Foundation Taiwan; PACT Zollverein (Essen), finanziert vom Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen
duration
55 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
englisch, mit deutschen Übertiteln
shows
Fri. 17.30Sat. 16.00Sun. 22.30
stage
X | Datscha
Knot on Hands
Brace for Impact
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Kolja Huneck
A simple setting, minimalist costumes, and a refreshing focus on the essentials: Knot on Hands explores new ways of moving as a trio. In the process, they push the boundaries of balance; find trust in placing their weight in another person’s hands; and develop a unique, organic form of partner acrobatics. The result is a feast for the eyes and a heartwarming experience – because even without words, the three understand each other perfectly.
from and with
Britt Timmermans, Mario Kunzi, Merel Heering, Tijs Bastiaens
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 14.00Sat. 11.00Sat. 14.30Sun. 11.00Sun. 13.15
stage
W | Tarmac
La Barque Acide
EX5 – The car drives you
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Maristella Tesio
A car races through the darkness and hand-to-hand acrobatics meet bare skin. Three female acrobats appropriate the sexist image of naked women on car bonnets and translate it into their own circus language. Inspired by cinematic worlds, they explore the ambivalence between tenderness and violence. Following a two-week residency on the Kulturkosmos site, La Barque Acide is presenting exclusive previews – the official premiere is scheduled for 2028.
from and with
Antoine Venturini, Camille Bontout, Maristella Tesio, Patrick Lebowski, Steph Mouat, Swantje Kawecki
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
nonverbal
shows
Sat. 00.30Sat. 20.45Sat. 23.59Sun. 21.00
stage
30 | Beim Palapalais
Les Arracheurs de Dents
Tiens, Tiens
Wrestling-Show
photo: Anais David
You can hear the heated atmosphere even from a distance: the favourite is being cheered on, whilst the opponent is being kept in check. “Tiens Tiens” is a cut-throat, high-level sporting competition. Or is it just that well-known French children’s game? If you have never heard of it – never mind! – you are still welcome to come along and be blown away by little hits and big stunts. The great Roger Couderc is taking on none other than – oh, we have forgotten. Includes a 20-minute, optional introduction.
from and with
Alexandre Dumont, Aurélien Blandeau, Claire Lemercier, Crust Zombie, Marie Dupasquier, Mathieu Gratedoux, Moineau écarlate, Olivier Baudu, Pierrick Bonjean
duration
20 Min. + 45 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
englisch, französisch
shows
Thu. 16.55Fri. 14.10Sat. 14.10Sun. 14.40
stage
8 | Seebühne
Marius Alsleben
20 Liter O
Objekttheater / Sound-Performance
photo: Sophie Baur
A performer and 35 blue plastic canisters search for common ground. The canisters find it difficult to decide whether to exist as functional objects or as characters. A sung ‘O’ makes all the difference – spontaneously, they form a seven-part choir. Somewhere between object theatre, sound sculpture and interactive installation, Marius Alsleben creates a surprising world in which everyday objects seem to come to life.
from and with
Marius Alsleben
duration
20 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 22.00Sat. 16.30Sun. 16.30
stage
D | Harbour
Moon Ribas, Quim Girón & Animal Religion
Symphonic Flock
Sound-Performance
photo: Plepys
Follow your herd instinct and let the shepherds Moon Ribas and Quim Girón invite you to graze together. Equipped with portable speakers that act as electronic cowbells, the audience constantly create new choreographies and soundscapes during this mobile performance. ‘Symphonic Flock’ is at once a community experience, a sound performance and a ritual: experience the collective energy of a flock and the animal nature within us all.
from and with
Adriana Parra, Joan Cot Ros, Moon Ribas, Quim Girón - In Zusammenarbeit mit und Unterstützung von der Association of Circus Professionals of Catalonia (APCC) sowie des Instituts Ramon Llull
duration
55 Min.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 18.00Fri. 10.30Fri. 18.30Sat. 10.30Sat. 18.30Sun. 10.00Sun. 16.30
stage
26 | Rootsbase
Opposable Thumb Theatre
Don Quixote (is a very big book)
Figurentheater / Clown
photo: Mathias Olsen
In this fast-paced one-man show, Dik Downey’s midlife crisis collides head-on with Don Quixote’s wild fantasies. Whilst Quixote chases impossible dreams, Dik attempts to retell the epic novel and deliver the best show of his life. With desperate clowning and a host of puppets, this play takes a humorous look at the humiliations of growing older and one’s own mortality. A battle against the inevitable, with British humour.
from and with
Ali Robertson, Aneta Skut, Chris Collier, Dik Downey, Emma Williams, Izzy Bristow, Simon Preston
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 17.00Fri. 18.00Sat. 22.00Sun. 11.00
stage
M | Tube
Oxyput Compagnie
Full Fuel
Tanz
photo: Michel Wiart
A dance on the volcano in times of dwindling resources and the current climate crisis. ‘Full Fuel’ transforms the runway into an explosive dance floor fuelled by collective energy. Armed with petrol cans and fuelled by driving live music, the four performers dance ecstatically as the noose tightens around them. Get ready to weather the storm brewing on the horizon, and dance until the energy finally boils over!
from and with
Fanny Aquaron, François Juliot, Julia Berrocal, Laurie-Anne Clément, Léa Lhomme, Magalie Leportier, Marine Cheravola, Nelly Poiret Dandres, Oscar Rozsa Miller
duration
45 Min. + 30 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 20.15Sat. 19.30Sun. 19.30
stage
31 | Landebahn
PANNE FATALE
Anfang.Ziege.Ende
Objekttheater
photo: Zoe Lauryn Hinsch
Patmos, the island of the Revelation. At the end of the world, three female players wonder whether it is worth setting up a warning triangle – and why the goat looks so hopeful. Somewhere between a nightmare, a goat documentary and the Book of Revelation, the Panne Fatale collective takes you on a dark, absurd road trip. This is powerful object theatre with live sound, fearless humour and homemade special effects. Please fasten your seatbelts!
from and with
Gerda Pethke, Lotta Lechtenberg, Odile Pothier, Staeff Günther, Tülin Hegemann
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 22.00Fri. 23.59Sat. 19.00Sun. 19.00Sun. 21.00
stage
M | Tube
Parasites Ensemble
BD$M - Bratwurst. Deutschland. $chnitzel. Macht.
Theater / Performance
photo: Ingo Solms
‘BD$M’ is an fearless head-on attack on the AfD. Can a fascist party be beaten at its own game? In a wild hybrid of video art, news programme and bondage session, the Parasites Ensemble dissects the strategies used by the far right to shape public discourse. The result is a compelling example in how theatre can engage with real political threats. Analytically precise, highly entertaining and radically exhilarating.
from and with
Parasites Ensemble - Unterstützt durch das NATIONALE PERFORMANCE NETZ Gastspielförderung Theater, gefördert von der Beauftragten der Bundesregierung für Kultur und Medien, sowie den Kultur- und Kunstministerien der Länder.
duration
70 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 18.00Fri. 20.45Sat. 21.30Sun. 11.30
stage
G | Theater
Pikz Palace
The Swan Lake
Ballett
photo: Pikz Palace
The world-famous, classic ballet production ‘Swan Lake’ at the at.tension Festival – performed exclusively on a tiny stage measuring just one and a half square metres! Performed in front of an unlimited audience at the open-air theatre, this humorous production breaks all the rules of ballet and proves just how much monumental drama can unfold in the smallest of spaces. Experience Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece in an absurd version full of surprises and Belgian humour.
from and with
Alain Rinckhout, Eric Peeters, Greete Verhoeven, Wouter Bories
duration
30 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 15.30Fri. 13.30Fri. 15.45Sat. 13.30Sat. 15.15Sun. 11.00Sun. 13.30
stage
15 | Platz der Kosmonauten
Post uit Hessdalen
BALLROOM
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Brecht Van Maele
Inside a truck, a man appears against a bleak concrete backdrop. He has the monotonous task of collecting countless balls and stowing them away in crates. Gradually, his bored sense of duty turns into an obsession with finding new, unexpected trajectories for the balls’ flight paths. Suddenly, the technically precise art of object manipulation gives way to magic. An enchanting dance of the balls that is guaranteed to leave you in awe.
from and with
Bert Laurijssens, Frederik Meulyzer, Ine Van Baelen, Jochem Baelus, Koen Haagdorens, Kinga Jaczewska, Lodewijk Heylen, Lucas Van Haesbroeck, Nushi Lambreva, Stijn Grupping, Watson Memić - With the support of the Flemish Government
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
5+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 14.00Fri. 15.00Fri. 16.00Sat. 14.00Sat. 15.00Sat. 16.00Sun. 12.30Sun. 13.30Sun. 14.30
stage
42 | Ostpol
Société Protectrice de Petites Idées
Violent
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus / Tanz
photo: Sébastien Armengol
‘Violent’ transforms the stage into an unbridled sensory overload. Inspired by photos, GIFs and videos from digital media, everyday consumerism is taken to the extreme here. With extravagant costumes, pink kitsch, dance and circus acts, the identical twin performers unfold an uninhibited world somewhere between escalation and excess – where control, judgement and meaning no longer stand a chance. A garish amusement park with the highest risk of accidents!
from and with
Aleth Depeyre, Aude Martos, Camille Urvoy, Éloïse Simonis, Elsa Pottier, Emma Romer, Federico Robledo, Loïc Chauloux, Nanda Suc
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 21.30Sat. 22.45Sun. 22.00
stage
S | Palapalais
Theater Kuckucksheim
IKARUS
Punk-Oper
photo: Frederik Seeberger
With music, humour and puppet theatre, this offbeat punk opera tells the story of Ika, a down-and-out solo performer. He once played in the punk band DURCHFALL (DIARRHOEA), but due to creative differences, the band split up without ever having played a single gig. Today, Ika tours the countryside with his dog and songs such as ‘Systemfehler’ (‘System error’) and ‘Welt am Arsch’(‘The world is screwed’), showing what it feels like to fall through life – between utopia and dystopia, fiction and reality.
from and with
Annkathrin Slavik, Benjamin Seeberger, Dorothee Löffler, Nando Seeberger, Rene Huber, Stefan Vogel
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 23.00
stage
D | Harbour
Tripotes la Compagnie
Kiss&Fly
Zeitgenössischer Zirkus
photo: Camelia Berrio
‘Kiss&Fly’ is an ode to hit the road together. Four friends take to the streets on a converted cargo bike, a teeterboard and with plenty of daring acrobatics. Their energetic physicality literally propels them skyward: they fly over the heads of the audience, only to settle back into a calm and comfortable chat. A fleeting, shared experience, unfolding in several stations, in the here and now.
from and with
Daniel Torralbo Pérez, Gianna Sutterlet, Leon Börgens, Leonardo Michael García Rodriguez
duration
40 Min.
language
englisch, spanisch
shows
Fri. 14.45Sat. 13.30Sun. 10.00Sun. 15.00
stage
32 | Landebahn
Trukitrek
Clic
Figurentheater / Film
photo: Bayrem Ben Mrad
Algorithms have taken over the world. Artificial intelligence has eradicated all emotions. A single giant corporation has monopolised every market from toothbrushes to organ transplants and monitors us around the clock. What to do now? ‘Clic’ is a short object theatrepiece played out of a Truck, a transhumanist fable, a retro-futuristic dystopia that encourages us to question a few things - better too soon than too late.
from and with
Jorge da Rocha, Josep Piris, Lu Pulici, Lia Maggioli, Rugiada Grignani
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
14+
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 20.30Fri. 21.45Sat. 20.15Sat. 22.30Sun. 21.00
stage
27 | Sonnendeck
Sideshows / Walking Acts / Installations
4 von 5 Sternen
Die (fast) perfekte Quizshow
Quizshow
“The best ice cream in Italy.” – 4 out of 5. “An unforgettable evening!” – 4 out of 5. “Delicious restaurant. I’d definitely go back.” – Well? Together, we’ll dive into the depths of the 4-star reviews and turn it into a game: Three statements, and only one is the real 4-out-of-5 rating. Sounds easy? Well, it’s not. Is it fun? Definitly.
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 20.00Sat. 20.00
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Action Späti
Beauty Salon
Welcome to the beauty salon! We celebrate the subversion of aesthetics and sabotage through cosmetics: from alarming pimple patches, making a statement with hair, tattoos, and an analog scent- based dating platform to ‘Action Tarot’ and a propagandistic spa area – here, beauty is political. On Saturday and Sunday, protest songs will be sung at 10 am as part of the ‘Pro-Raging Morning Routine’! Because only beauty can save us.
shows
Thu. 16.00Fri. 11.00Sat. 10.00Sun. 10.00
stage
1 | Am Weidendom
Astrohanfreds Seelensterne
Performance
How was your summer? Segway, tandem bike, or van? Astrohanfred will tell you what fall and the future hold through a vegetable, bodily fluid, sea creature, or vehicle horoscope. Or choose the tarot! Good luck!
shows
Sun. 14.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Bürokrammist
Tanz / Performance
Acrobatics, physical theater, and bureaucracy collide: In an absurd world of forms, stamps, and ever-changing rules, bodies find themselves caught up in a chaotic choreography. With humor and irony, this contemporary circus show reveals just how absurd and exhausting bureaucracy can be.
duration
20 Min.
shows
Fri. 22.40Sat. 22.40
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Cabinet Fatalia
Fatalia's Factory of Eyeflash Miracles
Installation
photo: Stefan Voigt
Cabinet Fatalia is at once object theatre, a cabinet of curiosities and a panopticon of surreal display objects. Inside a small bus, a parallel universe unfolds, filled with wondrous miniatures, obscure interiors and peep-boxes. Motors, spring mechanisms, and vibrating and rotating contraptions bring bizarre machines of association to life. It seems that the mysterious, the enchanted and the absurd have finally found a home.
from and with
Bärbel Voigt, Stefan Voigt
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 20.00Fri. 16.00Fri. 20.00Sat. 16.00Sat. 20.00Sun. 13.00
stage
4 | Neuland
Chakkoclub
Call me, wenn die Erde brennt
Theater / Performance
A crash, a roar – for a brief moment, the time-loop machine springs to life. After a flash of black and white, the colour film snaps in. Barely removed from the bitter here and now, the question arises: have we slipped back in time or stumbled forwards? And how real are those guys in their capes? Just then, the red telephone rings. The neighbourhood heroes, Ronnyman and Mighty Maik, are waiting for their next mission. Or maybe not?
duration
40 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 23.00Sat. 23.00
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Cosmic Cable Ltd.
