Buckle up: What’s Happening this Spring in Berlin
The season has started: days are longer, brighter, and more hectic. Find here some art, music and festival events that are happening now (spring 2022) in Berlin.
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Def Poetry: Elevating Spoken Word on TV with Rawkus Records and Mos Def
The profound connection between rap and rhythm and poetry in Hip Hop culture. Explore Def Jam's groundbreaking TV show featuring spoken word poets, impactful performances, and the artistic brilliance of legendary artists.
My Year of Rest and Relaxation: What Could Go Wrong When You Postpone Life and Go to Sleep?
Ottessa Moshfegh’s main character in ‘My year of rest and relaxation’, a dark comedy published in 2018, decides to sleep for one year to shake off the weariness of being alive. And what could go wrong?
Hand-Painted Shoe Boxes and Abstract Motifs: Unveiling the Artistic Fusion of Denise Rudolph Frank and New Balance
Discover the captivating artistry of Denise Rudolph Frank, a declaration of love for naivety and friskiness through dreamy prints and vivid colors. Experience the unique collaboration between Denise and New Balance, merging retrofuturism with humor and innovative heritage. Unleash your individuality with hand-painted shoe boxes and abstract motifs.
Queerness and Social Commentary: Sculptures by Ella Douglas
The stomping of dildo heels echoing through a green corridor. Everywhere she goes, she takes a bag of sour Maoam candy with her. Ella Douglas is the conceptualizer and designer who embraces her fluidity through scaling objects and performance art. Sculptures exploring themes of queerness and social commentary. The Central Saint Martin´s student adds distortions, where artificial intelligence can smurk through an argyle gown.
AXEL VINDENES IN BERLIN – AN EXHIBITION AT THE NEWLY OPENED OBEY ART SPACE BERLIN
Renowned artist Shepard Fairey, founder of street art, has taken the world by storm since his debut in 1989. With global exhibitions and the success of his clothing brand, OBEY, Fairey continues to make waves. The recent opening of OBEY Berlin Art Space showcases his commitment to supporting local and international artists. Explore the captivating works of Norwegian artist Axel Vindenes and experience the unexpected beauty of his oil-on-canvas masterpieces. Visit www.studiovindenes.com for more information.
Matt Reeves’ The Batman: A Riveting Tale of Vengeance, Crime, and RedemptionMatt Reeves’ The Batman
The gritty and dark portrayal of Batman in Matt Reeves' "The Batman." This neo-noir detective movie stays true to the character's roots, combining action-packed sequences with the exploration of mental health. Prepare for a thrilling journey through Gotham's corrupt underbelly
How Ana Mendieta’s Body-Earth Feminised Land Art
Ana Mendieta' earth-body sculptures, as opposed to land artists' pieces, were ephemeral and fragile, almost absent, and they embraced narratives of violence against women and displacement.
Re-Defining Porn with CHEEX
To get a better understanding of what is going wrong in the porn industry and how we can do better, we met with a spokesperson from CHEEX, the sexual-welness start-up who aims ro re-define porn.
Celebrating Identity and Heritage: The Power of Hair in Nana D’Artist’s Poem
Discover the power of hair as an expression of identity and heritage in Nana D'Artist's poem, "My Hair is More Than Your Perception of Me." With afrocentric imagery and conscious storytelling, the Berlin-based Ghanaian artist delves into the significance of hair in reflecting history, ethnicity, and creativity. Experience the captivating metaphors and cultural richness.
