Berlin Art Week 2025 Preview: Halilaj Opera, Parker Storms, and a Party of Self-reliant Galleries
Berlin’s vibrant art scene is gearing up for its annual showcase, with Berlin Art Week 2025 scheduled to run from September 10-14. The event promises a diverse program highlighting both established institutions and the crucial independent galleries that define the city’s cultural identity.
This year’s edition arrives at a pivotal moment,as Berlin’s art community navigates ongoing challenges while reaffirming its commitment to artistic innovation and inclusivity. The week will feature a compelling mix of exhibitions, performances, and discussions, offering a complete look at contemporary art trends and the forces shaping the city’s creative landscape.
Among the key highlights, the Hamburger Bahnhof will present ‘an Opera Out of Time’ by Petrit Halilaj, a unique collaboration featuring an opera composed by the artist with the Kosovo Philharmonic.Nearby, Fluentum will host multiple exhibitions, including Cornelia Parker’s ‘stolen Thunder (A Storm Gathering)’ and Phoebe Collings-James’ ‘The subtle rules the dense.’
according to curator Katrin Stehle, “Berlin’s cultural landscape has long been shaped by its diversity; this section emphasises how vital the independent scene is in sustaining the city’s cultural identity amid current challenges.”
Further details and a complete program schedule are available at berlinartweek.de/en.