Telefon Schnitzeljagd
Cosmic Cable connects friends, strangers and lovers – as a reliable alternative to conventional mobile networks. You can look forward to cryptic conversations from the roadside to the stands, status boxes to help you navigate through space and time, and entertainment for your ears. What’s more, a scavenger hunt for young and old alike invites you on a journey of discovery across the site: start at any Cosmic Cable phone box, follow the riddles and discover further clues on site.
Cut
Performance
A miscellaneous troupe carry their secret to the house of lights.
shows
Sat. 15.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Das Phi (Φ)
Installation
photo: Montecruz Foto
Endemic to the Lärz fauna for ten years, the Phi (Φ) keeps watch over its habitat. May there be light when all other lights go out. Stroke and feed at your own risk!
shows
Thu. 16.00
stage
14 | Am Phi
DCA Crew
Der Crêpe Automaat
Performativer Crêpe-Stand
photo: TOUM
You have definitely never seen a machine like this before: at the crossroads between a production line, a food stall and a fairground attraction, you will be treated to delicious crêpes and thoroughly entertained. Two performers operate this metal monster, whose countless moving parts interlock and rattle. Their marvellous interplay produces not only an incredibly long and delicious crêpe, but also a unique, captivating melody.
from and with
Charli Maisonabe, Laura Pirard
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 13.00Sat. 13.00Sun. 13.00
stage
40 | Ostpol
Es könnte so schön sein - Ausstellung
Es könnte so schön sein - Ausstellung im Workshophangar
Installation
We spend a large part of our time in relationships with other people—whether it’s meeting someone for the first time, in fleeting encounters, or in long-standing friendships. We connect in many ways—through glances, words, touch, and body language. Since we’re driven by interest and sympathy, it’s surprising to realize how close beauty and pain are to one another. Why are some encounters so unifying, while others are so unbearable and even hurtful? What unites us? What divides us? How can we achieve respectful interactions?
duration
30 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 13.00Fri. 09.31Sat. 09.31Sun. 09.31
stage
A | Workshophangar
eternal algues
Performance
There is a story. It flows through the room. Drifts in from another world. Creeps around your feet, weaves itself into the walls, rises up and… is gone. But don't panic. You will find it again. The lighthouse will show you the way. An interactive sci-fi audio play. A little story about the origin of life as you never heard it before.
from and with
Kim Tonda & Polyphonic Dreems
duration
12 min
shows
Thu. 15.00Fri. 15.00Sat. 15.00Sun. 15.00
stage
F| Lighthouse
Etta Streicher
Ein Resistänzchen (Das Samenbomben-Manifest)
Spoken Word Performace
photo: E. A. Kretschmer
The wind rustles through the treetops; the branches sway gently. Whilst a woodpecker is pecking away at the trunk, beetles scurry for cover beneath the bark. But what does the tree actually make of being unwittingly chosen as the scene of the action? In a poetic audio performance, Etta Streicher gives these gentle giants a voice. She reads the future from the veins of the fresh leaves and instigates nothing less than a green revolution.
from and with
Etta Streicher, Pauline Dünert
duration
20 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 20.00Fri. 16.30Fri. 17.30Sat. 12.00Sat. 13.00Sun. 17.00
stage
H | Neuland
Extrawurst
Extrawurst & Allstars
Theater / Performance
Dear intestines, full or missing, all firm and floppy, dear rough-chopped and finely-minced, squareheads and skewered ones, this year, the Hobbykeller welcomes all sausages and those who still want to become sausages. Mett friendly regards, Extrawurst & Allstars
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 19.00
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Fahrrad Halunk:innen
Bikergang mit Bildungsauftrag
It doesn’t matter if the bike rattles: if it’s got two wheels and you’re the engine, it’s still the best set of wheels in the world! And it’s about more than just getting from A to B. Whether you drink chain lube for breakfast or your bike’s rotting in the basement: come and join the bikers’ gang with a mission to educate – full of action and a pure love of two-wheeled culture.
shows
Thu. 16.00Fri. 11.00Sat. 11.00Sun. 11.00
stage
14 | Am Phi
FIESEMATENTEN
Villa Vulva
Figurentheater
What if Barbie – the embodiment of pastel-coloured cleanliness – suddenly started her period? Nasty bloodstains on pink bed linen, her perfectly made-up mouth contorted with pain. In a piece that burns itself into the retina like a pop music video, a performer and a Barbie play along with the menstrual cycle. Or is the cycle playing with them?
duration
40 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 14.00Sun. 12.00
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Flash Tempête
Sideshow
Experience pure thrills on board a boat on a stormy sea – without any risk and without getting your feet wet. ‘Flash Tempête’ is both a photo studio and a storm simulator. At the touch of a button, you can create the special effects: lashing rain, crashing waves, howling wind or screeching seagulls. As fearless captains, mystical merfolk or weather-beaten fishermen, brave the forces of nature. A printed photo awaits you at the end as a souvenir of this wild journey.
shows
Thu. 18.00Thu. 22.30Fri. 15.30Fri. 18.30Fri. 22.30Sat. 15.30Sat. 18.30Sat. 22.30Sun. 16.00
stage
8 | Seebühne
Geboardstagskinder
It's a birthday skate!
Skateboard-Verleih
The Boardsday kids have taken over the skate ramp and made themselves at home inside a giant slice of cake! Get ready for cake slides, frosting or frontside flips – because it is a birthday every day here. You can hire skateboards and give the skate ramp a go, with or without a bit of help. The collective shares their knowledge with anyone who has not quite plucked up the courage yet. Happy Boardsday to everyone – but with cream, please!
from and with
Brettwanzen Kollektiv
minimum age
4+
shows
Thu. 14.00Fri. 10.00Sat. 10.00Sun. 10.00
stage
13 | Vor der Tube
Hexenhäuschen
Elfenkabinett
In the witch’s cottage (Hexenhäuschen), you’ll discover magic born of a world without time. This installation, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, invites you to redefine your understanding of reality. You’ll find an intimate and magical place, brimming with details, sculptures, light and an enchanting atmosphere.
Hey Püppi Kollektiv
Hey Püppi
Theater
A sex doll breaks free from her predetermined life: She wants to become a crash test dummy and follow her own dreams. Empowered by new friendships, she stands up to capitalist and patriarchal structures. A rebellious musical theater piece that blends pop-punk and puppetry.
from and with
Carlo Silvester Duer, Anni Schröder, Alma Weber, Joey Arand
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 14.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Hieronyma Busch, Pastor Leumund und F.S.Blumm
Performance
Short version: F.S. Blumm creates noise with filters, circular movement and round objects building a projection surface for the stubborn word plays of pastor Leumund. The performer Hieronyma Busch is moving in her own weird circles above them.
shows
Sat. 16.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Hobbykeller
Theater im Speckmantel
Every year, a previously unseen hobby cellar in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is chosen by lottery. This year, it’s going to be particularly pink and exceptionally crispy – with the Hobbykeller Feinkost Fleischwurst e.V.! There’s something for everyone. From amateur sausage-making to puppet shows and object theatre, right through to drag shows – (almost) everything to do with sausages! Come along and treat yourselves to a slice of the spectacle.
Jana Kreisl
Zeichnen
CANCELLATION: At a time when it feels as though everything is drifting apart, Jana Kreisl is working with you to create a monument to connection. Tell her about moments when you’ve felt connected – to people, places, ideas or things. She will use your stories to create a picture that will form part of a larger body of work.
Julian Bellini
Heinz baut
Durational Sideshow
A rope, 47 ash wood poles and a sack – a unique tower is taking shape. Pole by pole, they are inserted, braced and supported. Step by step, Julian Bellini’s structure rises upwards. During this four-hour durational performance, anyone who fancies watching the creative process unfold and simply taking a moment to slow down is welcome to join in.
language
nonverbal
shows
Sat. 12.00Sun. 13.30
stage
37 | Ostpol
Keith Dragon Variety Show
Performance
Hosted by ex-semi-pro tennis coach Keith Dragon and his DJ, former motocross star Brad Radical, this is a live psychedelic talk show supported by musical artists Lucas Laufen, Lore Vain who play songs and are interviewed about a non-music-related topic they know nothing about. Free cake provided!
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 14.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Kollektiv Kubik
Amt für Schlangenvermessung
Performance
Kollektiv Kubik is transforming itself into a mobile queue-measuring office and is taking a close look at the festival’s queues: their length, how they meander, how well the ‘Chinese whispers’ game works, and much more. On Sunday, all the results will be publicly analysed and displayed.
Körperfunkkollektiv
Wohlstandsparadox
Radioballett
photo: Anja Schneider
Equipped with wireless headphones, the audience follows a choreographed audio tour comprising voice, sound and instructions. By moving together, social inequality becomes a physical experience: Germany is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, yet poverty, unequal opportunities and invisible privileges shape the everyday lives of many people. The performance, choreography and political reflection encourage the audience to rethink their own place in the world.
from and with
Marvin Bicko, Sebastian Slaby
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
14+
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Thu. 19.30Fri. 11.45Fri. 17.30Sat. 17.30Sun. 14.00
stage
5 | Vorplatz Theater
Körperfunkkollektiv
EinFlussreich
Radioballett
photo: Felix Konerding
Water connects everything and lies at the heart of a wide variety of interests. The radio ballet ‘EinFlussreich’ invites the audience to follow the water’s journey together, from the atmosphere right down to the ground. The group then splits into different roles: fish, factory workers and activists encounter one another along a river, which they use, alter and defend in very different ways. Who does the water belong to?
from and with
Marvin Bicko, Sebastian Slaby
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
8+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 17.30Fri. 20.30Sat. 14.00Sat. 21.00Sun. 12.30Sun. 17.30
stage
5 | Vorplatz Theater
Lange Leitung
Hörspiele
Turn the dial, pick up the phone, and dive into a world of stories. This audio station is a small, cosy oasis where you can pause, take a deep breath and recharge your batteries. ‘Lange Leitung’ is a little stop-off right in the heart of at.tension, where paths cross. The audio station is open round the clock. Please treat the installations with care.
shows
Thu. 11.00Fri. 11.00Sat. 11.00Sun. 11.00
stage
33 | Neben Tarmac
LÄRZATHLON
Der große Spendenlauf gegen Rechts
Spendenlauf
photo: Jasper Wessel
Put an end to right-wing autocrats, authoritarian capitalism and Merz’s meritocracy! The Lärzathlon sends a clear message against the shift to the right – togetherness instead of jostling, and a sense of purpose instead of competitive pressure. At this charity run in solidarity with the Polylux network, cheating is expressly permitted and mutual help is encouraged. Whether you tackle the full route (approx. 4 km) across the site or the shorter loop with a surprise: everyone can take part! And best of all: Kulturkosmos will double every donation. You can get your race buttons for €5 from the street vendors or at the ‘Leftomaten’.
duration
60 Min.
shows
Sat. 17.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
LeckiLeckiKolleki
LeckiLeckiLand
Lambe-Lambe-Theater
photo: Omayra Martinez Garzon
Come to ‘LeckiLeckiLand’ and experience entertainment to suit every taste. A flirty encounter in the Tunnel of Love? Wondrous illusions in the extravagant petting zoo? Thrills in the House of the Terribly Cheerful Clowns, or why not go all out with a game of chance? The Leipzig collective has dedicated itself to the art form of LambeLambe: miniature theatre boxes, each designed for a single person, offering a variety of short theatrical experiences.
from and with
Dana Ersing, Eva-Maria Schneider, Jonas Klinkenberg, Omayra Martinez Garzon, Teresa Stelzer
duration
10 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch, englisch, nonverbal
shows
Thu. 18.30Fri. 18.00Fri. 22.00Sat. 16.00Sat. 22.00Sun. 11.00
stage
3 | Neuland
Modenschauktion
Modenschauktion
Performance
shows
Sat. 16.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Mr. Image Theatre
BIG BUGS SHOW
Performance
“Do not panic! We have got everything under control!” Huge beetles are causing a stir and mass hysteria amongst the visitors. They seem to have grown to enormous sizes by feeding on food scraps from the food stalls and are scuttling across the festival site. A forester tries to bring the situation under control. A Kafkaesque parade that has already plunged a wide variety of festivals into utter chaos – with great success.
from and with
Mr.Image Theatre Troupe
duration
30 Min.
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Fri. 15.30Fri. 19.00Sat. 15.30Sat. 19.00Sun. 11.30Sun. 16.00
stage
8 | Seebühne
Neu/Preißler
Sag mal weinst du, oder ist das der Grillrauch? - Ein Wurstical in 3 Garzuständen
Theater / Performance
A grotesque live audio play with darkly comical songs about identity, belief, and the absurd ways we make sense of what we eat. Inside the fridge of an ordinary German snack bar, sausages, steaks and burger patties live in blissful denial: they have never been animals — they have always been meat! When a small Nuremberg sausage discovers the horrifying truth, the fridge splits into two camps. And suddely a pea-protein burger arrives…
from and with
Jan Preißler, Sofie Neu
duration
40 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 18.00Sat. 18.00
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Plazebo Kollektiv
Die Welt von Tante Moos
apokalyptischer Mikrokosmos
We are in the future. The apocalypse has devoured civilisation, digested it and spat out a new world in which nothing is as it once was. Only a few beings managed to hide away in the nooks and crannies of the old order – one of them is Aunt Moos. Visit her world and embark on a special adventure.
shows
Thu. 12.00
stage
4 | Neuland
POMMES SCHRANKE
Drag King Showdown
Who dips better? On stage tonight: Kevin Ketchup vs. Marvin Majo in an epic Drag King showdown. Under the sharp gaze of Shiri Shirin and Polly Pommes, a showdown of pumped-up masculinity meets juicy energy and leg hair.
