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THE END OF THE NETWORK: DIGITAL CULTURE AND VISIONS FOR THE FUTURE AT TRANSMEDIALE 2020

THE END OF THE NETWORK: DIGITAL CULTURE AND VISIONS FOR THE FUTURE AT TRANSMEDIALE 2020

Imagine a time before the Internet. Hard, isn’t it? The all-powerful Web and its ability to decentralize infrastructure and make other networks obsolete is the subject of the 33rd Transmediale, titled “End to End.” Running until this Saturday (01.02.2020), the festival for art and digital culture will be exploring how we can approach the concept of the network again – critically, socially and personally. The group exhibition “The Eternal Network” at the Haus der Kulturen der Welt takes us back to the 1960s to address historical issues while making room for contemporary perspectives, while in the video installation “Molecular Sex” from Swiss artist Johanna Bruckner, human and artificial intelligence confront each other directly. AI is also an integral part of the Film & Video Day at the HKW: In Lawrence Lek’s feature film, a fading pop star has new songs written by a computer – “Aidol” – to great success. The week concludes with a two-day symposium, with panels, performances and screenings at the Volksbühne focusing on the pressing questions of what will replace today’s networked systems in the future and what role global political issues (like the climate crisis) will play. This year’s Transmediale focuses on message transfer – so it’s time to expand your own network. (Text: Hanna Komornitzyk / Photos: Ismaël Joffroy Chandoutis, Le Fresnoy & Lawrence Lek & Johanna Bruckner)

Transmediale – End to End
Festival week: 28.01. – 01.02.2020
Tickets available online.

Group Exhibition: The Eternal Network
Haus der Kulturen der Welt, John-Foster-Dulles-Allee 10, 10557 Berlin–Tiergarten; map

During festival week:
Thu 30.01., 11–22h & Fri 31.01. – Sat 02.02., 11–20h

After festival week:
03.02. – 01.03.2020
Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun 12–19h
Thu 12–22h

Volksbühne, Linienstr.227, 10178 Berlin–Mitte; map
Symposium: End to End, Fri 31.01. & Sat 01.02., 10h30–0h
@transmediale

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CURIOUS FOX: A LITERATURE AND EVENTS HUB FOR ENGLISH READERS

CURIOUS FOX: A LITERATURE AND EVENTS HUB FOR ENGLISH READERS

Co-owner of Curious Fox Orla traces her early bookstore memories to The Winding Stair in Dublin – a shop she frequented as a teenager where you can enjoy tea while perusing your next read. In 2003, she opened her Neukölln shop with partner David who, fittingly, she met in a bookshop. Drawing Berliners of all sorts looking for English books, Curious Fox features three rooms of literature – old and new, classic and contemporary. There is a kids section for the youngsters, a range of books from Irish authors and a section of poetry from emerging and established poets from across Berlin. The shop is a centerpoint for the English-speaking literary community, running events most weeks of the month. The “Isn’t Everything Poetry” night offers an open mic and a welcoming atmosphere for budding lyricists to share their work publicly for the first time, and the next edition (04.02.2020 20–23h) will feature readings by poet Síofra McSherry and writer Bernadette Geyer. Don’t forget the quiz night – the winner of the seven–round contest gets a cash prize. (Text: Scarlett Peeters / Photos: Savannah van der Niet)

Curious Fox, Flughafenstr.22, 12053, Berlin–Neukölln; map
Mon–Fri 10–19h
Sat 10–18h
@curiousfoxbooks

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MASH PIT: FRESH BREWS ON TAP AND WORKSHOPS FOR BEER-LOVERS IN THE GRAEFEKIEZ

