The uncurated space

Editor Soraja Hagspiel

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How does programme design work in an uncurated space? The Brücki 235 association has a solution that should benefit the independent dance, theatre and performance scene.

The "uncurated space" for the independent scene, which functions entirely without the filter of an artistic director or curator, has been in existence for over a year. The aim of the Brücki 235 project is to create low-threshold rehearsal and performance opportunities and to strengthen the position of freelance artists in the fields of dance, performance and theatre. The work and rehearsal spaces are managed and organised by the members themselves. For the performance windows, the project in turn moves to existing cultural centres, which provide the appropriate stage. The great thing about this is that no new infrastructure is required, but the stage and the environment in particular are always different. This certainly has an effect on the projects that are shown in the respective windows. And ideally, the independent scene can benefit from the existing audience of the respective theatre - and the theatre, of course, vice versa.

When reading "uncurated", the question inevitably arises as to who actually decides which projects are shown in a performance window. It is organised by a committee made up of representatives of the independent theatre scene. Places are allocated by lottery so that different people are always able to participate in this committee. The selection of projects for the performance windows is therefore a grassroots democratic process and is intended to enable greater diversity and equal opportunities in the art scene. The next performance window will take place this week at the Kulturmarkt in Wiedikon.

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Programme performance window: 13 - 15 June

Over the course of three days, 8 exciting and fresh contributions from the fields of dance, theatre and performance can be seen. Every evening, different groups and artists, both young and established, will present short and longer pieces. Elina Kim will kick things off on Thursday, 13 June with "forever guest". A reflection on the role of the guest and migrant culture of remembrance. Inbar Elkayam's "INSIGHT" is a profound exploration of inner worlds. And Mari brings a poetic dance with moths to the stage with "ALI DI CENERE".

On Friday 14 June, Manning Dong presents "Möbius", a performance that draws the audience into endless loops. The group Raumflucht with Neil Höhener, Vera Héritier and Did Schaffer will present "tanzt und ihr seid nicht verloren", a touching piece about cohesion and loss. Marta Allocco juxtaposes hard shells and soft cores in "Hard Shell", while Soraya Leila Emery's group Hot Stuff explores the various facets of female desire in "TURN ON". Saturday 15 June offers a special highlight with the Institute for Lesbian Affairs (ILA). "We've grown younger since then" is about queer coming of age.

Thursday, 13 to Saturday, 15 June at the Kulturmarkt