CULTURAL POLICY
What book culture should the federal government protect?
Between diversity, competition and reading promotion: what the federal government can do for books — and where its remit ends.
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9 articles from all sections, newest first.
BACKGROUND
After the Art Festival: Who Takes Over the Church?
After Manifesta, Bochum’s Christ-König church is once again at the centre of a question about its future. Architectural designs suggest possible cultural uses — but a venue only becomes viable when local need, operations and construction costs align.
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Who pays for change in cultural institutions?
New models require not just money, but staff time and political backing too. What a federal programme can achieve — and what it cannot.
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CULTURAL POLICY
What a Berlin cultural funding law can achieve
A cultural funding law could put procedures on a firmer footing. But the crucial question – how much money is available – will still be decided through the budget.
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Mentoring can open doors – but who changes the institutions?
26 women are joining the German Cultural Council’s six-month mentoring programme. The greater test, however, lies with institutions and their staffing and decision-making processes.
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Nestroy Awards: Who becomes visible in theatre?
Music and ensemble performance are getting their own categories at the Nestroy Awards. An occasion to reflect on the power and limits of giving awards.
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CULTURAL POLICY
Bundesrat calls for protection for freelance artists
A new KSK pillar is intended to cushion gaps in income. The Bundesrat is calling for it – but specific rules and funding remain undecided.
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STAGE
Erfurt plans a change at the theatre’s helm
Rota is expected to take over in 2028, Jagels as early as 2026. In between, Theater Erfurt will not simply be keeping things running, but preparing for its future leadership.
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Salzburg’s brief joint leadership: who shares the power?
Sophia Aurich is leaving the artistic leadership of Schauspielhaus Salzburg early. What the case reveals about shared responsibility in theatre.
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