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Sun. 14.30Sun. 16.00
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Pyromancer
Pyronautisches Observatorium
Pyro-Show
photo: Paloy Piedra
The pyromancer Eddie Egal invites you to take part in a special experiment. With exquisite cocktails, a small pool and the necessary thirst for discovery, he explores a fundamental question with his inquisitive audience: could water actually catch fire after all? This entertaining play on the elements defies logic and is a warm invitation to rethink the impossible.
from and with
Eddie Egal, Melle Methanol
duration
15 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 20.30Thu. 21.30Fri. 19.30Fri. 20.30Fri. 21.30Fri. 23.30Sat. 20.00Sat. 21.00Sat. 22.00Sat. 23.59Sun. 20.00Sun. 21.00
stage
23 | Vor Rosa Platz
Quanta Qualia
Performance
Quanta Qualia transforms sound, dance, light, and objects into a futuristic improvisational ritual. Siet Phorae and Reverendo 23 create an ever-changing interplay of bodies, voices, sounds, and handmade costumes - somewhere between science fiction, performance art, and sound art.
shows
Fri. 02.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Serigraphic Circus & Friends
Live Siebdruck
Siebdruck
photo: Serigrafic Circus
Bring along your favourite clothes and treat yourself to a fresh screen print for free! Add this year’s at.tension logo to your clothes in your absolute favourite colour, or choose from the lovely designs by the Bremen collective. Bring your T-shirts, jumpers or bags, and something to keep you cosy whilst queuing – Serigraphic Circus & Friends will provide the bright colours
shows
Thu. 18.00Fri. 14.00Sat. 14.00Sun. 12.00
stage
29 | Sonnendeck
Slugmotel
Schnecken-Immersion
Everyone is welcome at the ‘Slug Motel’ – yet the monster attracts a very specific sort of person. The slowly growing creature opens its mouth to strangers. It’s a place where you can crawl inside, lie down and linger. Like an old skin, you’ll leave it behind you when you’re done.
Spielewald
Zocken im Wald
+++Signalling interference on the Ü30 line+++ During a major event, there are sporadic train cancellations at Spielewald station. This is due to a signalling interference caused by unauthorised feet on the tracks. Delays of up to 4 days are to be expected. Please do not panic and make the most of the nearby attractions between 11.00 and 22.00.
shows
Thu. 11.00Fri. 11.00Sat. 11.00Sun. 11.00
stage
16 | Beim Querfeld
Théâtre Gudule
La Frittata
Walkact
photo: M. Pelamatti
Warning! A hen and an egg have escaped from the neighbouring henhouse and are now roaming the festival grounds in search of new encounters. They inspect, peck, scratch and cluck melodiously. They subtly draw our attention to our hectic everyday lives. Trapped in their own little vicious circle of life, they too do not know where they are going, where they come from, or which came first – the hen or the egg.
from and with
Marta Pelamatti, Mehdi Pinget
duration
30 Min.
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 18.00Sat. 12.00
stage
3 | Neuland
The Losers Arcade
Interaktive Spielhalle
photo: The Losers Arcade
Welcome to the big, happy family of all the losers! ‘The Losers Arcade’ is back, celebrating everyone who does not take themselves too seriously. With gripping games, blindfolded races, karaoke, cabaret and the legendary Dry Aquafit session. Forget the dog-eat-dog mentality – because whilst winners stand alone at the top, losers throw the best party together. All ages by day, adult only after 9 pm.
from and with
International Losers
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 17.30Thu. 21.30Fri. 15.30Fri. 19.00Fri. 22.30Sat. 14.00Sat. 18.00Sat. 23.30Sun. 14.00Sun. 18.30Sun. 22.00
stage
28 | Sonnendeck
The Miraculous Theatre Company
The Lil’ Trailer of Horrors
Theater / Sideshow
photo: Barnaby Gibbons
In a trailer, you will meet two characters from the southern states of the USA who are tracing their ancestors’ footsteps in Europe. To showcase his daughter Stacey’s extraordinary telepathic powers, Bub has even given up his alligator farm. As soon as you step inside the caravan, you’ll find yourself right in the middle of the Louisiana swamps. Get ready for some terrifying moments and heart-pounding thrills!
from and with
Barnaby Gibbons, Gaffy Gaffiero, Polo Laurient, Stephan Marin
minimum age
12+
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 21.00Fri. 17.00Fri. 21.00Sat. 17.00Sat. 21.00
stage
8 | Seebühne
Tiny Travel Company
Orient Espresso
Schmalspurspektakel
photo: Patrick Folkerts
Book a ticket to the past and experience the true romance of the railway! The Tiny Travel Company takes you on a nostalgic journey through time and a thrilling short ride on the miniature railway. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a piece of homemade pastry in the dining car, or take in the wonderful views from the Ostpol in first class. The team at the ‘Orient Espresso’ wishes you a pleasant journey. All aboard, please!
from and with
Patrick Folkerts
minimum age
3+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 11.00Sat. 11.00Sun. 11.00
stage
41 | Ostpol
Vivienne Lovecraft, Lana Labia & Melissa Lee
Dragons, Dungeons & Drag. The Tavern Tales
Performance
Welcome to the ‘Cobbleward Inn’! Dungeon Mistress Vivienne Lovecraft invites you to a queer fantasy adventure featuring storytelling, dice rolls, and a pop quiz. Together with three drag artists, you’ll defend the tavern against the city guard. Become hero for a night!
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
12+
language
englisch
shows
Fri. 20.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
volDaan Theater
FLY
Theater / Sideshow
This dizzying space odyssey begins with a bowl of soup and hurtles straight into the unknown. Whilst in orbit, an out-of-control vacuum cleaner, a cameraman and a musician cross paths. In their multimedia mini-performance, the action can be followed from every angle. Scenes are filmed, edited and projected live. No repeats. No filters. Just a brief escape into the universe.
from and with
Daan Mathot, Tommie Freke, Vincent de Rooij
duration
15 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 15.00Thu. 15.30Thu. 16.00Thu. 16.30Thu. 19.00Thu. 19.30Fri. 13.00Fri. 13.30Fri. 14.00Fri. 14.30Fri. 19.00Fri. 19.30Sat. 12.00Sat. 12.30Sat. 13.00Sat. 13.30Sat. 18.30Sat. 19.00Sat. 19.30Sun. 10.00Sun. 10.30Sun. 11.00Sun. 11.30Sun. 18.00Sun. 18.30Sun. 19.00
stage
14 | Am Phi
Children's Programme
A.vontura Silent Disco Theater
Fantasietier
Interaktive Performance
photo: A.Vontura
Fantasy creatures have become rare these days – but that is all about to change! Equipped with headphones, you will head out into the great outdoors to track down your very own fabulous creature. Does it have wings, sharp spines or a shimmering rainbow coat? Daniel van den Broeke has created an interactive experience for children and their parents. On Saturday at 12.30 pm, the performance will take place once only in English.
from and with
Daniel van den Broeke
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Fri. 11.00Fri. 12.30Fri. 14.00Sat. 10.30Sat. 12.30Sat. 14.00Sun. 10.00Sun. 12.00Sun. 14.00
stage
6 | Am Showertower
Benjamin Tienti
Wer schnappt Ronaldo
Bilderbuchkino
photo: David Balzer
Nivin and Linus dream of making a fortune: Nivin needs the money for a room of her own, as she lives with her family in a flat that is far too small. Linus actually already has everything, but dreams of a real pony. When the two of them spot wanted posters for a runaway chameleon offering a hefty reward, they realise they must find the animal in Berlin’s urban jungle – and to do so, they will need to work together.
from and with
Benjamin Tienti
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
8+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 17.30
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Chihiros Reise ins Zauberland
Kino
Japan 2001, director: Hayao Miyazaki // Chihiro and her parents move to a town near Tokyo. On the journey there, the family finds themselves in a strange world. Chihiro’s parents suddenly transform in this strange, eerie place.
duration
125 Min.
shows
Sat. 13.30
stage
E | Kino
Das wandelnde Schloss
Kino
Japan 2004, director: Hayao Miyazaki // An evil witch transforms a young hat-maker into an old woman, who sets out on a solitary journey to avert her fate – imaginative, intricately drawn, with a touching story.
duration
117 Min.
shows
Fri. 13.00
stage
E | Kino
D!E GÄNG
Konzert
D!E GÄNG gets kids and adults dancing together: cheeky stories, animal adventures, and tongue-in-cheek lyrics meet ska, rocksteady, and earthy reggae. A concert for all ages that’ll have you laughing, singing along, and shaking your booty!
duration
60 Min.
shows
Sat. 17.00
stage
25 | Tanzworkshop
DerDieDas Sammy
Konzert
photo: DerDieDasSammy
DerDieDasSammy invites kids to dream, sing, and join in! Humorous songs about treehouses, castles in the air made of cotton candy, and the little wonders of imagination bring movement, fun, and good cheer for the whole family.
duration
60 Min.
shows
Sat. 16.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Die Schatzsuche im Blaumeisental
Kino
F 2025, director: Antoine Lanciaux // Lucie travels to the countryside and experiences an exciting summer full of adventures in this beautiful stop-motion animation.
duration
77 Min.
shows
Fri. 11.30
stage
E | Kino
Die Winzlinge - Operation Zuckerdose
Kino
F, BE 2013, director: Thomas Szabo and Hélène Giraud // In a beautiful valley, lots of tiny creatures live peacefully together until one day a black ant discovers a fabulous treasure: a forgotten sugar bowl.
duration
88 Min.
shows
Fri. 10.00
stage
E | Kino
Diskodings & Bewegungsspaß
Nina & Emma
Workshop
Turn on the music and off we go! Together we dance, move to the music and play various guided dance, movement and group games. The focus is on having fun, trying things out together and joining in.
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 18.00Fri. 18.00Sat. 18.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Felix&Felix
Pyrotechnische Früherziehung
Workshop
Where does the journey of fire begin? And how does it paint shapes and colours across the sky? Together, we’ll explore how we went from the very first flame to fireworks. How they work, why they’re so magical, and how danger and fascination go hand in hand. Risks and side effects: No more fear on New Year’s Eve! For a maximum of 20 young people aged between 10 and 14. Register at the Infopoint. The exact meeting point will be announced upon registration.
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
10+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 19.15Sat. 19.45
stage
36 | Turmbühne
Fun Run
Fun Run
Workshop
A simple, fun running session for children aged 6 and over, teenagers and adults – with Philipp. We walk as a group through the local area for about an hour at a moderate pace. The person at the front changes regularly: everyone gets a turn at being number one and gets to demonstrate movements or simple exercises. Trees, benches and other features along the way are incorporated in a playful way. In the end, we arrive back at the starting point. The intensity is like a gentle jog, with short breaks for the exercises. Please feel free to come in sportswear or everyday clothes, wearing sturdy shoes or trainers. No sandals, flip-flops, boots or bare feet. Children aged 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
from and with
Philipp
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
6+
shows
Sat. 11.00Sun. 11.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Johanna Lindemann
Oma teilen
Bilderbuchkino
photo: Johanna Lindemann
Anna does not like sharing – and certainly not her own Granny! But when her cousin Tarek suddenly turns up at the door wanting exactly the same thing, the two of them hatch a bizarre plan: Granny is promptly split fairly in half. However, everyday life with their halved grandmother soon goes haywire. A humorous story about sharing and the realisation that everything’s much more fun together.
from and with
Johanna Lindemann
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
3+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 09.00
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Johanna Lindemann
Die Hochhausdetektive
Bilderbuchkino
photo: Johanna Lindemann
On the roof of their high-rise block, Anton, Isha and Mesut secretly set up a detective agency – and before they know it, they are caught up in their first mysterious case. During this interactive crime reading, you will become detectives yourselves: together, you will gather clues, investigate suspects and try to solve the mystery. An exciting, interactive reading session full of humour and real detective work.
from and with
Johanna Lindemann
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 10.30
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Johanna Lindemann
Die Dino Detektive
Bilderbuchkino
photo: Johanna Lindemann
Who bit Puertasaurus on the bum? A tricky case for Byro, the cleverest dinosaur of the Cretaceous period. But Byro can only solve his latest case with the help of a loyal friend – because it is much easier to investigate when you work together. Get ready for a funny and action-packed detective story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. In the end, you decide for yourselves whether this prehistoric read-aloud adventure, complete with extras, will continue.
from and with
Johanna Lindemann
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
3+
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 11.30
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Johanna Lindemann
Warum die Bremer Stadtmusikanten nie in Bremen ankamen
Bilderbuchkino
photo: Johanna Lindemann
What actually happened in the robbers’ house after the robbers had disappeared? Anyone who wants to know why the Bremen Town Musicians never arrived in Bremen will find a wonderfully whimsical answer in Johanna Lindemann’s telling. With wit, pace and opportunities for the audience to join in, she turns the Brothers Grimm’s famous fairy tale on its head. A captivating and heart-warming fairy-tale session full of surprising twists.
