Radialsystem
A place for art and ideas
The Radialsystem is actually a former pumping station of Berlin’s sewage system, now decommissioned. Since 2006, it has been a new venue for art and culture: large-scale performances transform the entire building and its outdoor areas into a stage. Concert evenings offer surprises in unusual settings, the studios invite visitors to experience installations – and the open deck right by the Spree, bathed in the evening sun, is the perfect spot for listening sessions with a view of the water.
The stage is set for Berlin’s independent theatre scene
Radialsystem is a cornerstone of Berlin’s independent arts scene: as a venue for contemporary performing arts, the organisation experiments with and presents new forms of artistic expression, particularly in the fields of choreography, musical theatre and concerts, thereby providing international inspiration:
What might the music of the 21st century sound like? How do terms such as ‘classical’ and ‘contemporary’ look from a global perspective? Through the encounter between music and other art forms, the venue seeks forms of expression beyond traditional concert formats or opera, creating space and visibility for local and international artists as part of Berlin’s vibrant dance scene.
A place for diversity of voices and collaboration
The Radialsystem team prides itself on being a good host and works actively and passionately on the question of how we can shape community.
The Radialsystem is a meeting place for exchange and debate: here, high culture is turned on its head and valuable contributions are made to the artistic and social dialogue. You are invited to help shape this vision of a culture for and with everyone.
Radialsystem event venue
At the Radialsystem, the imposing brick architecture of an early 20th-century industrial monument blends with the transparent elegance of two new structures made of glass, steel and exposed concrete, designed by architect Gerhard Spangenberg.
Situated directly on the banks of the River Spree, the building offers approximately 2,500 m² of flexible event space across six floors, ranging from the former machine hall in the historic section (600 m²) to the glass cube (50 m²) with views of the TV Tower and the Red Town Hall. Spacious outdoor areas overlooking the river invite visitors to linger – spectacular sunsets included.
The Radialsystem has quickly established itself as a premier venue for politics, business, science and the media.
Certified Partner
The company is acertified partner in visitBerlin's sustainability programme. Based on 59 criteria, an external agency checks how sustainably a company operates. The criteria include, among others, the treatment of employees, the use of resources and the long-term sustainability strategy.
