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Berlin What's On Guide

17 May"

What's On Today: Thursday 17 May 2012

AngloINFO Berlin's comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the Berlin region with events, music, sport and more…
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Art & Exhibitions
ARTandPRESS
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Friday 23 March 2012 To: Sunday 24 June 2012
Modern art exhibition looking at how truth is perceived by the newspaper media with works by over 50 international artists includign Andy Warhol, Ai Weiwei,...
Children's Events
Magic Show for Children
Every Sun, Thu, Fri, Sat
Daily magic shows for children from Thursday to Sunday by Igor Jedlin, star magician from the Moscow State Circus. Performance starts at 15:30. Tickets cost...
Art & Exhibitions
This is What We Eat. We Eat Rice.
From: Saturday 19 November 2011 To: Saturday 23 June 2012
Hands-on exhibition for children from 4-8 years old. See website for detailed information. Open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00 and weekends from 11:00 to...
Children's Events
This is What We Eat. We Eat Rice.
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Saturday 19 November 2011 To: Saturday 23 June 2012
Hands-on exhibition for children from 4-8 years old. See website for detailed information. Open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00 and weekends from 11:00 to...
Art & Exhibitions
Pacific Standard Time
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Thursday 15 March 2012 To: Sunday 10 June 2012
A special exhibition in three sections telling the story of the development of long neglected artwork from the West Coast of the USA from in and around Los...
Berlin Transit
From: Friday 23 March 2012 To: Sunday 15 July 2012
As part of the city's 775th birthday celebrations this exhibition looks at Jewish migrants from Eastern Europe in the 1920s. Admission is €7 standard or...
Children's Events
Kids in ACTION
Every Thu From: Thursday 5 January 2012 To: Thursday 26 July 2012
A 45 minute fun session every Thursday for children age 3 to 6 years old including drama games, songs and creative activities. Sessions start at 16:15. Places...
Film
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
On: Thursday 17 May 2012
Open air cinema showing Oscar winning film "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" starring Gary Oldman. Film is shown in English with German subtitles and...
Social & Community Events
Weekly TV Night - Stammtisch
Every Thu
Everyone is very welcome to come and watch from a selection of British and US tv shows. Bring your own if you wish. Starts at 20:00. At Another Country Book...
Art & Exhibitions
The Kennedys
Every day
Permanent exhibition on the Kennedy family including photographs, official documents, private documents. See website for details of temporary exhibitions. Open...
Border Experiences - Everyday Life of a Divided Germany
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Thursday 15 September 2011 To: Tuesday 30 September 2014
Exhibition of an original border control cabin from the "Palace of Tears" and other original items including personal documents, photographs, film and...
Pergamon-Panorama
From: Friday 30 September 2011 To: Sunday 30 September 2012
A special installation by Berlin artist Yadegar Asisi who has constructed a panoramic view with a difference. Visitors to the rotunda can enjoy panoramic night...
7th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art
From: Friday 27 April 2012 To: Sunday 1 July 2012
The 7th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art takes place. See website for more information. At KW Institute for Contemporary Art, Auguststrasse 69.
Dodo (1907-1998) - A Life in Pictures
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Thursday 1 March 2012 To: Sunday 27 May 2012
The first, long overdue, exhibition of around 120 paintings and sketches by Dodo (born 1907 in Berlin as Doerte Clara Wolff). Open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00...
Elephant Kingdom
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Friday 30 March 2012 To: Friday 31 August 2012
Exhibition which traces the evolution of the elephant and other forms of life and vegetation from over 200,000 years ago. Open Tuesday to Friday from 09:30-18:00...
Builders of the Revolution
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Thursday 5 April 2012 To: Monday 9 July 2012
Exhibition examining architecture in Russia and other member states of the former Soviet Union. Open Wednesday to Monday from 10:00-19;00. Admission is €10...
Creators of Berlin - 775 Portraits - One Network
Every Tue, Wed, Thu From: Wednesday 18 April 2012 To: Sunday 28 October 2012
As part of the city's 775th birthday celebrations this exhibition looks at 75 people whose lives have had a major influence/impact on the city. Open Tuesday and...
