2024 was a difficult year. The wars continue, the climate crisis shows no signs of abating and democracies are beginning to falter again: The multiple crises of our time continue to have us firmly in their grip. Mutual understanding, encounters and dialog are more important than ever – especially in the realms of art and culture.

We still need open spaces in which different perspectives can be visualised and discussed. We want to work towards this also in 2025. Our solidarity goes out to all institutions, initiatives and projects in all areas of society which are affected by the cuts. You can find more information and ways to support further at #BerlinIstKultur and #Unkürzbar (in German language).

We wish you a happy and healthy new year 2025!

By the way, the planning for Tanz im August 2025 has already begun. We will reveal the first details soon... so stay tuned!

At this year's festival 18 productions were shown at 10 venues – 3 world premieres, 10 German premieres, and 7 Berlin and international co-productions with a total of 46 performances.

With ticket sales at 97% and 18.500 visitors, the festival was able to build on the successes of previous years – with much positive resonance from its very wide and diverse audience.

Tanz im August was visited by 600 professionals from the national and international dance scene. 95 regional, national, and international journalists were accredited this year.

We would like to thank all participating artists and their teams, our sponsors and supporters, partner venues, cooperation- and media partners and, last but not least, our audience for this unforgettable festival!

This year's aftermovie gives a small impression of the wonderful festival atmosphere – take a look! (Video: ©Naima Maleika)