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Panel discussion © Foto Claudia Gatzka: Susanne Keidel, © Claudia Gatzka, Buchcover "Demokratie und Diktatur: © Hamburger Edition Panel discussion 27/08/2026 Democracy and Dictatorship: The Past and Present of a Distinction Panel discussion 27/08/2026 “Merkel dictatorship,” “dictatorship of opinion,” a looming “eco-dictatorship”—75 years after its founding, the democratic quality of the Federal Republic of Germany is repeatedly called into question in current debates. Even the head of the Forsa polling… Read more History Literature City of music Open Air Politics & Society Location Friedhof der Märzgefallenen Ernst-Zinna-Weg 1 10249 Berlin Time 18:30 pm https://forum1848.de/veranstaltungen/lesung-demokratie-diktatur/
Panel discussion © visitBerlin, Foto: Günter Steffen Panel discussion 27/08/2026 Threatened Desire – Queer Life in Divided Berlin, 1945–1970 Panel discussion 27/08/2026 When it comes to what the Berlin Wall divided, one aspect has been neglected in the culture of remembrance: The Wall also tore Berlin’s queer community apart, separating queer couples and friendships. After all, even in the 1950s and 1960s, Berlin was a city… Read more Berlin wall History of the GDR Events on the Cold War LGBTI Location Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer Bernauer Straße 111 13355 Berlin Time 18:30 pm https://www.stiftung-berliner-mauer.de/de/gedenkstaette-berliner-mauer/besuch/programm/bedrohtes-begehren?date=2026-08-27T18%3A30%3A00%2B0200
Concerts © the artist Concerts 27/08/2026 Berlin Beats: BASHKKA Concerts 27/08/2026 Taking its name from the Turkish word for “different,” BASHKKA highlights her unique presence. Born in Munich and raised in New York, the DJ and producer blends house and techno with a clear focus on queer representation and community on the dance floor. Read more experimental and contemporary Art Free of charge City of music Open Air Location Hamburger Bahnhof - Museum für Gegenwart Berlin Invalidenstraße 50-51 10557 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.smb.museum/veranstaltungen/detail/?tx_smb_pi1%5Bsmart_id%5D=160236
Dance & Performance © Grasiele Pacheco Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 Fear Machine Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 How should we respond to the growing support for racist and exclusionary views among large segments of the population? Read more International Location Uferstudios Uferstraße 23 13357 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.uferstudios.com/de/dance/veranstaltungen/9b2ac4b1-3ab3-42d8-ae26-b4a8ef736e39/
Miscallenous © visitBerlin Miscallenous 27/08/2026 'Grounded Outer Space People' Open Studio Miscallenous 27/08/2026 As part of a week-long program at KW, the Grounded Outer Space People—both a music ensemble and a residency program—open their collaborative practice to the public every evening. Read more Free of charge International Summer of Culture City of music Contemporary Art Location KW Institute for Contemporary Art Auguststraße 69 10117 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.kw-berlin.de/de/veranstaltungen/grounded-outer-space-people-open-studio Buy tickets
Theatre © © Altstadttheater Köpenick Theatre 27/08/2026 + 1 additional date Head over heels – in love with a Union player Theatre 27/08/2026 + 1 additional date Paul is a die-hard Union fan. An Iron Man through and through. He’s not really into romance. Because his true love belongs only to the club. Lucie knows nothing about soccer. To her, it’s just blocked streets and rowdy fans. Then she unexpectedly runs into… Read more Location Altstadttheater Köpenick Jägerstraße 4 12555 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://altstadttheater-koepenick.de/reihe/eisern-verschossen-union-theaterstueck/ Buy tickets
Architecture & Design © IRS Erkner, Bestand Lothar Willmann Architecture & Design 27/08/2026 Opening: Josef Kaiser Architecture & Design 27/08/2026 Everyone is cordially invited to the opening of the exhibition “Josef Kaiser: Building for the GDR.” Read more Free of charge Urban development Location Berlinische Galerie Alte Jakobstraße 124-128 10969 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://berlinischegalerie.de/veranstaltung/eroeffnung-josef-kaiser/
Concerts © Theater Ost Concerts 27/08/2026 "CRAZY BIRDS" PLAY "ELECTRA" — THE ORIGINAL SONGS! Concerts 27/08/2026 Musicians from the former Dresden band “electra” are bringing their most beautiful and well-known songs back to the stage, performed and sung live once again with their current band, “CrazyBirds.” Read more City of music Location Theater Ost Moriz-Seeler-Straße 1 12489 Berlin Time 19:30 pm
Workshop © visitBerlin Workshop 27/08/2026 + 6 additional dates Einblicke: Open Space Workshop 27/08/2026 + 6 additional dates The stage is yours! This workshop creates a space for everyone to experiment together and have fun. Every Thursday, the rehearsal space opens to anyone who wants to try their hand at theater. Read more Location Berliner Ensemble Bertolt-Brecht-Platz 1 10117 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://www.berliner-ensemble.de/inszenierung/einblicke-open-space
Puppet & Object Theatre © Galli Theater Berlin Puppet & Object Theatre 27/08/2026 + 1 additional date Froggy - the Musical Puppet & Object Theatre 27/08/2026 + 1 additional date The fairy tale "The Frog Prince" is told in a modern, witty, and biting way, without losing the charm of its traditional wisdom. Dr. König, owner of a frog leg factory, gives his daughter Princy a very valuable golden ball pendant. Read more Children Location Galli Theater Berlin Oranienburger Str. 32 / Heckmannhöfe 10117 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://galli-berlin.de/portfolio-item/froggy-das-musical/ Buy tickets