Anthony McCall - Five Minutes of Pure Sculpture
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Friday 20 April 2012 To: Sunday 12 August 2012
Exhibition of works by the English-born, New York-based artist Anthony McCall. See website for details. Open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00-18:00, Saturday from...
Events & Festivals
International Literature Award - Haus der Kulturen der Welt 2012
From: Wednesday 1 February 2012 To: Wednesday 6 June 2012
In 2012, for the fourth time, Haus der Kulturen der Welt, Berlin, and Stiftung Elementarteilchen, Hamburg, present the International Literature Prize –...
Art & Exhibitions
Michele Guidarini: Art is dead / Paola Verde: La Cité des enfants perdus
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri From: Thursday 26 April 2012 To: Sunday 27 May 2012
Double solo exhibition by Italian artists Michele Guidarini with his "Art is Dead", and Paola Verde with her "Citè des enfants perdus"....
Art & Exhibitions
Scissor Game
From: Friday 13 April 2012 To: Tuesday 26 June 2012
Art exhibition showcasing collages and prints by Kalle Beckerxhibition. See website for more information. At MoBe - Moving Poets Berlin, Bruno-Buergel-Weg...
Children's Events
Acrobatics
From: Monday 9 January 2012 To: Monday 7 January 2013
Fun acrobatics class for 3-5 year olds. See website for detailed information. Classes held every Monday from 15:45 to 16.30. Monthly class fee is €39....
Pre-Ballet Classes
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Tuesday 10 January 2012 To: Monday 7 January 2013
Introduction to ballet classes for 3-5 year olds. See website for detailed information. Classes held every Tuesday from 15:30 to 16.15. Monthly class fee is...
Pre-Ballet Classes
From: Tuesday 10 January 2012 To: Tuesday 8 January 2013
Introduction to ballet classes for 3-5 year olds. See website for detailed information. Classes held every Tuesday from 16.15 to 17:00. Monthly class fee is...
Pre-Ballet Classes
From: Friday 13 January 2012 To: Friday 4 January 2013
Introduction to ballet classes for 3-5 year olds. See website for detailed information. Classes held every Friday from 15:30 to 16:15. Monthly class fee is...
Movement Classes
Every Thu From: Thursday 12 January 2012 To: Thursday 3 January 2013
Games and music classes for 3-5 year olds aimed at developing movement. See website for detailed information. Classes held every Thursday from 15:50 to 16:35....
Ballet Classes
Every Thu From: Thursday 12 January 2012 To: Thursday 10 January 2013
Ballet classes for 5-7 year olds. See website for detailed information. Classes held every Thursday from 16:40 to 17:30. Monthly class fee is €39. Trial...
Acrobatics Classes
From: Monday 9 January 2012 To: Monday 7 January 2013
Acrobatics classes for children age 7 -9 years old held on Mondays from 16:35 to 17:25. Monthly class fee is €39. Trial hour available for €10. See...
Mom & Me Yoga Class
Every Thu From: Thursday 1 March 2012 To: Thursday 26 July 2012
Parent & child yoga classes for children age 2-3 years every Thursday from 15:00-15:45. See website for detailed information. Monthly class fee is €39....
Ballet for 9-12 year olds
Every Thu From: Thursday 1 March 2012 To: Thursday 26 July 2012
Ballet Dance class for children age 9-12 years held on Thursdays from 17:40 - 19:00. See website for detailed information. Monthly class fee is €39. Trial...
Music: DJ & Clubbing
Everybody Dance Now
Every Thu From: Thursday 5 April 2012 To: Thursday 26 July 2012
90's revival night every Thursday with long forgotten hits of the last decade of the 20th century. At 22:00. At the Alte Kantine, Kulturbrauerei, Schoenhauser...
Pub & Café Entertainment
English Comedy Night
From: Saturday 28 April 2012 To: Saturday 28 July 2012
English Comedy Night every Saturday at 23:45. Admission is €8 standard or €6 students. At the Kookaburra Comedy Club, Schoenhauser Allee 184.
Social & Community Events
Queer Beer Thursdays
Every Thu
English-speaking gay expats get together with Germans for socialisation and a few drinks. Everyone welcome. Group meets every Thursday from 21:00. At Perle Bar,...