from and with
Johanna Lindemann
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 13.00
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Kapsel Cross Parkour
Kapsel Cross- Tunier
Workshop
shows
Fri. 16.00Sat. 10.01
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Kapsel Cross Parkour
Kapsel Cross - Tunier
Workshop
shows
Sat. 16.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Kikis kleiner Lieferservice
Kino
Japan 1989, director: Hayao Miyazaki // The young witch Kiki leaves her family and friends to perfect her witchcraft in a strange town, as tradition demands of all young witches.
duration
102 Min.
minimum age
5+
shows
Sat. 10.00
stage
E | Kino
Kinderbuchlesung: „Und plötzlich kann ich fliegen“
Kinderbuchlesung: „Und plötzlich kann ich fliegen“
Lesung
Premiere at at.tension: Philipp, co-founder of Mentor Verlag, reads from the new third volume of the children’s book series *The Mindful Tiger* by Max & Niclas, illustrated by Ekaterina Savic. The tiger and his friends change their perspective and discover the world anew. A playful story about empathy, mindfulness, openness and the question of just how enriching it can be to see the world through the eyes of others.
from and with
Philipp Scharf
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
3+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 16.00Sat. 16.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Kinderkino
Kino
Children’s film – recommended for ages 8 and over.
duration
85 Min.
shows
Sat. 12.00
stage
E | Kino
KinderKino
Kino
Children’s film – recommended for ages 10 and over
duration
75 Min.
shows
Sun. 13.30
stage
E | Kino
KunstHänger
Fantasiewerkstatt
Kunst zum Mitmachen
Come and have a go at this open, hands-on space. An old market trailer has been converted into a mobile art workshop, inviting you to invent and create together. Using cardboard, paints and natural materials, you can bring your own imaginary characters to life here and tell their stories. Through a playful combination of painting, crafting and building, a vibrant space for creativity is brought to life here.
from and with
Alina Wander, Caroline Koch, Joana Lieball, Laura Schumann, Lasse Pook, Simon Wander, Wiebke Seifarth
shows
Thu. 15.00Fri. 12.00Sat. 10.00Sun. 10.00
stage
34 | Hinter der Datscha
Magic Box
Magic Box
Interaktive Performance
You sit down in front of a mysteriously colourful box and strike up a conversation with it. Who is inside remains a secret for now. As you talk, something very special takes shape inside – and at the end, your very own portrait appears through a small slit.
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 16.00Fri. 10.30Fri. 15.00Sat. 10.30Sat. 15.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Action Painting
Make! Action Painting
Workshop
shows
Sat. 10.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Action Painting
Make! Action Painting- Kunst teilen
Workshop
This is where colour becomes an experience! Together, we create three large canvases using paint, water pistols, giant brushes, patterned rollers and unusual tools such as toilet brushes. Anything goes: splashing, rolling, brushing – and simply experimenting to see what colour can do on the canvas. The result is a large collaborative artwork in which all the children take part. At the end, the painted fabric is taken off the canvases – and everyone can take their own piece of the artwork home with them.
duration
180 Min.
minimum age
2+
language
englisch und deutsch
shows
Fri. 10.00Sat. 10.00Sat. 14.30Sun. 10.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Basteln, Malen, Schneiden
Make! Basteln, Malen, Schneiden
Workshop
During the opening hours of the Kinderspace, there are new, easy-to-follow creative activities every day. The materials and small projects change regularly – so you can do crafts, paint, cut out shapes and bring your own ideas to life.
duration
240 Min.
minimum age
2+
language
englisch und deutsch
shows
Thu. 15.00Fri. 10.00Sat. 09.59Sun. 10.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Nägel bemalen
Make! Nägel bemalen
Workshop
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
2+
language
englisch und deutsch
shows
Thu. 17.01Fri. 17.01Sat. 17.01
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Riesenblasen
Make! Riesenseifenblasen
Workshop
duration
60 Min.
language
englisch und deutsch
shows
Thu. 16.59Fri. 16.59Sat. 16.59
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Schminken
Make! Schminken
Workshop
Children do their own face painting. Here, you get to decide for yourself how you want to look! Colourful, wild, sparkly, funny or really simple – there is no right or wrong. We will be there to support you if you need help, but you decide for yourself which colours to use, what goes on your face and when your artwork is finished. Your face. Your colours. Your idea.
duration
90 min
minimum age
2+
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 16.00Fri. 10.30Fri. 16.30Sat. 10.30Sat. 16.30Sun. 10.30
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Schnitzen
Make! Schnitzen
Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn, step by step, how to use a carving knife safely and what to bear in mind whilst doing so. Afterwards, we will work together to shape pieces of wood and carve small objects from them.
duration
180 Min.
minimum age
7+
language
englisch und deutsch
shows
Sat. 11.00Sun. 11.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Siebdruck
Make! Siebdruck
Workshop
duration
240 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 14.00Fri. 14.00Sat. 14.00Sun. 12.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Make! Ton formen
Make! Ton formen
Workshop
Small figures, shapes and imaginative objects are created from self-drying clay. Katrin and Kiran will guide you as you experiment, knead and create. Your creations can then simply be left to air-dry and taken home with you.
duration
240 Min.
minimum age
2+
language
englisch und deutsch
shows
Thu. 10.30Fri. 10.30Sat. 10.30
stage
22 | Kidsspace
MaryLove - Der Zauberlehrling
Kindertheater
Mary, the magic assistant, is tired of waiting for her boss, Zaubo! Without further ado, she takes the magic wand into her own hands. Together with the children, she works her magic, dances and performs clowning acts her way through a colourful show – featuring floral magic, a rabbit trick and a few small pyrotechnic effects.
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 15.00Sat. 13.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
Mein Nachbar Totoro
Kino
Japan 1988, director: Hayao Miyazaki // Little Mei and her sister Satsuki move to the countryside and embark on a journey of discovery into an unknown world inhabited by fantastical creatures.
duration
87 Min.
minimum age
5+
shows
Sun. 10.00
stage
E | Kino
Nausicäa - Aus dem Tal der Winde
Kino
Japan 1984, director: Hayao Miyazaki // Giant insects live in forests of poisonous mushrooms. The protected Valley of the Wind is one of the few places of refuge for humans. The brave, battle-hardened Princess Nausicaä also lives there.
duration
117 Min.
shows
Sun. 11.30
stage
E | Kino
Nimú Theatre
Einfach Weggehängt
Kindertheater
The days pass agonisingly slowly in the opera house’s cellar, where well-worn costumes have been gathering dust on coat racks for decades. Pepita Jimenez is the breathtaking, sparkling and slightly arrogant dress of a famous opera singer, whilst Otto is the tattered and extravagant suit of a clown. They hang there patiently, until one day… With plenty of humour and a dancer’s lightness, the Nimú Theatre tells the story of the magical life the costumes lead of their own accord. It is a play about trust, friendship and dreams that can come true, as well as about the courage to overcome fears and live in the here and now, where the journey is the destination.
from and with
Irene Fas Fita, Florian Mönks und Johannes Stubenvoll
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
4+
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 12.00
stage
22 | Kidsspace
O-Team
Woanders
Objekttheater
photo: Markus Niesser
Where do those big garbage trucks actually take our rubbish? The answer is top secret and must not be revealed. Because ELSEWHERE, the rubbish creatures come to life! A giant cleaning sponge, loads of magical slime and a curious vacuum cleaner are up to no good there. The O-Team offers an exclusive glimpse into this hidden world – without words, but with colourful object theatre that lies somewhere between DIY recycling and anarchism.
from and with
Antje Töpfer, Antonia Beermann, Christoph Mäcki Hamann, Christoph Paper Blattmacher, Josef Mayerhofer, Kathrin Stärk, Lisa Ticar, Markus Niessner, Nina Malotta, Samuel Hof
duration
50 Min.
minimum age
5+
language
nonverbal
shows
Fri. 11.00Sat. 14.30Sat. 18.00Sun. 14.30
stage
G | Theater
Stark aufwachsen – Geschlechtersensibel, solidarisch und selbstbewusst
Workshop
How can children discover their strengths and confidently forge their own path? In this interactive workshop, children playfully explore their “magical powers.” Adults reflect on how they can empower children. For children ages 5 and up, caregivers, and anyone interested.
from and with
@zend Lübeck!
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
5+
shows
Fri. 16.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Theater Kuckucksheim
Tanz der Tiere
Figurentheater
photo: Frederik Seeberger
One day, a fox, a hare, a raccoon and a squirrel find an old car wreck in their forest. This sky-blue Trabi suddenly turns the lives of the four unlikely friends upside down. When the wolf and a little man in the moon turn up too, a madcap adventure begins. Through acting and music, this puppet show explores the theme of coexistence and the rapid changes taking place on this planet, which are also presenting the animal world with new challenges.
from and with
Anna Wagner-Fregin, Benjamin Seeberger, Daniel Wagner, Dorothee Löffler, Frederik Seeberger, Marie Wagner, Nando Seeberger, Stefan Kügel
duration
50 Min.
minimum age
5+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 18.00Fri. 10.00Sat. 17.00Sat. 19.30Sun. 10.00
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Theater Zeppelin Ensemble
Drei dicke Freunde
Kindertheater
photo: Theater Zeppelin Ensemble
CANCELED DUE TO ILLNESS As the three friends – Elephant, Bear and Walrus – squeeze into the little train to go into town, the engine driver already senses the chaos that is about to unfold. But the real disaster is triggered by a tiny little bee: it flies straight into Mrs Elephant’s trunk, a massive sneeze rings out – and the train derails. A whirlwind of a play about friendship and the huge chain reactions caused by the smallest of things. Afterwards, Theater Zeppelin invites you to join in the fun.
from and with
Aaron Schridde, Felicia Grau, Lennard Crowel
duration
45 Min.
minimum age
3+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 10.00
stage
44 | Am See
Theater Zitadelle Puppet Company
Bei Vollmond spricht man nicht
Figurentheater
“Do not do this, do not do that!” – Princess Lora is thoroughly fed up with her father’s endless rules. Whilst the king is far too busy ruling to notice his daughter’s needs, Lora decides on the spur of the moment to break free from the confines of the castle walls. An exciting journey begins through a fairy-tale land populated by dwarves, a witch and all manner of other creatures. Lora also meets a prince, and in the end, a father gets to meet his daughter.
from and with
Anna Wagner-Fregin, Daniel Wagner, Mechtild Nienaber, Ralf Wagner
duration
50 Min.
minimum age
5+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 14.00Fri. 16.00Sat. 13.00Sat. 15.00Sun. 15.00
stage
Y | Triebwerke
Théâtre Gudule
Santa Pulcinella
Figurentheater
photo: Vincent Van Utterbeeck
After centuries of laughter and open brawls in market squares, he is back: Pulcinella! He has had enough of being pushed about and, to the delight of young and old alike, brings out the big guns. A chain of unpredictable mishaps and a breakneck chase ensue. Théâtre Gudule brings this notorious figure from folk tradition back to life in an anarchic show – as funny, absurd and macabre as ever.
from and with
Marta Pelamatti, Mehdi Pinget
duration
30 Min.
minimum age
6+
language
nonverbal
shows
Thu. 18.00Fri. 12.30Fri. 14.30Sat. 15.30Sat. 17.30Sun. 12.30
stage
H | Neuland
Music Programme
Adelita
Konzert
shows
Fri. 17.00Sun. 20.00
stage
F| Lighthouse
AFAR
Konzert
AFAR aims to bridge the gap between nature and industry and explore the paradox between the organic and the electronic. Sometimes they create danceable rhythms with haunting vocal passages; other times, they craft atmospheric soundscapes from a wealth of instruments.
shows
Fri. 00.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Aggregat
Konzert
Aggregat blends minimal, techno, and big beat into driving dance music. Experimental sounds, avant-garde elements, and hypnotic grooves come together to create a unique, modern live sound that transcends pop clichés.
shows
Thu. 22.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Anja Tomschitz
DJ
photo: Ole Kracht
Anja Tomschitz discovered electronic music on the dance floor and took to the DJ booth herself about five years ago. Her sets combine emotional depth with driving energy. As a psychologist and DJ, she is also committed to promoting young talent in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania through workshops.
shows
Sun. 02.00
stage
25 | Tanzworkshop
Anselmus
DJ
DJ and Producer, technic for light and DIY stuff 🫰🏻
shows
Sun. 21.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Avi Schneider Quartet
Konzert
Avi Schneider blends violin, jazz, and global musical traditions with imagined folklore. Double bass, piano, and drums meet synthesizers—playful, unpredictable, and approachable.
shows
Thu. 21.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Bamela Paywatch
DJ
Bamela Paywatch are your lifeguards on the dance floor. Rooted in self-organized underground communities in Berlin, they deliver a bassheavy electronic sound - strongly influenced by perreo, baile funk, speed dembow, bubbling and breaks. They create a powerful dancefloor that assures: females* to the front!
shows
Sat. 02.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
barbara hofmann & sk.mize
DJ
Barbara Hofmann: Pop was maybe the first strong influence that later driftet into punk and hardcore. The anarchic moment of straight repetitive drums were probably the initial moment to trigger her passion for house and techno which hasn´t stopped till today. sk.mize was born near Rostock and started vinylmixing in 2005. Some know her as deep dark techno-dj at the legendary homoelektrik-parties in and around Leipzig, mikrodisko-events like Tuntenhaushoffest or HOTCLUB Zürich.
