For the third time, the unfolding forms festival invites you to the Ballhaus Prinzenallee. The festival brings together the Afro-diasporic dance scene and its communities, combining networking, performances, and battle culture in a diverse program.
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The event begins with a networking session. Together with key figures from Berlin’s dance scene, perspectives will be gathered and translated into an action plan for the future of the Afro-diasporic dance scene.
The event will be conducted in both German and English.
- Organization: Walashé Kollektiv
- Moderator: Fanny Kulisch
- Guests: Gabi Beier (director of ada Studios Berlin) & representatives of various dance styles from the Berlin dance scene
WALASHÉ COLLECTIVE
Walashé is a feminist dance collective founded in Berlin in 2018, consisting of the dancers Iman Gele, Lisa Ennaoui, and Laura Kassé. The name “Walashé” means “sisters” and symbolizes the solidarity that unites the collective—artistically, politically, and personally.
Together, they advocate for the visibility of Afro-diasporic dance cultures, create spaces for exchange, performance, and community, and develop their own artistic works at the intersection of Afro-diasporic dance and theater.
Through projects such as the unfolding forms festival, mentoring programs, and stage productions, they are committed to fostering a diverse and more equitable dance landscape and, in particular, to strengthening Berlin’s independent Afro-diasporic dance scene.
Additional information
Accessibility
Accessibility
The event is wheelchair-accessible (ramp/restroom). Light signals in the entrance area assist with orientation. If you require special assistance, please contact the organizers in advance at walashefam@gmail.com.
Awareness
A trained awareness team will be available in the quiet room throughout the event. Materials for awareness support (cooling pads, hygiene items, earplugs, noise-canceling headphones for children, etc.) will be available on-site.
Code of Conduct
The organizers are committed to fostering a respectful, non-discriminatory, and inclusive environment. Discriminatory or racist behavior will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion from the event. By participating, all attendees agree to abide by the Code of Conduct. In the event of conflicts or discriminatory incidents, the Awareness Team and event management will support those affected.
Dates
September 2026
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