MASH PIT: FRESH BREWS ON TAP AND WORKSHOPS FOR BEER-LOVERS IN THE GRAEFEKIEZ

Beer is, of course, the German national drink. And almost as much fun as enjoying a refreshing ale or pilsner is brewing one yourself. Alas, producing a good brew at home can be quite a challenge, which is why Tim Hauke and Christian Gläser opened their own open-access brewery, Mash Pit, at beginning of 2019. Anyone with the time and passion can come to their bright and airy premises in Neukölln’s Graefekiez and do some brewing. The only requirement before you can work at one of their six brewing stations is to complete a six-hour workshop. There Christian will tell you everything you need to know about barley, hops and fermentation. Did you know, for example, that the color and taste of beer depends on how the barley is germinated and dried? By the end you can proudly hold your very own self-made beer in your hands before it goes into the cooler for four to six weeks. And if you can’t wait that long, there are a range of home-brewed beers available on tap for instant consumption. (Text: Hanna Komornitzyk / Photos: Savannah van der Niet)

Mash Pit, Graefestr.71, 10967 Berlin–Kreuzberg; map
Wed–Sat 12–22h, Sun 12–20h

Workshops in German and English.
@mashpitbrewery

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ONLINE AND ONSITE — DISCOVER AND SHOP FRESH DESIGNS AT FREIRAUM
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ONLINE AND ONSITE — DISCOVER AND SHOP FRESH DESIGNS AT FREIRAUM

Scrolling through my social media feeds, I’m always discovering new designers, makers and curators that tickle my fancy. But when it comes to these smaller young brands, I often have to buy the products “blind” off their websites. Here’s an idea though: what if you could sit on that new chair or test out that untried hand cream before taking the leap? Well that’s the idea behind Freiraum, a new shop concept on Friedrichstraße that collects pieces from up and coming online boutiques and showcases them for you to see, feel and test in person. The brands available read like a who’s who of top innovators and visionaries in the fashion, design and cosmetic worlds. Besides local names like father and son menswear team Tom Àdam and Shanghai Tofu with their spunky shirts and accessories, you’ll find international designers like Barcelona-based M2Malletier with their minimalist, surreal bags, and sustainably-made garments from Henriette von Grünberg. After trying out it’s time for the cool part: just scan the product’s QR-Code, pay, and your stuff is sent right to your door. 2020 is the year of bricks and clicks. (Text: Benji Haughton / Photos: Yuto Yamada & Kfir Harbi für Freiraum)

Freiraum, Friedrichstr.68, Quartier 205, 10117 Berlin–Mitte; map
Mon–Sat 10–19h

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@freiraumofficial

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CRAZY KIMS: TRADITIONAL KOREAN CUISINE MEETS CUTTING-EDGE SEOUL FOOD CULTURE — RECOMMENDED BY HIEN LE
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CRAZY KIMS: TRADITIONAL KOREAN CUISINE MEETS CUTTING-EDGE SEOUL FOOD CULTURE — RECOMMENDED BY HIEN LE

Amidst the hype of Korean Barbecue, bi bim bab and kimchi, Hae-Jung Kim, one of my favorite Kreuzberg locals, opened the doors of Crazy Kims in summer 2019, steps away from Lausitzer Platz and Markthalle Neun. It had been a longtime dream of Hae-Jung’s to open her own Korean restaurant infused with creativity, a love of good food and a real passion for showing Berliners how much the cuisine has to offer. She and her kitchen team combine traditional specialties from her childhood with the latest culinary trends straight from Seoul. One of my favorite dishes is Hae-Jung’s Mandus (Korean dumplings), which are covered in a thin, crispy rice flour crust. Biting into one is like breaking through the crust of a perfect crème brûlée. And while every stew is rich and delicious, the Galbitang (beef broth) is a truly special, yet simple delight. A wide range of tasty meat-free options mean the vegans and vegetarians don’t miss out either. Tip: reserve your table at the weekend – Kim’s fills up quick! (Text: Hien Le / Photos: Savannah van der Niet)

Hien Le is a true Berliner and a fashion designer based in Kreuzberg @studiohienle.

Crazy Kims, Muskauer Str.12, 10999 Berlin–Kreuzberg; map
Tue–Sat 17–0h, Sun 16–23h
@crazykims

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