shows
Sun. 18.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Baywatch
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/user-152474907
shows
Sun. 13.00Sun. 15.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Black Bordello
Konzert
photo: Susu Laroche
Black Bordello, from South London, blend opera, art rock, and macabre humor with post-punk, jazz, psychedelic, gothic, and chamber pop. On their third album, their kaleidoscopic soundscape meets trip-hop and industrial. A charismatic, dark live show featuring Sienna Bordello’s expressive voice.
shows
Sat. 22.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
BUSH.IDA
Konzert
Bush.ida blends driving beats with indie, pop, and electronic influences. With eloquent and radically tender lyrics, this queer rap challenges patriarchal structures - in an intense, multifaceted, and physical way. Burn down the old, let the new grow!
shows
Sun. 01.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Captain of None
DJ
photo: https://i1.sndcdn.com/avatars-teKpPieCvYhg8PBU-e94fVg-t500x500.jpg
Captain of None blends electronic music and downtempo with hypnotic rhythms, ambient, dub, and dreamy soundscapes. Experimental textures create a meditative journey.
shows
Sat. 17.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Coco Calypso
DJ
Coco Calypso is a DJ, vocalist and producer from Berlin. She is one of the rare Caribbean voices in Germany’s music scene – and one of the first to bring bouyon to a German-speaking audience. Her high impact underground sets merge Afro Caribbean and Latin rhythms with bass-heavy club music, gritty electronics, R&B, rap and UK soundsystem culture. With roots in Martinique and a childhood shaped between Berlin, Paris and London, her musical language is steeped in diasporic energy and inspired by carnival tradition. She incorporates live performances of her own songs, alongside selections of sweat soaked anthems and percussive pressure, creating a sound both sensual and confrontational.
shows
Sun. 02.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Coni & Janna
Konzert
Crille & Tamalt
DJ
Crille & Tamalt are known for their energetic sets, ranging from hidden gems to simple and fun party tunes - combining both oldschool and modern vibes through a variety of influences.
shows
Fri. 22.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Cynthia Matisse
DJ
photo: https://nightlifetokyo.com/ja/tokyo/djs/cynthiamatisse
Cynthia Matisse is a DJ based in Weimar, Germany and part of the FLINTA collective METAWARE.
shows
Sun. 16.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Das Günther
Konzert
photo: Isabel Reda
Between sequins and protest: Das Günther from Hanover transforms the dance floor and the deep sea into an anarchic stage spectacle. With drums, bass, synth, and vocals, techno meets carnival, clown meets diva - impulsive, improvised, and critical of patriarchy.
shows
Fri. 21.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Detox Dan
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/katerkaries
Trippy and dark progressive Trance and Techno
shows
Mon. 01.30
stage
Z | Cabaret
Die Technomaschine
Konzert
The Technomaschine is an intuitive, collaborative instrument that is always accessible and ready to play for anyone in the entrance area of the Kutter. During this slot, it is plugged into the sound system once and turned up loud.
shows
Thu. 18.00Sat. 00.00
stage
F| Lighthouse
Die Verwaltung
Konzert
shows
Thu. 19.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Digger Barnes
Konzert
Digger Barnes takes the audience on a nighttime road trip: dusty highways, flickering neon lights, and songs that oscillate between melancholy and wanderlust. Performing solo and acoustically, he sings of new beginnings, loneliness, and vast open spaces.
shows
Thu. 20.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
DJ Super Rush b2b kimchi cora
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/kimchi-cora/dj-super-rush-b2b-kimchi-cora
shows
Sun. 03.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Doppelstunde Sport
DJ
Doppelstunde Sport combines heavy grimey bass & breakbeats with booty shake & sweaty playfulness.
shows
Sat. 01.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Electric Deli
Konzert
shows
Fri. 18.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Eliza Minelli
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/elizaminelli
DJ with big love for warm music with funky basslines.
shows
Thu. 23.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
face*
DJ
shows
Sat. 04.00
stage
I | Tresörchen
Fernet Flex
DJ
fernet flex is a queer feminist dj duo from Hamburg. They play through breaks, bass, bailefunk and latin trance. Their sound is maximalist, genre fluid and in all tracks at least one flinta* person is creatively involved.
shows
Sat. 03.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Fletchy Boy
Live-Act
Fletchy Boy is a Berlin-based artist from New Zealand whose sound blends live vocals, piano, and emotionally driven house music into a distinctive fusion of live performance and club culture. Creating moments that balance introspection with euphoria, his performances sit somewhere between a live concert, DJ set, and emotional release.
shows
Fri. 01.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Gîn Bali
DJ
Gîn Bali is a Kurdish-German guitarist, music educator, event organizer, DJ, community builder, and producer. With a background in classical guitar and influences from RnB, Hip-Hop, and Rock, she seamlessly blend various genres in her Djsets. Her sound ranges from Global Bass/Dubstep, Leftfield club, Jungle to South American techno and industrial. She also organizes events like YAYAcc at JAKI in Cologne, serves as a board member of YAYA e.V., and works as a composer for the theatre.
shows
Sat. 02.30
stage
L | Salon de Baile
High Horse
DJ
Private Listening Session for Outergalatic Snail Dancers.
shows
Sun. 01.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Hinterlandgang
Konzert
Hinterlandgang from Demmin combine crisp rap with personal stories about friendship, everyday life, hope, and reality in Western Pomerania. Honest, sensitive, and positive—their music is empowering and, above all, a blast to experience live.
shows
Fri. 20.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
ISHA
Konzert
ISHA, a producer, singer, and bassist, blends soul and jazz with intimate moments of songwriting. Her debut album reveals a vulnerable, distinctive side—blending warm grooves, personal expression, and a modern sound.
shows
Sun. 20.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
John, Paul, George, Ringo & Richard
Konzert
photo: Zomber
Contemporary dance music for everyone who hates clubs, has given up, or is clinging to their own failure. John, Paul, Georg, Ringo, and Richard transform disgust, doubt, and melancholy into a rebellious reason to dance.
shows
Sat. 19.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Julián Mayorga
Konzert
With his ninth album, Julián Mayorga unleashes a feverish journey through post-cumbia psychedelia: edgy guitars, broken beats, found sounds, and frenzied incantations collide with an absurd, avant-garde sound.
shows
Fri. 23.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Katja Komorebi
DJ
Katja Komorebi has been a driving force in the underground scene for over two decades. Her sound blends raw, bass-driven energy with groovy, melodic elements, exploring the interplay of light and shadow — reminiscent of komorebi, the Japanese notion of sunlight filtering through trees.
shows
Sun. 23.30
stage
Z | Cabaret
Kenji Tanaka
Konzert
In my improvised live set, my random generators and I bounce ideas off each other. This approach allows carefully created elements to flow into endless new combinations. Themes suggested by the tools can be rejected or accepted, further processed and shaped. Everything is created in the moment. The result is deep techno that never stays in one place. Steady kicks, rolling bass, loopy vocals, deep chords, groovy atmos. Sometimes trippy and weird, sometimes minimal techno.
shows
Sat. 02.00
stage
I | Tresörchen
Kollektiv Eigenklang
Kollektiv eigenklang - Reise in die Utopie
Improvisationsbühne
photo: https://www.youtube.com/@kollektiveigenklang
Journey into Utopia is a roaring, trashtastic sound theatre adventure adrift somewhere between improv concert, collective madness, and honest social analysis — self-built, unrehearsed, pretty loud. With Kollektiv eigenklang as crew and you as passengers, the ship sets sail for a place that doesn't exist yet. Fair warning: this is no smooth sailing — expect turbulence, detours, and the occasional beautiful wreck.
shows
Sun. 16.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Krawalle & Liebe
DJ
dj & producer duo from berlin. at their self-proclaimed genre feminist deep trash riot bounce swanky basslines meet tender obstinacy, irony meets sincerity, resistance meets ecstasy. an attempt to politicize joy with music, to set anger or tears in motion. because dancing can also be a form of rebellion. because riot has the potential to be a collective moment and because sometimes that's exactly what we need - a beat for the revolt that burns within us.
shows
Sun. 01.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Kulku
Konzert
photo: Tabita Hub
Kulku creates a raw, hypnotic experience that blends krautrock, ritual music, and no wave. Metal, wood, and voice merge into an organic soundscape: archaic, spiritual, and punk—a journey through light, shadow, and urban visions.
shows
Sun. 00.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
La Barbi B
Live-Act
La Barbi B blends rap and electro-punk with Latin American influences. Exploring themes of identity, migration, and memory, raw energy meets humor, anger, and vulnerability - physical, danceable, and intense.
shows
Sat. 23.40
stage
L | Salon de Baile
LAGERREGAL
Konzert
photo: https://soundcloud.com/lagerregal-27122000
Somewhere between energetic House music and classic Techno this living Anagram moves through experimental layers of music. Lagerregal sees itself as a symbiosis of electronic music and acoustic instruments, creating walls of sound around the audience, producing a space filled with interaction and spontaneity.
shows
Sat. 22.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
La Terrorista del Sabor
Live-Act
La Terrorista del Sabor blends cumbia, merengue, salsa, and vallenato with D&B, techno, punk, and reggaeton. The Colombian-Mexican project combines danceable beats with political wit and wild live energy.
shows
Fri. 21.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Laura Weider & Rumo
Konzert
Piano improvisation meets a blazing fireball: blues scales, Indian ragas, and Arabic maqams come together to create a musical journey full of warmth and intensity, interspersed with dream piano, enchanting melodies and hypnotic sounds. A wild, unpredictable dance with fire.
shows
Fri. 20.30Sat. 20.30
stage
20 | Tanzwüste
Liiek
Konzert
“Living in a Fiction” sounds like a nighttime stroll through the city: focused, groovy, and constantly on the move. Somewhere between a lunge and a long-distance run, an unconventional sound emerges, full of energy, lightness, and surprising twists.
shows
Sun. 18.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Lingua Erotica
Konzert
Lingua Erotica is the musical lovechild of Luna and Nero Erotica: seductive, atmospheric, and passionate. Amid velvet, wormwood, and incense, two outsiders follow the alluring call of their deepest longings.
language
englisch
shows
Thu. 23.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Lisa Uebel
Konzert
Lisa Uebel has been drumming, strumming, and experimenting since she was a child; today, in her live performances, she switches between electric guitar, electronic drum pads, and synthesizers, singing in a smoky, dark voice into the microphone - and sometimes letting out a loud scream. For the concert in the cave, she’s bringing brand-new songs that fall somewhere between NDW and darkwave.
shows
Fri. 21.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Lizzy and the Palm
Konzert
photo: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6U3QOaeRfbHucub2PAscJs
Heavily influenced by her Catholic French dancer mother and her American musical theatre composer father, Lizzy's music soars with the romantic yearning of timeless standards, classical music, and old Disney. These influences, combined with her years in Berlin's underground, have built a musical world unlike any other. A philosopher at heart, she fearlessly tackles the big questions of life with multiple instruments, languages, and genres, all the while delighting audiences with her contagious joy of singing.
shows
Sat. 19.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Lux Lauterwasser
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/lux_lauterwasser
shows
Sat. 20.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
MAIKA
Konzert
MAIKA blends ’80s synths, distinctive grooves, and poetic rawness into avant-pop that straddles jazz and experimental music. Anger and tenderness, sensuality and vulnerability come together in a powerful, genre-bending live show.
shows
Fri. 19.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Marco Baskind
Marco Baskind
DJ
shows
Sun. 06.00
stage
25 | Tanzworkshop
Marder.Beinhof
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/marderbeinhof
shows
Fri. 02.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Miau Sayonara
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/miau-sayonara
Miau Sayonara is a bass music DJ based in Berlin. She's part of non+ultras DJ collective and co-founder of bass focus in Leipzig. She'll let the bass take you on a journey through the genres.. Dubstep, Drum'n'Bass and Trap with traces of Reggaeton, HipHop and Speed Bass. Warm up your faces for bass face and get ready to shake that booty!
shows
Fri. 16.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
M.Rux
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/mrux
M.RUX - composer, producer and label co-founder of YNFND, weaves field recordings, tape ghosts, blues-tinged strings and slow, dream-bent electronics into a single warm shimmer of sound that feels intimate, timeless, and beautifully askew.
shows
Sat. 22.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Msafiri Zawose & Njambii
Konzert
photo: https://msafirizawose.bandcamp.com/
Msafiri Zawose & Njambii are musical collaborators bringing together Tanzanian Wagogo and Kenyan Kikuyu musical traditions. Msafiri is a Tanzanian multi-instrumentalist and vocalist working with instruments including the zeze, ilimba and traditional percussion, while Njambii is a Kenya-born, Germany-based vocalist and percussionist. Their live performance moves between traditional Wagogo songs and a hybrid set built from Msafiri’s existing repertoire. Live zeze, ilimba, vocals, bells and percussion are combined with electronic stems and rhythmic elements, while Njambii brings her Kikuyu vocal style and percussion into the performance. Their collaboration is the continuation for KUGO, an evolving artistic project exploring the musical dialogue between Wagogo and Kikuyu traditions through research, exchange, composition, studio work and live performance.
shows
Sat. 21.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Nick Hansen
DJ
shows
Fri. 03.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Nɨxe
DJ
Nɨxe is known for atmospheric downtempo sounds, elegant grooves, and hypnotic acid. Where pulse meets psychedelia, delicate soundscapes emerge that invite you to immerse yourself, move, and reflect.
shows
Fri. 01.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Oh No Noh
Oh No Noh - Konzert
Konzert
photo: Nikolas Kammerer
- Instrumental, Ambient, Indie, Kraut - Looking beyond the hidden, forming an orchestra out of everyday life. Finding the essence in the trivial, clarity in the complex, and poetry in simplicity. All of this is part of the goal, meaning, and character of Oh No Noh, the project by Markus Rom—a Leipzig-based guitarist, robot programmer, magnetic tape crumpler, and composer.
