June/July 2025

Anna Berry: The Constantly Moving Happiness Machine, until 20 July, Forschungscampus Dahlem

Anna Berry’s art installation expands the perspective of the Forschungscampus Dahlem’s Denkraum (Think Tank Space) in its current exploration of “Time & Temporality.” The work sheds light on the entanglement of time, consumption, and manipulation, examining the acceleration of consumption and the incessant creation of needs as a mechanism of our economic system.

ARTS: Jeremy Deller exhibition, until 6 July, Kunstverein Hannover

Curated by Turner Prize winner Jeremy Deller (b. 1966, London), An Exhibition for Children (and Other People) brings together outstanding works by internationally renowned conceptual artists who engage in creating playful, interactive and poetic moments.

EXHIBITION: PURPLE PATH art and sculpture trail, Chemnitz 2025

Chemnitz is European Capital of Culture in 2025. Part of its cultural programme is PURPLE PATH, an art and sculpture trail that will showcase works by renowned international, national and Saxon artists. The result is an exhibition in public space which includes pieces from Tony Cragg, Richard Long and Sean Scully.

FASHION: Berlin Fashion Week: Concept Competition, 30 June – 3 July, Berlin

Berlin Fashion Week is set to return this June with a bold celebration of creativity and innovation. This season, five exciting newcomers, including UK-based designer David Koma, have been added to the official show calendar.

LITERATURE: Louise Brown reading, 9 July, Ahaus

Louise Brown, born in London in 1975, moved to northern Germany with her family as a teenager. She studied political science and is a journalist. In her book “What Remains When We Die,” she talks about her experiences as a funeral speaker. She will read from her book and have a conversation with Nikolaus Schneider. 

MUSIC: Georgia Crandon & Band in Zwingenberg and Münster, 12 and 20 September

Georgia Crandon is a rising singer/songwriter with a distinct sound that seamlessly blends elements of retro pop and soul. With a voice that is both powerful and vulnerable, Georgia's music is a reflection of her own personal experiences and struggles, infused with raw honesty and emotion. Get tickets for her two Germany tour dates here.

MUSIC: Irish Festival Berlin, 15 and 16 August, ufaFabrik Berlin

A lively weekend of Irish music, dance, and literature. Opening with Madraí (Liam Blaney & Chris Cronin), the festival features award-winning musicians Laoise Kelly and Tola Custy, champion dancers, and readings from Irish Diary. Highlights include The Four Fellas, Jigs and Reels Dance Academy, and a rousing finale by Murphy’s Law. Tickets here.

MUSIC: Lucy Woodward, Weikersheim and Backnang, May and October

Lucy Woodward is a powerhouse singer whose soulful, impeccably controlled vocals will turn on a dime, from a runaway-train full-throttle intensity to a soft, slow burning sultry whisper, only to take you back into an inferno. Born in London, Lucy spent her childhood in New York and the Netherlands. She is the daughter of two classical musicians – her father a conductor and composer, and her mother an opera singer, musicologist, teacher, and belly dancer.

MUSIC: Nick Woodland & Band on tour, various venues across Germany, April, July, September, October, December

Rumour has it Nick Woodland once turned down the Rolling Stones. Whether true or not, he's hailed by the Süddeutsche Zeitung as “the most relaxed, best and most versatile rhythm and blues guitarist far and wide.” A studio collaborator with legends like Boney M., Donna Summer and The Clash, Woodland is now touring Germany—with stops in Fürth, Munich and more. Tour dates here.

VISUAL ARTS (upcoming): John Akomfrah: The Unfinished Conversation, 25 July until 2 November, Kunstmuseum Ravensburg

John Akomfrah’s The Unfinished Conversation (2012) is a poignant tribute to cultural theorist Stuart Hall, exploring his idea that identity is fluid and ever-evolving. Across three screens, Akomfrah weaves archival footage with historic moments, creating a rich visual and audio tapestry. The result is a powerful reflection on how we understand ourselves and others. More info here.