If the devil doesn’t catch us this weekend, Anna van der Velde just might on Thursday (31.10.2024). In her solo exhibition Beelzebub, the visual artist blends film, performance and technology to create an immersive experience that explores the link between mental health and the digital world. Three shows and a lively after-party will be hosted at Berlin’s Napoleon Komplex. Halloween may be over, but starting Friday (01.11.), you can book your events through Tourist Official and join an artistic community with a touch of the extraterrestrial. This opportunity is open to Berliners, too: Tourist Official is making its debut with a pop-up at Tor86, featuring a DIY workshop, drinks and DJ sets. Saturday (02.11.) brings spooky indulgence at Frizza Bistro. The Italian-inspired restaurant will host a Halloween-themed brunch, serving five mystical courses. For something more active, Sunday (03.11.) offers a unique twist on fitness: Queer Ping Pong at the Gropius Bau invites FLINTA* folks and allies to a table tennis showdown infused with queer club culture and live DJ sets. There’s a spot for everyone, from pros to beginners and children, with equipment provided. This event is free and accessible to all.
Prefer spectating? On Friday (01.11.), the Young Boy Dancing Group celebrates its 10th anniversary with a free performance at the Trautwein Herleth Gallery. For a more immersive experience, consider their three-hour dinner performance on Sunday (03.11.), featuring harp music by Ange Halliwell and artist Caique Tizzi’s creative cuisine. Each dish becomes part of the movement and dance performance. Tickets are available by messaging YBDG directly. Also on Sunday (03.11.), art enthusiasts can enjoy an art talk in German Sign Language at the Berlinische Galerie, exploring the Mariechen Danz exhibition (on display until April 2025). Curators Veronika Kranzpiller and Sieglinde Lemcke especially encourage deaf and sign-language-proficient attendees to join. Registration is on-site, and admission is free.
Text: Emma Zylla / Photos: Roman März, Louange Mubengay & Anna van der Velde / Poster: Oldearth.Design
Napoleon Komplex, Modersohnstr. 35–45, 10245 Berlin–Friedrichshain; Stadtplan
Beelzebub 31.10.2024. Shows 20–22h30. Afterparty 22h30–03h30. Anmeldung via Link.
Tor86, Torstr.86, 10119 Berlin–Mitte; Stadtplan
Tourist Official 01.11.–08.11.2024. Opening 01.11.2024 18–22h
Frizza Bistro, Nürnberger Str.8, 10787 Berlin–Charlottenburg; Stadtplan
Halloween Brunch 02.11.2024 11–13h & 13h30–15h30. Tischreservierung via Link.
Gropiusbau, Niederkirchnerstr.7, 10963 Berlin–Mitte; Stadtplan
Queer Ping Pong 03.11.2024 11–19h
Trautwein Herleth, Kohlfurter Str.41/43, 10999 Berlin–Kreuzberg; Stadtplan
Young Boy Dancing Group 01.11.2024 20h. 03.11.2024 19h. Ticket via DM.
Berlinische Galerie, Alte Jakobstr.124–128, 10969 Berlin–Kreuzberg; Stadtplan
Kunstgespräch in DGS: Mariechen Danz 03.11.2024 14–15h. Anmeldung vor Ort.
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