from and with
Oh No Noh
duration
60 Min.
shows
Thu. 20.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Otis Mensah
Konzert
Otis Mensah blends spoken word, experimental sounds, and abstract rap into a dreamlike soundscape. Drawing on themes of youth, heritage, and belonging, he creates poetic snapshots of memory, family, and the search for a home.
shows
Sat. 21.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Painting
Konzert
Painting blends punk energy, math rock, techno, free jazz, and powerful synths into an unpredictable sound. With “Snapshot Of Pure Attention,” the Berlin-based trio brings avant-garde, energy, and pure focus to the stage.
shows
Fri. 22.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Pavelo
DJ
photo: https://de.ra.co/dj/pavelopromillo
Pavelo brings emotions to the dance floor mixing cheesy tunes with wrathful bangers – always carefully selected and sporty.
shows
Thu. 21.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
PONY b2b AGILY
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/agilyagily/pony-fusionfestival2026
Berlin-based DJs AGILY and PONY, both with Iranian roots joining for this years At.Tension Festival and taking over beloved Räuber*innenhöhle. PONY has a passion for deep Oldschool Trance and energetic Acid Techno which meets AGILY's genre-fluid and forward-moving track selection of Acid House. Together, they move between the driving rhythms of ’90s Trance, Techno and Progressive House.
shows
Fri. 00.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
SADO OPERA
Konzert
SADO OPERA brings Berlin’s underground to the stage: live house music, sexuality and social absurdity merge in a high-energy queer performance where art meets the dancefloor.
shows
Sun. 22.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
SCHROTTI STAR ORCHESTER
Konzert
SCHROTTI STAR ORCHESTER reimagines indie anthems from the 2000s and current pop classics using children’s instruments, a home organ, and junkyard charm. Drawing inspiration from The Strokes, Casper, and Danger Dan, they cover songs, jam, and party without restraint.
shows
Thu. 19.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Screeni Moreeni & KaTink
DJ
°oOscreeni by screens to earsOo°
shows
Fri. 13.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
show kati
DJ
photo: https://soundcloud.com/show-kati?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv0
Genre? Egal. show kati spielt, was deinen Booty shaked. Juke, Dabke, Jersey Club, Mashups, Baile Funk, Bandari, Punjabi Edits. Bischt du dabei? 🍑
shows
Sat. 19.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Siba
Konzert
SIBA, a Berlin-based musician originally from Damascus, blends music and poetry into a powerful expression of lived reality. Navigating themes of love, sensitivity, and hope, she explores emotions as a source of strength in the pursuit of justice.
shows
Sat. 23.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Smoothin Groovin
Smoothin Groovin
DJ
TRU:L & Bogdan D. are Romanian DJs and promoters, based in Berlin, constantly bringing joy throughout their sets, which always feel caring and intimate. The Smoothin Groovin dances aim to be an alternative on universal dancing music, focusing on bridging different, lesser-known styles from around the world.
shows
Thu. 16.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Sonnenuntergang-Gang DJ
DJ
shows
Thu. 23.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Sonntagsbass
MetaMorph
Performance
"MetaMorph" is a surreal, psychedelic one-woman performance that intensely explores the themes of transformation and metamorphosis. The audience is taken on a dreamlike journey that illuminates deception and disillusionment, and liberation from the familiar. Through the use of physical theatre, (veil) dance, and mask theatre, the tension between extremes is vividly portrayed.
shows
Sun. 22.00
stage
I | Tresörchen
Sonntagsbass
UPROAR
DJ
glitchy bass hop / ukg / dubstep / jungle / drum n bass
shows
Sun. 22.30
stage
I | Tresörchen
Sonntagsbass
Antici
DJ
shows
Mon. 00.00
stage
I | Tresörchen
Sonntagsbass
Karl8 & Derrick
DJ
shows
Mon. 01.30
stage
I | Tresörchen
Tereza
DJ
Tereza is a German DJ, radio host and curator currently based in Berlin. She lives for the groovy, mostly up-lifting notions of underground dance music and, with her background as a hiphop dj, has a refreshing way of telling exciting and coherent stories through her dj sets. She loves good music of various genres and getting people's bodies moving - both Bandcamp nerds as well as ravers. She is a skilled and versatile DJ who can read a room and knows how to win a crowd over: she played at Horst Festival (Belgium), Jazz Re:Found (Italy), Meuh Festival (France) and has debuted at Suncebeat (Portugal) this year. You can find her on sophisticated electronic club and festival line-ups, your favourite jazz festival aftershow party, or at reputable radio stations such as The Lot (NYC), NTS (London), Kiosk Radio (Brussels) and Radio Raheem (Milan). Thanks to the Detroit-Berlin-Connection and their artist exchange program Tereza also spent two months in Detroit in 2022 where she got in touch with the flourishing local scene and had the chance to delve even more into the world of soulful electronic music.
shows
Fri. 18.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
The Door Next Girl
DJ
photo: A friend
TDNG curating a palette of sounds inspired by a wide spectrum of heavy synths, nostalgic dirt, Italo disco and old punk creatures, intertwining them together, creating a new kind of dance floor.
shows
Fri. 22.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
The Tarts
Konzert
photo: Polly Roche
The Tarts blend overdriven grooves, fuzz-laden guitars, and distorted electronics into a raw, unbridled rock ’n’ roll sound. Somewhere between The Stooges, Happy Mondays, and Psychic TV, psychedelic dance-floor hypnosis meets the raw power of a live rock show.
shows
Sun. 23.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Tilly Electronics
Konzert
Tilly Electronics celebrates Glitter Wave: synth-pop, NDW, disco, and Hi-NRG blend into an electrifying show. Theatrical vocals, high-energy sounds, and wild audience interaction turn every performance into a dance sensation.
shows
Sat. 23.30
stage
Z | Cabaret
Tobine
DJ
photo: https://on.soundcloud.com/OSKEy2p48YbNjzVF3S
Once the tobine is running it's running and running and running...
shows
Mon. 04.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Tropical Disco Hustle
DJ
photo: Linda Love
You never know where the next hustle comes from except when it’s time for some Tropical Disco Hustle. Heartwarming soul meets island funk & synthloaded disco, paired with a twist of calypso, a breeze of bouncy soca and a sweet chunk of lovers rock. Back to back, belly to belly.
shows
Fri. 00.30
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Überall Algen
Konzert
photo: https://ueberallalgen.bandcamp.com/album/algensnacks-demo
shows
Thu. 20.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
ultramorbidi
Konzert
Bremen-based duo Ultramorbidi summons the electronic beats of super soft cyberporn. Glitchy melodies embrace techno-eroticism mixed with a wannabe hackerx attitude. Hotkeys and Transginger battle their shyness to bring on a morbidly pleasurable show across the dark abyss of slimy pixel lust - diving into the rich histories of cyberfeminism.
shows
Sun. 00.00
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
vasil
Live-Act
Vasil blends hip-hop, storytelling, and attitude into a raw, direct sound. In “Krähen reden nicht,” the young rapper shares personal and relatable stories about her experiences, pain, and the desire for a better world.
shows
Sun. 00.20
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Wunky
Konzert
photo: Markus Lövkvist
WUNKY blends FM synthesis, drum machines, and left-field electronica into playful beats that combat the existential blues. Music for putting things off, zoning out, and letting loose.
shows
Sun. 20.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Yo Ky
DJ
We belong to music - no limit to genres.
shows
Fri. 19.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Yung Womb
DJ
yung_womb is a DJ, selector, and radio host based in Hamburg, known for her genre-bending style. As co-founder of the DJ network SLIC Unit and resident at Queerpool and Golden Pudel Club, she plays an integral role in enriching underground club culture. Her sets feature a vibrant mix of Latin club, Afro club, house, breakbeats, and U.S. club music, immersing audiences in the exhilarating and sweaty sounds of the diaspora. The infectious joy she brings to her performances is truly irresistible.
shows
Sat. 00.30
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Zaniah
DJ
From Latin Tech and Global Bass to Baile Funk, Guaracha, Vogue Beats and Kuduro, ZANIAH’s sets are all about movement, passion and connection. As a DJ, dancer, MC and co-founder of Hamburg’s Ballroom & Club collective MEOW MONDAYZ, she creates high-energy dance floor experiences inspired by Ballroom culture and the powerful relationship between music and movement.
shows
Sun. 04.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Zeralda
Konzert
Chanson, jazz, and classical music collide with grotesque, ecstatic beats. This staged concert explores the tension between destructive force and the longing for pleasure, abundance, and a deep connection to life. Wolke Milena Wilke (songwriting, voice, violin), Svetlana Marinchenko (keys), Matilde Squillante (bass), Philipp Kullen (drums)
shows
Sat. 20.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Cinema / Workshops / Readings
ADHS für alle?! Linke Perspektiven auf Hyperaktivität und Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit
Vortrag
More and more people are learning they have ADHD. But what’s behind the “hype” surrounding neurodiversity and the supposed “superpower”? Psychologist Theo Parker, diagnosed with ADHD himself, challenges common assumptions and offers a fresh perspective on symptoms, medication, and the longing for alternative ways of life.
from and with
Theo Parker
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 18.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Antonia Josefa
Schade, Herbert!
Lesung
photo: Michelle Jekel
How (un)likely is it that you, of all people, are here? What are you going to make of it? In her debut novel, "Schade, Herbert", Antonia Josefa asks uncomfortable questions, channels anger, and finds her own voice amid social criticism, humor, and hope. Spoken word meets music by Terry.
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 17.00
stage
C | Casino
A Soft Place to Land - for BIPoC only
Workshop
shows
Thu. 19.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Awarenessvernetzung
Workshop
This session is for networking and getting to know awareness workers at at.tension. Are you part of a collective, a group doing awareness work, or of the awareness crew at at.tension itself? Then come along!
from and with
AwA*
duration
90 Min.
language
englisch, deutsch
shows
Thu. 17.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
(Brett-)Spielenachmittag / Afternoon of Board Games
Workshop
Tired of parties and crowds? Come join us for the Workshophanger board game afternoon. We’ll have a selection of card and board games for small and large groups, and we’d love it if you brought your own games, too. Let’s play! For everyone!
from and with
Workshophangar Crew
duration
240 Min.
shows
Sun. 15.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Comicgeheimclub
Comicgeheimclub
Lesung
Five artists, five own worlds: Stop by the Secret Comic Club and immerse yourself in a captivating reading of comics projected onto the wall!
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 14.00
stage
C | Casino
Community Accountability und Transformative Justice als alternative Umgänge mit Gewalt
Vortrag
How can communities address violence without resorting to exclusion? We’ll introduce “transformative justice” and “community accountability,” including their principles and practices. Together, we’ll discuss opportunities, challenges, and ways to empower those affected and change harmful behavior.
from and with
NeMo – Netzwerk Moderation
duration
90
shows
Fri. 14.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
„Dance Out Loud“ - Unsere Militanz gegen ihre Militarisierung
„Dance Out Loud“ - Unsere Militanz gegen ihre Militarisierung
Workshop
In this workshop, we’ll explore—both intellectually and sensually—what current war rhetoric triggers within us, through queer-feminist movement practice. We’ll focus just as much on our own militancy—which stands in opposition to the increasing militarization of society—as we will on our own physicality, individual spaces of movement, and forms of resistant expression. EVERYONE is invited, with or without dance experience. It’s important to us that any physical contact that occurs while dancing is consensual.
from and with
Martina und Smilla
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 12.30
stage
B | Conti:nü
Die Lebensansichten eines Huhns
Kino
Germany, Greece, Hungary 2025, director: György Pálfi // A humorous and original autobiography of a hen who escapes from a battery farm and disrupts the lives of the people around her.
duration
97 Min.
shows
Fri. 21.00
stage
E | Kino
DIY Media Space & Mobile infoshop
Workshop
Especially in times of electoral successes by the AfD and FPÖ in German-speaking countries and a shift to the right, it is once again important to promote emancipatory and progressive ideas. The mobile information booth has been traveling to festivals for years and helps bring self-organized media and content to the world. At At.tension, there’s also the opportunity to become a media creator yourself—artistically, politically, and creatively. The results are then distributed right away! Let’s take action together against this crap! Workshops: Thursday, Sept. 3, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. DIY Sticker Workshop Friday, Sept. 4, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Zine-Making Workshop DIY Media Space & Mobile Info Center open: Thursday 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM / Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM DIY media and self-published works from around the world, emancipatory reading material from small publishers, posters, stickers—materials against patriarchy, capitalism, and racism, for a good life for everyone! What can we do about sexism? How can we take a subversive stand against the far right? How can we get involved in creative ways? You’ll find the answers here! Come by, share your thoughts—let’s work together to find strategies and methods to combat these terrible social trends.
duration
630 Min.
shows
Thu. 17.15Thu. 19.15Fri. 09.30Fri. 11.15Fri. 13.15Fri. 15.15Fri. 17.15Sat. 09.30Sat. 11.15Sat. 13.15Sat. 15.15Sat. 17.15Sun. 09.30Sun. 11.15Sun. 13.15Sun. 15.15Sun. 17.15
stage
A | Workshophangar
DIY Sticker Workshop
Workshop
At the DIY sticker workshop, you can design a simple sticker motif in black and white yourself and produce a small edition on site to take away with you.
duration
120 Min.
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Thu. 15.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Do You Love Me
Kino
F, LB, D, QA 2025, director: Lana Daher // Between war and pop music: Filled with melancholy and vivid memories, Lana Daher uses archive images and sounds to bring the soul of her homeland, Lebanon, to life.
duration
75 Min.
shows
Sun. 18.30
stage
E | Kino
Drag meets Democlown Action Workshop
Workshop
The Worshop is taking place in the Yurt next to the cabaret. Drag, clowning, anarchy! Slip into new roles, try on wigs, experiment with movements and makeup. Play with gender, norms, and identities—and head to the festival as a colorful crowd of drag clowns!
from and with
Otto Autobahn, Al Zuzu und HeddnHeddsn
duration
270 Min.
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Fri. 15.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Fallen Angels
Kino
Hong Kong 1995, director: Wong Kar-Wai // Interwoven crime stories set in Hong Kong at night at the end of the last century.
duration
96 Min.
shows
Thu. 23.59
stage
E | Kino
Fallen - mit Freundschaft zu Boden
Workshop
- walking, stumbling, FALLEN - we can barely walk a step without falling forwards. That's why we pay attention to the moment of uncontrolled weight shift. That's when we pause and explore the delicate moment of FALLEN. With the help of our bodies we are going to extend time and zoom into chained images of falling.
from and with
Secret Losers
duration
120 Min.
shows
Sat. 12.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Familienakrobatik
Workshop
This workshop is for children ages 5 and up accompanied by an adult. Together, participants will build partner acrobatic moves, do cartwheels, and try their first handstands. Movement games and animal movements are also part of the Family Acrobatics workshop.
from and with
Katharina
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 12.55Sat. 12.58
stage
A | Workshophangar
FragDenStaat
Informationsfreiheitsgesetz retten!
