The Next Day #3: Berlin Weekend Guide
Must-attend events in Berlin from June 15th to 18th.
The soundtrack for this newsletter edition: Fênix, Azymuth
Hello,
So many cultural activities are taking place in Berlin this weekend that there is something for everyone, regardless of style, taste, or budget. The festival "Performing Exiles," curated by Matthias Lilienthal in consultation with artist Rabih Mroué, examines the concept of exile in light of ongoing global changes and multiple migration movements through theatre, performance, discourse, and concerts. The Portuguese theater group "mala voadora" will present two intimate plays during their annual visit to Berlin at Hosek Contemporary. The Hamburger Bahnhof is celebrating the launch of three new collection presentations with free admission to all exhibitions and programs this weekend, including a party in the Museum Garden with a DJ set by Ellen Allien.
We hope you enjoy it!
Agenda
🎙️ Fenster & Special Guests
Fenster is an experimental pop project from Berlin, and they are back on stage to play an exclusive show at Arkaoda and perform unheard music! Thursday, 15.06, at 8 pm. Arkaoda, Karl-Marx Platz 16 12043 Berlin.
👳🏽♂️ Performing Exiles
The interdisciplinary festival “Performing Exiles” examines the concept of exile in the light of continual global changes and multiple migration movements. During the 20th century, Berlin was a place from which people were forced to emigrate – now, however, the city has become a place of the exiled. For most artists, this is not an exile that excludes the option of returning to their home countries. In fact, their spheres of work and points of reference frequently shift between countries and continents. The program showcases performances, theater, and concerts. From 15 to 25.06. Locations: Haus der Berliner Festspiele, Akademie der Künste, HAU Hebbel am Ufer (HAU2), and Heimathafen Neukölln.
💫 Hartaqāt (Heresies) (Performance)
In Lina Majdalanie’s and Rabih Mroué’s “Hartaqāt (Hérésies),” the Lebanese authors Rana Issa, Souhaib Ayoub, and Bilal Khbeiz tell three stories about the life in Lebanon that they abandoned. Directed by Lina Majdalanie and Rabih Mroué. Performing Exiles Festival. From 15.6 to 17.06. HAU2 Hebbel-am-Ufer, Hallesches Ufer 34, 10963 Berlin
🎭 Exile Promenade (Theater)
A performative walking tour curated by director Ada Mukhína, who was born in St Petersburg, takes participants to places of historical and current exile, intertwining with the exile biographies of the three protagonists who guide them through Berlin. The walk “Exile Promenade” compares the cultural heritage of the White émigré in Western European metropoles with the local artistic influences of Russian exiles during Putin’s third presidency and, in particular, the emigration since the beginning of war and mobilization. Directed by Ada Mukhína. World Premiere. Performing Exiles Festival. From 16.6 to 25.06. Haus der Berliner Festspiele, Schaperstraße 24, 10719 Berlin
🏳🌈 XPOSED Queer Film Festival
The XPOSED Berlin Queer Film Festival celebrates its 17th edition with 14 movies and 44 short films from 28 countries. The festival showcases the latest queer movies and short films from different countries and illustrates the development and state of queer life in different regions. From 15 to 18.06. Locations: Moviemento, Wolf Kino, and Il Kino.
🤘🏼 Le Tigre (concert)
Le Tigre is a post-riot grrrl band from NYC, known for their feminist and queer themes. Their unique sound blended drum machines, samples, and guitars. Their music influenced the underground scene and continues to inspire artists today. Though they disbanded in 2005, they recently reunited for a performance after 17 years. We can’t wait to dance with “Deceptacon.” Friday, 16.06, 8 pm. Huxleys Neue Welt, Hasenheide 107, 10967 Berlin.