Sports Events
Yoga in English
Every Tue, Thu, Fri
Ccertified Hatha Yoga teacher offers weekly classes on Tuesdays at 17:30, Thursdays at 19:30 and Fridays and 17:30. First class costs €45. Private classes...
Talks & Workshops
Yoga for Kids & Parents
Every Thu From: Thursday 19 April 2012 To: Thursday 21 June 2012
Yoga for parents and toddlers (2-3 year olds). Parents and carers welcome. Trial hour €10. Class runs on Thursdays from 15:00-15:45. No class on May 17....
Art & Exhibitions
Divided Heaven 1945 - 1968
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Wednesday 28 December 2011 To: Tuesday 31 December 2013
Exhibition of 20th century art highlighting the globally politically eventful years between 1945 and 1968. See website for detailed information. Open Tuesday to...
Theatre & Shows
Funky Town
From: Friday 20 April 2012 To: Thursday 7 June 2012
Music, fun and acrobatics show with the "Lovely Bastards" at 20:00. Tickets available online. At the Wintergarten, Potsdamer Strasse 96.
Art & Exhibitions
Phenomenon
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Monday 9 April 2012 To: Saturday 19 May 2012
Exhibition of works by artist Patrick Lemke. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00-18:00. At Gotisches Haus, Breite Str. 32.
Art & Exhibitions
Like a Tinderbox! The Berlin Crisis and the Building of the Wall
Every Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Friday 12 August 2011 To: Monday 28 May 2012
Exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the construction of the Berlin Wall.Open Thursday to Tuesday (closed on Wednesday) from 10:00 to 18:00. Admission is...
Music: Classical & Opera
Berlin Philharmonic Lunchtime Concerts
From: Tuesday 6 September 2011 To: Tuesday 19 June 2012
Free classical concert every Tuesday at 13:00 in the foyer of the Philharmonic's Chamber Music Hall. The concert lasts approximately 40 - 50 minutes and is...
Social & Community Events
Connect English Speakers Cultural Club - Berlin e.V
Every Thu
Connect - the English Speakers Cultural Club - Berlin e.V. meets every Thursday at different locations. The group has over 200 members ranging in age from 15 to...
Art & Exhibitions
The Art of Hard Rock
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Friday 13 April 2012 To: Friday 18 May 2012
Exhibition celebrating 40 years of "Hard Rock" with works by world famous artists including self-portraits by Michael Jackson and Billy Idol, paintings...
Social & Community Events
Musical Revue Dance Group
Every Thu
Intermediate dance group meets every Thursday for a vigorous dance workout based on jazz dance and ballet from 19:30 to 20:30. New members welcome to come along...
Sports Events
Touch Rugby
Every Sun, Tue, Thu
Touch rugby trains every Tuesday and Thursday in Wilmersdorf from 18:00 to 21:00 and meets on Sundays for a social touch in Rehberge Volkspark at 14:00. Anyone...
Social & Community Events
Weekly Adult Bible Study Groups
Every Wed, Thu
Weekly bible study groups for adults held every Wednesday evening from 19:00 to 21:00 and Thursday evening from 19:00 to 21:30. Check website calendar for up to...
Art & Exhibitions
Frederick The Great
Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Saturday 28 April 2012 To: Sunday 28 October 2012
Exhibition about the life and impact of the reign of Frederick the Great. Open Sunday to Thursday (except Tuesday) from 10:00-19:00, Friday and Saturday from...
Local Berlin markets taking place today
Berlin-Pankow (website)
Euro Fleamarket
Every day
This market is more of an open-air junkyard with a vast selection of books, glassware, tableware, furniture and more. Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00 (Wednesday from 15:00 to 18:00). At Berliner Str. / Schonensche Str. Nearest public transport links are U Vinetastrasse or Tram: M1, M13. Look out for the Shell petrol station.
Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg (website)
Ökomarkt Kollwitzstraße
Every Thu
Market selling organic foods as well as fairtrade and ethnic goods. From 12:00-19:00. At the junction Kollwitzstraße and Wörther Straße.
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