Vortrag
For 15 years, FragDenStaat has been making politics accountable and exposing scandals through the right to freedom of information. Now the federal government wants to weaken this right, making it more expensive, slower, and harder to access. A talk on the indispensable value of transparency for our democracy, featuring many practical tips and a focus on environmental issues.
from and with
Ida Westphal, Joschi Wolf
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 18.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Freund*innenschaften leben – auf der Suche nach queerfeministischen alternativen Lebensentwürfen
Workshop
How can we fulfill our needs for security and connection without relying (solely) on institutions such as (monogamous) romantic relationships, marriage, and the nuclear family? What role can friends play? What are the specific challenges for queer people? How can we strengthen, value, and make friendships more visible? We want to explore these questions together and seek out individual and collective answers.
from and with
Jo und Maral
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
18+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 10.00Sat. 10.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Gandahar
Kino
F 1987, director: René Laloux // Surreal sci-fi animation: For a long time, peace and harmony reigned in the highly technologically advanced Gandahar. The perfect utopia. But this idyll is threatened when a malevolent force emerges.
duration
87 Min.
shows
Sat. 23.00
stage
E | Kino
„Geschichte wird gemacht“ Produktion & Bloody Mary strikes back
ALLEIN MACHEN SIE DICH EIN
Musikalische Erzählung
A journey back in time to the early years of the East Berlin squatter movement: Five people and their friends navigate a turbulent period marked by dreams, struggles, conflicts, and communal living. The reading recounts the ups and downs of the struggle for housing. Following: a talk with the creators of the musical of the same name.
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 18.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Good Morning Dance Class
Workshop
In our contemporary Good Morning Dance Class, we awaken our bodies—with gentle bodywork, improvisation, and the joy of settling into movement. The focus is on curiosity, the joy of dancing, and a relaxed start to the festival day. Prerequisites: A love of movement and dance. Dance experience is welcome but not required. This workshop is for FLINTA* participants only.
from and with
Josefine und Olivia
duration
60 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 10.30Sat. 10.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Hanschitz & Beierer
still.interwoven
Workshop
photo: Jasper Wessel
Here, participants learn partnering, contact improvisation and basic Cyr wheel techniques. Dance and circus techniques merge in an open and playful practice that explores the relationship between people and objects. The workshop fosters body awareness, trust, creativity, and shared movement experiences. No prior experience in dance, circus arts, or the Cyr Wheel is required—just curiosity and a willingness to move together.
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
englisch
shows
Sat. 10.00Sun. 10.00
stage
2 | Am Weidendom
Hass - La Haine
Kino
F 1995, director: Mathieu Kassovitz // 24 hours in the lives of three lads from a Parisian suburb – a film that ticks like a time bomb!
duration
90 Min.
shows
Fri. 19.30
stage
E | Kino
Herrscher der Zeit
Kino
France, Switzerland, Germany, UK, Hungary 1981, director: René Laloux // A vibrant sci-fi animated film, illustrated by the comic artist Moebius, brimming with bizarre adventures and scenes
duration
78 Min.
shows
Fri. 23.00
stage
E | Kino
Hobbywursting
Workshop
Hobbyhorsing is so 2022, Hobbydogging is extra annoying because it's only filled with Thermomix-Tanjas on the field – that's why it's time for HOBBYWURST!NG now. Have you always wanted to take your favorite sausage for a walk? Whether it's Reudi Roquewurst, Mrs. Sausage or Mettina: All Chorizos Are Beautiful. But watch out, the leashes are tightening for the final Grand Final Contest. So put on some sturdy shoes and let’s head off to the ‘Build-your-own-Hobbywurst’ workshop, presented by the IG Hobbywursting Sachsen-Anhalt e.V.!
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 15.30
stage
10 | Hinter dem Salon
Im Frühling die Brücken - Erinnerungen aus Demmin + Q&A
Kino
D 2026, director: Sandra Grubert and Patrick Hinz // For decades, far-right extremists have been marching through the small town of Demmin on 8 May to commemorate the ‘victims of the Second World War’. A film about the past and present of spring in Demmin. About far-right extremists, mass suicides and democratic protest.
duration
53 Min.
shows
Sat. 15.45
stage
E | Kino
In die Sonne schauen
Kino
D 2025, director: Mascha Schilinski // Four women, four eras, one farmstead: a breathtakingly poetic film with extraordinary visual power and originality, depicting the realities of women’s lives in the countryside.
duration
150 Min.
shows
Sat. 18.45
stage
E | Kino
Interfilm - Shorts attack
Kontrollverlust
Kino
9 Shorts in 85 minutes – Original version with subtitles // With a touch of humour and a sharp eye, 9 cinematic incidents reveal society’s stumbles.
duration
85 Min.
shows
Thu. 19.00
stage
E | Kino
Journey to Dao - eine schamanische Meditation auf Kakao
Journey to Dao - eine schamanische Meditation auf Kakao
Workshop
Savoring high-quality Ritual Cocoa opens the heart. Accompanied by overtones, throat singing, and drum rhythms, we then leave behind the stagnation of everyday life and glide into a meditative state. Aware of our alpha waves, we surrender to the inner journey. The soul takes center stage. We are on the path... The Dao is the path, and every path is the Dao.
from and with
Damian
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 19.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Katharina Elsner
Beschimpft, beschämt und bloßgestellt
Lesung
photo: Stefanie Auer
What if school isn't a safe place? Journalist Katharina Elsner discusses violence and abuse of power by teachers. Research, case studies, and audio clips reveal what students experience and why looking the other way isn't the answer.
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 12.00
stage
C | Casino
"KI für Alle - KI-Fahndung, Massenüberwachung & präventive Kontrolle"
Workshop
With the revision of the ASOG in December 2025 (Berlin General Security and Public Order Act), police work is shifting noticeably from reactive law enforcement toward preventive monitoring and AI-supported mass surveillance. Accordingly, Berlin’s law enforcement agencies are now authorized to act even more aggressively and covertly, with greater powers overall, in more locations, and using new surveillance technologies. At the same time, the federal government plans to allow the police and the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) to cross-reference images and voices against the entire Internet. There are also plans to use dystopian programs such as Palantir and others, and to consolidate massive amounts of data for centralized analysis. All of this—and more—is set to become the new reality very soon. In this workshop, we want to provide information and discuss together: What do the new laws look like? What powers are being introduced? How do the technologies work (the basics)? What does this mean for us? And what can we do?
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
18+
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 17.00Sun. 14.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Kleine Stempelbilder
Kleine Stempelbilder
Workshop
Production of reusable stamps based on your own design. Depending on the ink used, these stamps can be used on textiles, paper, or surfaces such as wood. We offer on-site test printing on paper.
from and with
Inge und Andreas
duration
120 Min.
shows
Sat. 13.05
stage
A | Workshophangar
KÖRPER - ATEM - STIMME
Workshop
Strengthen your presence. Take up space. Unleash your voice. A workshop for FLINTA* individuals that helps you experience the connection between posture, breath, and voice—for greater presence, expression, and empowerment. Through practical exercises and insights into anatomical fundamentals, you’ll explore the connections between body, breath, and voice. You’ll learn which muscle groups support effortless and powerful vocalization and which tension patterns tend to hinder it.
from and with
Pao und Francesca
duration
60 - 90 Min.
minimum age
13+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 11.00Sun. 10.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Kultige Knettrickanimation vom Feinsten
Kino
Iconic claymation at its very best
shows
Sat. 21.30
stage
E | Kino
La Planète Sauvage - Der Phantastische Planet
Kino
CS, F 1973, director: René Laloux // A surreal, intoxicating animated spectacle featuring a utopian critique of civilisation and a psychedelic jazz soundtrack.
shows
Thu. 22.30
stage
E | Kino
Lars von Trier: Dancer in the Dark
Kino
NL, SE, DK, FIN, ISL, D, F, USA, GB, N 2000, director: Lars von Trier // A single mother, who is almost blind, works herself to the bone to save up for her child’s eye operation – a musical tragedy – uncomfortable, unwieldy, gripping and magnificent.
duration
139 Min.
shows
Sun. 20.00
stage
E | Kino
Lars von Trier: Element of Crime
Kino
DK 1984, director: Lars von Trier // Kafkaesque neo-noir: Decayed souls amidst the ruins of Europe – a gripping psychological thriller about a series of murders – Lars von Trier’s bizarre feature film debut.
duration
105 Min.
shows
Sat. 00.30
stage
E | Kino
Lars von Trier: Europa
Kino
SE, DK, F, D, CH 1991, director: Lars von Trier // A Kafkaesque nightmare: a young German-American arrives in war-torn Germany after the end of the Second World War to help rebuild the country, only to become a pawn in the game of shifting powers.
shows
Sun. 00.30
stage
E | Kino
Löten verbindet: LED Festivalschmuck / Soldering connects: LED jewlery
Löten verbindet: LED Festivalschmuck / Soldering connects: LED jewlery
Workshop
photo: https://github.com/Binary-Kitchen/SolderingTutorial/wiki/Festival-Setup#results
The workshop will take place in the yurt next to the cabaret! We’ve brought thousands of flashing lights, circuit boards, and everything else you’ll need so you can stand out on the dance floor or in the tent. No prior experience or registration is required for the workshop; we’ll help you craft your own unique, flashing festival accessories. Duration: You should plan on spending about half an hour. You can start at any time, as long as there’s an open spot. Duration: 30 minutes per person
from and with
Valo, Lua, Rebecca, Noah
duration
240 Min.
shows
Sat. 12.00Sat. 14.00Sun. 12.00Sun. 14.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Love Your Local Network + Q&A
Kino
D 2026, director: Janett Hanitzsch // A documentary about electronic music, idealism, shared visions of a better world, and about friendship, family and love. All set in the heart of Dresden. All just round the corner.
duration
73 Min.
shows
Sat. 17.00
stage
E | Kino
Matekreis
Workshop
We will learn how to prepare and drink the mate herb in a circle. Many questions can be answered and some stories will be told about the history Guarani roots of this drink. Let's talk and reflect about the modern Mate culture (inclusive as to how the trends limos came about to emerge in germany) and learn and experience this drinks effects on a theoretical and practical level. Of course we will be drinking many different types of Mates.
from and with
Raven
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
14+
language
englisch, deutsch, portugiesisch, spanisch, italienisch
shows
Thu. 16.00Fri. 12.58Sat. 18.30Sun. 13.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Matrisalon - Zwischen Sommer und Herbst
Die Kraft der Entscheidung. Ein mythodramatisch-performativer Workshop
Workshop
What happens when abundance has passed its peak? In a performative research journey, we use mythodrama, movement, and improvisation to explore the themes of harvesting, choosing, letting go, and moderation—at the intersection of myth, the body, and nature. No prior experience necessary.
from and with
Jana und Barbara
duration
180 Min.
minimum age
18+
shows
Fri. 17.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Mietrechts-Kneipenquiz
Quizshow
Is a rent of €15/m² legal? Can you negotiate a lower rent via WhatsApp? Do you have to pay €200 for crappy furniture? What are the rules for subtenants? Take our rental law quiz! We’re encouraging everyone to take a guess—prizes are awarded for knowledge, luck, and bad luck. The event includes a discussion with our attorneys afterward.
from and with
Gerrit Poost, Olivia Grote
duration
60 Min.
shows
Sat. 20.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
MOVEMENT & PLAY
Workshop
Stretch, impro, play and momevement from Thursday 12 on at Kutter.
shows
Fri. 12.00Sat. 12.00Sun. 12.00
stage
F | Karla Kutter
Performing for Future
Kreativer Protest und Kunst im öffentlichen Raum
Workshop
Workshop with Walking Act on the topic of environmental pollution: We’ll explore theater and performance methods for creative protest. We’ll develop a short performance that we’ll then present right on the festival grounds. You don’t need any prior experience for our workshop, but you should enjoy theatrical and performative expression and be willing to put yourself out there.
from and with
Lara und Jane
duration
180 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 10.00Sat. 10.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Physical Theatre
Workshop
Experience physical theater! Through pantomime, clowning, object manipulation, and the Lecoq method, we explore body language, presence, rhythm, and expression—in a playful, precise, and fun way.