Workshop © Demi Anter Workshop 27/08/2026 FRUIT SALON - Readings & Art @ The Hoxton Workshop 27/08/2026 Are you ready to share your creative fruits? Read more International Literature Location The Hoxton Hotel Meinekestraße 18-19 10719 Berlin Time 19:30 pm – 22:00 pm
Dance & Performance © Felipe Fizkal Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 + 3 additional dates MONUMENTO Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 + 3 additional dates This performance, comprising body, space, and sound, takes the form of a two-meter-high anatomical-architectural structure made of flesh, bone, skin, textiles, hair, singing, tides, and visible technical systems. Read more International Location Dock 11 Kastanienallee 79 10435 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://dock11-berlin.de/theater/programm/spielplan/monumento Buy tickets
Panel discussion © Fabian Schellhorn Panel discussion 27/08/2026 The Great Disarray: A New Beginning or the End? Panel discussion 27/08/2026 The West is losing influence—economically, politically, and morally. Authoritarian forces are gaining ground even in formerly liberal societies. Read more International Politics & Society Location Haus der Berliner Festspiele - Großer Saal Schaperstr. 24 10719 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://www.berlinerfestspiele.de/reflexe-und-reflexionen/programm/2026/kalender/die-grosse-unordnung Buy tickets
Dance & Performance © Lea Dietrich Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 + 2 additional dates Carbon Negative Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 + 2 additional dates Blurring the lines between laboratory, interaction, and audiovisual performance, Carbon Negative creates a shared space for reflection, provocation, and possibilities for action. Read more International Environment & Future Location F40 - English Theatre Berlin & Theater Thikwa Fidicinstraße 40 10965 Berlin Time 20:00 pm Buy tickets
Play © Jasmin Schuller Play 27/08/2026 + 5 additional dates Der erste fiese Typ Play 27/08/2026 + 5 additional dates Cheryl is a tidy person. At least, that's what she thinks of herself: After all, thanks to her self-invented method of daily organization (no unnecessary trips around the house, avoiding dishes by eating directly from the pots and pans, reading books on the… Read more Location Deutsches Theater Berlin Schumannstraße 13 A 10117 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://www.deutschestheater.de/programm/produktionen/der-erste-fiese-typ Buy tickets
Cabaret & Comedy © Promo Cabaret & Comedy 27/08/2026 FIL: Endlich wieder jung Cabaret & Comedy 27/08/2026 Youth – that long one-way street full of wrong-way drivers. Read more Open Air Location Luftschloss Tempelhofer Feld Tempelhofer Feld 12101 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://luftschloss-tempelhoferfeld.de/programm/fil-endlich-wieder-jung/
Dance & Performance © Jorge Gomes Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 + 1 additional date Flamenco Tablao Dance & Performance 27/08/2026 + 1 additional date How does traditional flamenco live on in the bodies of the young artists who dance and practice it today? Nowhere is the interplay between tradition and the spirit of the times more palpable than in the tablao. Read more International Location Junges Tanzhaus Berlin Lucy-Lameck-Str. 32 12049 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://junges-tanzhaus-berlin.de/de/kalender/flamenco-tablao
Pop Electro Rock © MULAY Pop Electro Rock 27/08/2026 FLINTA* Voices Pop Electro Rock 27/08/2026 Johanna Amelie & Mulay—two artists, two perspectives, an evening filled with music. Johanna Amelie blends New Folk and indie pop with social commentary, while Mulay creates cinematic soundscapes that span alternative R&B, soul, trip-hop, and electronica. Both… Read more Free of charge LGBTI City of music Location Galerie KungerKiez Karl-Kunger-Straße 15 12435 Berlin Time 20:00 pm – 22:00 pm
Concerts © Julian James & Beci Kate Concerts 27/08/2026 Julian James and Beci Kate Album Tour "Prey to the Crow" Concerts 27/08/2026 Julian James & Beci Kate are an Australian Americana and blues duo whose spirited performances are characterized by soulful vocals, driving rhythms, fiery guitar work, and songs that speak of heart, passion, and real-life experiences. Read more Berlin's neighbourhoods City of music Location Zimmer 16 Florastraße 16 13187 Berlin Time 20:00 pm – 22:00 pm https://zimmer16.com/ Buy tickets
Blues & Jazz © Martin Lillich Blues & Jazz 27/08/2026 Martin Lillich Quartet Blues & Jazz 27/08/2026 Martin Lillich presents his favorite pieces with his favorite musicians. Jazz with heart—and a touch of humor here and there—is the theme of the evening. Trips to North and South America, the Middle East, Africa, and many other regions have left their mark on… Read more Free of charge City of music Location Alte Feuerwache Friedrichshain Marchlewskistraße 6 10243 Berlin Time 20:00 pm
Dancing © Sara Rman Dancing 27/08/2026 + 2 additional dates MASTERWORK FOR SIX DANCERS Dancing 27/08/2026 + 2 additional dates “MASTERWORK FOR SIX DANCERS” celebrates the expressive power of the body while simultaneously presenting it with unusual challenges. Read more International Summer of Culture Location HAU1 - HAU Hebbel am Ufer Stresemannstraße 29 10963 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://www.tanzimaugust.de/produktion/detail/en-knap-masterwork-for-six-dancers Buy tickets