🎭 Slovenia Blood Stories (Theatre)
The theater group "mala voadora" from Porto, Portugal, annually visits Berlin to showcase their latest productions. One of their shows, "Blood Stories," delves into the personal narratives of two artists, Pedro Moldão from Portugal and Miranda Trnjanin from Slovenia/Bosnia. To tell us about love and betrayal, baby exchange, family rivalries, and long journeys. To tell us about what brings us together. Directed by Jorge Andrade (mala voadora). Friday, 16.06, 7:30 pm. Hosek Contemporaty, Motor Ship HEIMATLAND, close to Fischerinsel 3, 10179 Berlin
🎸 ERRORR // Gloria de Oliveira (concert)
ERRORR releases a show for their debut album Self Destruct. It can be described as a blend of noise-pop, featuring soaring guitars, catchy drums, and fuzzy basslines. Delicious Noise-Pop with a bittersweet taste. Support by Gloria De Oliveira. Friday, 16.06. Doors: 8 pm / Show: 9 pm. Kantine am Berghain, Am Wriezener bhf, 10243 Berlin.
♥️ Open House. Open Days. Hamburger Bahnhof (Exhibition & Party)
The museum unveils its fresh perspective on a contemporary collection museum through three interconnected program lines: "Nationalgalerie: A Collection for the 6th Century," "Forum Hamburger Bahnhof," and "Infinite Exhibition." Alongside these, visitors can also enjoy complimentary access to special exhibitions by Zineb Sedira (until 30.7.2023), Christina Quarles (until 30.7.2023), and Fred Sandback (until 17.9.2023). Berlin Beats DJ Set by Ellen Allien in the museum garden on Friday, 16.6, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. The complete program: 16 to 18.06, Friday, 10 am-10 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm. Hamburger Bahnhof, Invalidenstraße 50 – 51, 10557 Berlin.
🎬 Midnight #132: Clément Cogitore
Since the late 2000s Clément Cogitore has developed his artistic practice halfway between Cinema and Contemporary Art. Combining film, video, installations, and photographs, Cogitore questions the modalities of cohabitation between humankind and its own images and representations. Friday, 16.06, 24:00 (midnight). Free admission. BABYLON, big cinema hall, Rosa-Luxemburg-Str. 30, Berlin.
🎭 Dining Room Tales (Theatre)
In “Dining Room Tales,” Jorge Andrade prepares and shares a meal with the audience. While he does this, he tries to explain who he is, and what’s his story, not expecting this story to sound less than extraordinary - something not hard to achieve as, in fact, his story merges with the theater that he creates. Directed by Xan Colman & Jorge Andrade (mala voadora). Saturday, 17.06, 7:30 pm. Hosek Contemporaty, Motor Ship HEIMATLAND, close to Fischerinsel 3, 10179 Berlin.
📚 Berlin Book Festival
The Berlin Book Festival returns to Bebelplatz after 15 years. Over 100 publishers and bookstores, 60+ events, and a diverse program with authors, debates, and workshops await. While celebrating literature, the festival also commemorates the Nazi book burning of 1933, honoring the authors whose works were lost. Saturday, 17.06, 11 to 8 pm; Sunday, 18.06, 10 to 7 pm. Bebelplatz, Unter den Linden, 10117 Berlin.
🎹 Rossano Snel (concert)
The pianist Rossano will play his new album CARBON in a quiet church near Görlitzer Park. He will perform on the church organ and on the piano. Tickets on the spot at 10 euro, or you can pay 15 euro and get an original Music Box from the artist. Sunday, 18.06, at 8 pm. Taborkirche, Taborstrasse 17, Berlin 10997.
Save the Date
🎷 Azymuth (Concert Samba & Jazz)
Azymuth is a globally renowned, highly influential Brazilian jazz-funk trio founded in the early 1970s. This tour celebrates its 50th anniversary and honors the late drummer Ivan "Mamão" Conti, who passed away the last April. Tuesday, 20.06, Doors 19:30 / Show: 20:30. Gretchen, Obentrautstraße 19-21, 10963 Berlin.
🎶 Fete de La Musique
Berliners celebrate the start of summer with Fête de la Musique on June 21, the longest day of the year. The festival brings musicians, bands, and artists to the streets of Berlin, with over 100 venues across the city hosting performances by artists from 340 cities worldwide. The outdoor performances start at 4 pm, and the festival moves indoors at 10 pm. See you in the Urso Bloco at 8:15 pm! Check out the full program here. Wednesday, 21.06, from 4 pm.
Have a great weekend!