from and with
André
duration
120 Min.
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Fri. 12.30Sat. 12.59
stage
A | Workshophangar
Politische Schönheit & Logbuch:Netzpolitik
Die Jagd auf den Adenauer SRP+
Vortrag
Hot off the press: the sensational police files from the Adenauer SRP+. We’ll be digging through the Federal Republic of Germany’s most absurd administrative fiasco together with you: emails from Saxon police officers to celebrities are ridiculed just as much as the police chief’s internal instructions. With so much injustice, who’s going to find it hard to keep a straight face? Come along to the podcast show!
from and with
Linus Neumann, Stefan Pelzer, Tim Pritlove
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 20.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Punkrock Pilzanbau
Workshop
We're taking a quick trip into the world of mushrooms—armed with mycological, kitchen-table, punk-rock methods, we'll work together to set up mushroom cultures that you can take home to start growing right away.
from and with
Matthias
duration
120 Min.
shows
Fri. 18.00Sat. 13.01
stage
A | Workshophangar
Radikale Therapie - Ein Info- und Kennenlern-Workshop
Radikale Therapie - Ein Info- und Kennenlern-Workshop
Workshop
Radical therapy is self-organized and empowering. People support one another in questioning the socialization they have internalized. We provide insight into theory, practice, and next steps. Fridays for queers and TIN, Sundays for all genders.
from and with
Mate und Luna
duration
90 - 120 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 16.00Sun. 14.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Rollenwechsel - spielerisch zu neuen Perspektiven
Workshop
In which social roles do I feel comfortable, and in which do I not? Which ones are imposed on me, and which ones give me a sense of security? In this workshop, we’ll use theater exercises and creative reflection to examine our role models, social expectations, and behavioral patterns. Roles are meant to be played—not clung to!
from and with
Simon und Mirko
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 17.00Sun. 10.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Ropeflow - Beginners Workshop
Workshop
Move. Breathe. Connect. Discover the creative power of the rope! You’ll improve your flexibility, coordination, and body awareness in a playful way and find your own flow. For all skill levels.
from and with
Luise und Felix
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
9+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 14.00Sat. 11.01
stage
A | Workshophangar
Rote Sterne überm Feld
Kino
D 2025, director: Laura Laabs // In the heart of the East German countryside, a skeleton is pulled from the moor. A historical mystery unfolds, in which the last German century is reflected in the present-day reality of this region.
duration
133 Min.
shows
Fri. 15.00
stage
E | Kino
Salsa Workshop
Workshop
shows
Sun. 13.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Schwein für Schwein (Pig4Pig)
Workshop
On March 30, 2021, a devastating fire destroyed Europe’s largest piglet rearing facility in Alt-Tellin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Approximately 50,000 animals perished in the fire. “Pig for Pig” is a campaign aimed at ending inhumane factory farming. The project will continue until 50,000 clay pigs have been collected (approximately 13,000 have already been collected). Please note: The workshop will take place in the yurt next to the cabaret!
duration
10 - 60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 14.00Sun. 14.00
stage
Z | Cabaret
Schwing das Tanzbein
Workshop
The focus is especially on the joy of dancing together. In this workshop, we’ll explore traditional circle dances from various cultures as well as Latin American dances. We’ll learn simple dance step sequences together. We'll learn simple dance step sequences together, and during a freedance part, we'll let loose and let the music guide us.
from and with
Katharina
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
12+
Secret Playfight
Workshop
Wrestling without defeating - trial of strength with consent! We will playfully explore our own limits and use different approaches to our body knowledge with the help of playfight and consensus methods. We are looking for a fierce, resistant but non-competitive attitude, we can't wait to get into the ring to explore the level between gentleness and resistance with you.
from and with
Secret Losers
duration
120 Min.
shows
Sat. 16.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Siebdruck im Workshophangar
Siebdruck im Workshophangar
Workshop
In our workshop, you’ll learn how to print on textiles yourself using the classic screen printing method. Pick your favorite image, and we’ll guide you from the design to the finished shirt, bag, or sweater. Customize your own clothes or pick something out from our selection (while supplies last). No prior experience is required—just stop by the workshop hangar.
duration
480 Min.
shows
Thu. 13.00Fri. 10.00Fri. 12.15Fri. 14.15Fri. 16.15Sat. 10.00Sat. 12.15Sat. 14.15Sat. 16.15Sun. 10.00Sun. 12.15Sun. 14.15Sun. 16.15
stage
A | Workshophangar
Spaceballs
Kino
USA 1987, director: Mel Brooks // Sci-fi: The planet Spaceball is suffering from severe air pollution and is in desperate need of oxygen. President Skroob simply wants to siphon this off from the neighbouring planet Druidia.
duration
96 Min.
shows
Thu. 20.30
stage
E | Kino
Streit und Frieden
Vortrag
How can we manage conflicts constructively and foster a culture of peace? This lecture combines conflict management, peace education, and the aesthetics of peace. Short exercises and reflections invite participants to explore their own approaches to dealing with conflicts and to gain new perspectives.
from and with
Thomas Lehnen
duration
60 Min.
shows
Sun. 13.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Sunny Dancer
Kino
UK, Germany 2026, director: George Jaques // A modern coming-of-age story about friendship, love and overcoming adversity – a tragicomedy that blends serious themes with lightness and humour
duration
105 Min.
shows
Fri. 17.30
stage
E | Kino
Tapeloops - DIY Klangkollagen aus Audiokassetten
Workshop
photo: Markus Rom
We use old audio cassettes as raw material to build “tape loops”. This is done by opening the cassette and taping the magnetic tape into a loop. The result is a repeating loop lasting just a few seconds. In this workshop, I’d like to show you how this works and how you can use this technique to create music and sound collages. At the end, all participants can take home a cassette with their own tapeloop.
from and with
Oh No Noh
duration
60 Min.
language
Deutsch / English
shows
Thu. 17.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Terminator
Kino
USA 1984, director: James Cameron // He said he’d be back: an original, technically masterful and oppressively intense action film with a martial undertone, which, admittedly, celebrates violence in an all too uncompromising manner.
duration
107 Min.
shows
Sun. 22.30
stage
E | Kino
Thai Yoga Massage Basics & Meditation
Thai Yoga Massage Basics & Meditation
Workshop
Thai-Yoga Massage is a mindful form of bodywork that combines pressure, passive stretching, and mobilization. The goal is to release tension, improve flexibility, and enhance overall well-being—both physically and mentally. Thai-Yoga Massage is suitable for deep relaxation as well as for preventive or complementary support for physical ailments. Please bring a mat, blanket, or towel to use as a surface.
from and with
Dennis und Damian
duration
90 Min.
minimum age
16+
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 11.30Sun. 10.01
stage
A | Workshophangar
Theater-Speed-Nicht-Dating
Vom Ich zum Wir
Workshop
photo: Ksenia Stroganova
When was the last time you really looked at a stranger? In this interactive format, speed dating becomes a playful encounter without the pressure of romance or flirting. Theater exercises, improvisation, and spontaneous mini-performances bring people together in a shared experience. Get to know each other!
from and with
Ksenia Stroganova, Thui Shiels
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 14.30
stage
B | Conti:nü
The Clown in you
Workshop
Forget roles, expectations, and perfection! In this workshop, you’ll discover your inner clown: curious, playful, and unique. Through exercises and improvisation, you’ll explore spontaneity, presence, courage, and the joy of failure. Open to everyone—no prior experience necessary!
from and with
Anne
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Thu. 18.30Fri. 10.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
The depression is chronic but my ass is iconic
The depression is chronic but my ass is iconic
Musikalische Erzählung
What is it like when your world is limited to just a few meters, when you paint black holes in art therapy, or when you spend the summer in a hospital behind barred windows? Black Mirror Park reads from his diaries written in the crisis ward of the Neukölln Hospital. Metrosoft performs live music to accompany the reading.
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sun. 15.30
stage
N | Räuber:innenhöhle
Trash metamorphosis - From trash footprint to blue print
Workshop
Cyanotype is a photographic process dating back to 1842. You don’t need a camera—just chemicals, an object, and some sunlight. Let’s combine experimentation with reflection on our waste footprint. Why not bring back some human debris (trash, food scraps, damaged plants, etc.) from your walk around the grounds to incorporate into your cyanotype creation?
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Fri. 13.30Sun. 11.30
stage
A | Workshophangar
Vertrauen wirft seine Schatten voraus – und wir spielen mit ihnen
Workshop
What hides in the shadows can't be seen – but you can feel it. And sometimes, you can even trust it. A session that brings trust into the light – with shadow theatre, games, and a good dose of lightness.
from and with
R. Electra Ehrenberg, Mathis Ehrenberg & Magdalena Ocker - GÄNG e.V.
duration
60
shows
Thu. 16.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Von Menschen und Mieten Podcast - Deutsche Wohnen und Co. enteignen
Lesung
How can Berlin’s referendum on the public ownership of large housing companies be implemented? In this live podcast reading, Deutsche Wohnen & Co enteignen offers insights into its own political work and the public ownership law it has developed. We take a look at the current debate and the upcoming election, and ask: What’s next?
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 16.00
stage
C | Casino
WACH DOOF LUSTIG (immer und überall)
Workshop
PHYSICAL COMEDY/CLOWN + SOUNDS Being aware of everything around you? And being silly? Trying to find something funny in everything? ABSOLUTELY! We use everything we can find to create little funny situations. An indispensable skill! We wiggle, sneak, dart across the grounds, find the strangest sounds, and seek shared moments with everything around us—other people as well as objects. We imitate everything! Always! Fast and in slow motion, alone and in a group. schlupp schlupp schllllllllllllupp up p
from and with
Jule (alberne Puppenspielerin), Tom (verschmitzter Perkussionist)
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch, englisch, französisch, spanisch, schwedisch
shows
Fri. 16.00Sat. 16.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Was haben wir gelacht
Kino
D 2026, director: Eva Müller, Isabel Schneider // Sexism, stereotypes and crude jokes: A film about the male-dominated German entertainment scene of the 1990s and 2000s – a feminist retrospective.
duration
98 Min.
shows
Sun. 16.30
stage
E | Kino
Widerstand hat viele Bühnen: Strategien gegen Rechts
Panel
What does BDSM have to do with the AfD? Together with the Parasites Ensemble and other guests, we’ll discuss art, political stances, and strategies against right-wing politics. How can resistance be effective and strengthen democracy in everyday life? Following the discussion: questions, exchange, and further reflection together.
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 15.00
stage
B | Conti:nü
Wire Walkers
High Wire Walking
Workshop
The WireWalkers offer a special workshop for all those who are brave and curious. Here, at various heights, you can try your hand at the art of tightrope walking and test your balance. Starting at a safe height of 0.5 metres, you will work your way up step by step to a dizzying height of 6 metres. Experience for yourself the fascinating sensation of being a tightrope walker. It's prefered that you participate for two hours, but you're also welcome to just drop by if one of the 15 spots is available.
from and with
Wire Walkers – Coraggio e.V.: High-wire walking balancing
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
13+
shows
Thu. 14.00Thu. 17.30Fri. 13.00Fri. 16.00Sat. 10.00Sat. 13.00Sun. 10.00Sun. 14.00
stage
34 | Hinter der Datscha
Words and Worlds
Words and Worlds - A collaborative character creation workshop
Workshop
Who would you be in another world? “Words and Worlds” is a collaborative storytelling experience focused entirely on imagination, conversation, and connection. In small groups of 3–6 participants led by a facilitator, characters are woven into a shared world through conversation and imagination. At the open craft table, you can bring a character to life at your own pace. Curious minds are especially welcome!
from and with
Rolando, Annika, Konstantin, Daniel
duration
90 Min.
language
deutsch, englisch
shows
Fri. 15.30Sat. 16.30Sun. 16.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Words and Worlds - Character crafting table
Words and Worlds - Character crafting table
Workshop
Not ready to commit to a full session of "Words and Worlds — A collaborative character creation" yet? Stop by our open crafting table near the entrance. Pick up a prompt card, grab a pencil and start bringing a character to life at your own pace — no commitment, no experience needed. Just curiosity. And who knows, you might find there's more story waiting for you. Beginners are not just welcome — this is made for you.
from and with
Rolando, Annika, Konstantin, Daniel
duration
120 Min.
minimum age
10+
language
englisch, deutsch
shows
Fri. 13.31Sat. 14.31Sun. 14.02
stage
A | Workshophangar
Yade Yasemin Önder
Anti Müller
Lesung
photo: Julia Sellmann
A 36-year-old author struggles with her biological clock and her unfulfilled desire to have children. After a failed relationship and a Tinder date with a chaotic actor, her life is thrown into disarray. Yade Yasemin Önder offers a sharp and unflinching account of addiction, obsession, feminism, and the search for self-determination.
duration
60 Min.
language
deutsch
shows
Sat. 19.30
stage
C | Casino
Zine making
Zine making Workshop
Workshop
In this workshop, we will explore the basics of zine-making together. A zine is a mini-book or a small magazine that can be created by folding and cutting an A4 sheet of paper. These can be easily copied, thus multiplied, and quickly distributed. Above all, zines provide inspiration on how to represent connections in completely new ways, such as through comics or collages in small formats. Participants will have the opportunity to create their first own zine and share their stories and ideas.
duration
120 Min.
shows
Fri. 11.00
stage
A | Workshophangar
Zirkuskind
Kino
Germany 2024, director: Anna Koch, Julia Lemke // A documentary about the lives of Germany’s last nomads – growing up with extended family and animals, and a life without a safety net or a fallback option.
duration
86 Min.
shows
Sun. 15.00
stage
E | Kino
Zirkusworkshop (Erwachsene)
Workshop
shows
Fri. 13.30
stage
L | Salon de Baile
Zirkusworkshop (Kinder)
Workshop
shows
Sat. 12.00
stage
L | Salon de Baile