the holiday season is in full swing – Christmas markets are buzzing, and the city hums with the warmth of final gatherings before the year winds down. It’s a time defined by pleasure, connection, and the anticipation of new beginnings.
This month, we’re embracing the spirit of the season with events that bring together creativity, community, and a touch of festivity. From a delightful culinary pop-up in Mitte to a sultry evening of poetry and sensuality with Mary Katharine Tramontana, our December recommendations offer something to spark your curiosity and nourish your soul. Don’t miss our holiday market on Sunday, where we’ve teamed up with HHV to get you in a festive mood. For those seeking movement and connection, join a Dabke dance workshop – a celebration of tradition, resistance, and togetherness, guaranteed to lift your spirits. And as we look ahead to the new year, we are highlighting an exhibition spotlighting emerging voices and new perspectives in photography and video art.
Wherever and however you celebrate, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a peaceful break.
Artist Talk: Poetics of Submission – Mary Katharine Tramontana
Desire has the power to transform or unravel us – fueling change, self-discovery, or even self-destruction. On Saturday, writer and photographer Mary Katharine Tramontana will be in conversation with sex industry researcher Lex Gillon, as they explore her photography and her book Serious Pleasures: Poems of Lust and Longing. Expect a candid discussion on sexuality, art, and the complexities of desire, accompanied by cocktails and music.
Event date: Saturday, December 14, 19:00, Jergon, Wrangelstraße 76 10997 Berlin
Vinyl Vibes & Holiday Finds
Did you know we stock records in our Fotografiska Store? Next Sunday, we’re taking it to the next level with a specially curated showcase of holiday-inspired vinyls from HHV, Friedrichshain’s go-to destination for black gold. Join us for a fresh twist on holiday shopping, featuring a handpicked assortment of holiday-inspired vinyl – perfect for every music lover on your list. While you browse, sip warm Glühwein and enjoy festive beats by Krisengebeat and TMNIT, a collaborator of Grammy-nominated DJ Werd.
Event date: Sunday, December 15, 11:00 - 16:00, Fotografiska Berlin, Oranienburger Str. 54 10117 Berlin
SAVVY Contemporary: The Laboratory of Form-Ideas – Dabke dance workshop
Dabke is a traditional folk dance originating in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, Jordan, and Iraq, known for its rhythmic stomping, line formations, and the sense of togetherness it inspires. This workshop, led by Lebanese designer / urban researcher based in Berlin Nancy Naser Al Deen, focuses on the Baalbeck styles of Dabke, guiding participants through basic steps and variations that embody resistance, celebration, and connection. By the end, a collective Dabke circle will come to life, sparking warmth and solidarity even as sunshine remains scarce.
Participation is open to all, though spots are limited. Sign up via the SAVVY website.
Event date: Wednesday, December 18, Reinickendorfer Straße 17, 13347 Berlin
FINER DINER - Pop-up
What would the holiday season be without cozy treats and get-togethers with friends and loved ones. Wrap up the year with FINER DINER, a three-night pop-up collaboration from Lucky You Studios and Material at Casa Camper Berlin. The Berlin-based culinary studio will present a playful à la carte menu featuring twists on classic home dishes and cross-cultural creations. Expect irresistible bar snacks, spicy starters, seasonal mains, and indulgent desserts crafted from the best local purveyors in the city.
Event date: Thursday, December 12 – Saturday, December 14, 2024, Casa Camper, Weinmeisterstraße 1, 10178 Berlin
INSIDE OUT!, presented by Berlin’s Exposed Collective, explores the boundaries between inner and outer worlds, identity, and perception through 32 thought-provoking photo and video works. The collective, known for fostering spaces of exchange and showcasing diverse, emerging voices, uses photography and film to challenge societal norms and inspire new perspectives. Curated by emerging talents Felicia Feith, Vanessa Alica Kunert, and Lula Bornhak, this free show opens on January 10 with a night of DJ sets and drinks – a perfect way to kick off the new year.
Event date: Vernissage, Friday, January 10, 2025, 18:00, Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien, Mariannenplatz 2, 10997 Berlin
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