KUYUM Tanzplattform 2026

The festival kicks off on September 12 and 13 at the Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW) and continues from September 16 to 20 at the Uferstudios Berlin.

But what exactly is neo-African dance?

Neo-African dance combines techniques, aesthetic principles, and performative forms of expression from African dance traditions with contemporary choreography. Emerging from transcultural encounters and the experiences of the diaspora, it opens up new artistic perspectives on the body, movement, and identity. The focus is on contemporary dance practices inspired by African movement languages, which translate these into innovative choreographic forms.

In its sixth edition, the KUYUM Dance Platform presents nine international dance productions, including three world premieres and four Berlin premieres.

The stage program is complemented by workshops, audience discussions, and other interactive formats that invite people of all ages to engage in exchange, networking, and shared learning.

In the workshops, participants have the opportunity to learn about and experience firsthand the diverse rhythms and movement languages of the African continent.

The KUYUM Dance Platform sees itself as a diverse and inclusive space that promotes artistic participation, transcultural dialogue, and cultural exchange.

Join us and discover new perspectives on dance, movement, and connection!