Program

Lecture (English) and discussion (German/English/Arabic) with Noha Sherif

With our new series 'Ibn Rushd Young', we want to give young researchers, intellectuals and artists the opportunity to present and discuss their current project with a (more or less) young audience interested in the respective topic, or maybe even working on a similar one. With this new format, we are establishing a kind of extra-university, non-hierarchical, and interdisciplinary colloquium on topics, issues, and projects which are related, in one way or another, to the Arab World.

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talk series in discussion form

Kilmé is a monthly talk series dedicated to Palestinian artists, intellectuals, and academics; a platform to present their work and speak about subjects that are important to them. Kilmé means word in Arabic. The organizers are dedicated to presenting palestinian voices in all of their diversity and creativity, thus contributing to the cultural landscape of Berlin, a city with the largest Palestinian population in Europe.

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Studiotronica. Audio / Video Album Release

Studiotronica is a solo electronic project of impro-composer Sasha Pushkin.
The independent producer, improviser, multi-instrumentalist, cross-disciplinary artist, pianist, vocalist and creator of many collaborations and concepts in this case uses his skills in creating beats and atmospheres and goes out of his studio space onto the stage to produce live rhythmic sound structures. In this project, the focus is on instrumental music, but does not limit the use of vocals, and work with texts and possible invitation of special guests.

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Cross-disciplinary performances by Kross Collective

KROSS COLLECTIVE presents: CONVERGENCE VI, an evening of immersive performances exploring dialogues between sound, text, and visuals.[read more…]

Lecture performance in German and English

The DEAD LADIES SHOW is a series of entertaining and inspiring presentations on women who achieved amazing things against all odds. Each show hosts passionate cheerleaders of too-oft forgotten women, inviting its loyal audience into a sexy séance (of sorts) celebrating these impressive icons, turbulent lives, and deathless legacies.

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talk series in discussion form

Kilmé is a monthly talk series dedicated to Palestinian artists, intellectuals, and academics; a platform to present their work and speak about subjects that are important to them. Kilmé means word in Arabic. The organizers are dedicated to presenting palestinian voices in all of their diversity and creativity, thus contributing to the cultural landscape of Berlin, a city with the largest Palestinian population in Europe.

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Video Art, Performance, Zines, Readings

It is the rupture of civilization that is marked by the day of February, 24th. This evening is dedicated to the commemoration of its anniversary, without being able to call it a day, because the day does not end in the upheavals it has ushered in. It is the irreducible moment of the false, and at the same time a moment that does not fade in complexity.

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Live performance with poetry, music and visual art

An intimate, warm and sensual live performance of sound poems by
Berlin Nocturnes and visual art by Monika Kozub.

Each one of these tracks explores the erotic from a different body
part; eyes, ears, breasts, vulva, belly, thighs. Listen to each
part speak, accompanied by live piano and a soundscape made from sounds of the body, as sensual visual art unfolds.

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talk series in discussion form

Kilmé is a monthly talk series dedicated to Palestinian artists, intellectuals, and academics; a platform to present their work and speak about subjects that are important to them. Kilmé means word in Arabic. The organizers are dedicated to presenting palestinian voices in all of their diversity and creativity, thus contributing to the cultural landscape of Berlin, a city with the largest Palestinian population in Europe.

In the March issue of kilmé talks, Himmat Zoubi will be the guest. The evening will be moderated by Tyme Khleifi and Michael Barenboim.

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Open Mic Night

European Writers Salon is an organisation set up to connect writers across Europe. In March they are travelling to Berlin to host an open mic salon.  Everyone is welcome!

The European Writers Salon aims to be an inclusive place for writers to meet, share work, and belong to a writing community regardless of genre or experience. [read more…]

Reading & Discussion

The Indigo Press, MÄRZ Verlag and Katharina Volckmer invite you to a special evening celebrating the launch of "Calls May Be Recorded for Training and Monitoring Purposes"!

This highly anticipated novel has already captured readers in Brazil, France and Germany, with translations forthcoming in multiple languages, reflecting its universal themes and sharp wit. Originally written in English we are excited to celebrate the English book launch!

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Reading

Join the BKS Book Club for a presentation of works created during our first ever Creative Writing Workshop led by acclaimed Berlin-based Croatian author Ivana Sajko. Readings and discussion will take place in "our common language", these days known as Bosnian/Croatian/Montenegrin/Serbian. The exact programme will be published closer to the date.

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Cross disciplinary performances

KROSS COLLECTIVE presents: CONVERGENCE VII, an evening of immersive performances exploring dialogues between sound, text, and visuals.

We warmly welcome you to our seventh edition, where we have curated a selection of innovative experimental artists working across disciplines. Come by and experience boundary pushing art & performances!

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talk series in discussion form

Kilmé is a monthly talk series dedicated to Palestinian artists, intellectuals, and academics; a platform to present their work and speak about subjects that are important to them. Kilmé means word in Arabic. The organizers are dedicated to presenting palestinian voices in all of their diversity and creativity, thus contributing to the cultural landscape of Berlin, a city with the largest Palestinian population in Europe.

In the April issue of kilmé talks, Bashir Bashir will be the guest. The evening will be moderated by Tyme Khleifi and Michael Barenboim.

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Variety Show

Poetic Hafla (arab. for party) is an event series that focusses on presenting middle eastern/mediterranian artists based in Berlin.

The main idea of the Poetic Hafla is creating a place to experiment and
to share ideas. This idea is complemented with many artistic forms of
expression: readings, music, stand-up comedy, and performances.

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Literary Reading with Ioana Cristina Casapu

"Girl, Show Me That Body (of Work)" is a literary and performance event series centering FLINTA* authors with migration backgrounds in Berlin. It promotes inclusion and diversity in literature, making marginalized voices visible. Through readings, literary performances, and discussions at Lettrétage, the project fosters dialogue on identity, migration, and gender equality. In collaboration with organizations reaching underrepresented communities, it uses literature as a tool for sociopolitical activism, cultural exchange, and community engagement with new audiences.

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Launch Party & Reading

Join the team behind SAND to celebrate the launch of their 28th issue on 7th May!

The evening will feature performances by the issue’s Berlin-based contributors, as well as the chance to connect with writers, readers, and editors from Berlin’s international literary community.

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Reading & Discussion

Join us on May 9th for the launch of "Elegy, Southwest" , the hotly anticipated second novel by Australian-born Berlin author Madeleine Watts.

Watts will be joined by local critic and essayist Alexander Wells for a reading and discussion followed by Q&A and a book signing over drinks.

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Lecture performance

The DEAD LADIES SHOW is a series of entertaining and inspiring presentations on women who achieved amazing things against all odds. Each show hosts passionate cheerleaders of too-oft forgotten women, inviting its loyal audience into a sexy séance (of sorts) celebrating these impressive icons, turbulent lives, and deathless legacies.

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Autorenlesung mit Dace Vīgante & Vilis Kasims

Tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt der lettischen Gegenwartsliteratur!

Die Autor*innen Dace Vīgante und Vilis Kasims entführen Sie mit ihren Werken „Eismeer“ und „Lysergsäureblues“ in bewegende Geschichten über Erinnerung, Identität und die Grenzen der Realität.

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Book launch, Reading, Q&A

Join us for the launch of Gabriel Flynn’s debut novel "Poor Ghost!"

The reading and discussion with Gabriel Flynn and Alexander Wells will be followed by an audience Q&A and a book signing.

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