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Ruhrtriennale 2021: A Celebration of Art and Culture Across Cities
The Ruhrtriennale 2021, a vibrant cultural extravaganza, took place from August 21 to September 21, spreading its wings across the cities of Bochum, Essen, Duisburg, and Gladbeck. This year's festival showcased a diverse array of performances in dance, music, and theater, primarily at industrial heritage sites and unique cultural venues [2][1].
The festival's schedule was rich with key performances at various venues:
- Bochum (Jahrhunderthalle and Turbinenhalle): The Jahrhunderthalle emerged as the central venue, hosting a series of captivating events. These included the concert "Erased Music – Tribute to Wendy Carlos" on August 23 at 18:00, followed by music and dance theater premieres at 20:00 on the same day. Further performances took place on August 24 and 26 at 20:00 [1].
- Gladbeck (Maschinenhalle Zeche Zweckel): This venue played host to two concerts on August 23 at 20:30 and August 24 at 20:00 [1].
- Essen: The Evangelische Kirche Katernberg was the setting for the musical event "Greenwood: 124 Years of Reverb" on August 24 at 14:00. The Maschinenhaus Essen, known for its experimental productions across disciplines, also served as a venue for Ruhrtriennale performances, promoting innovative works by emerging artists [1][5].
Although specific performances in Duisburg were not detailed in the available data, the city was listed as one of the festival cities.
The Ruhrtriennale is renowned for integrating site-specific artistic works in culturally and industrially significant locations. The programming typically combines music theater, contemporary dance, concerts, and sometimes installations, staged in atmospheric venues such as former factories or churches [1].
It's worth noting that many events required advance ticket purchase, but some were also free. The entire Ruhrtriennale program can be found online for those wishing to explore further [1]. This year's festival promised an unforgettable journey through the realms of music, dance, and theater, leaving a lasting impression on the Ruhr region and its visitors.
The Ruhrtriennale 2021, a multifaceted celebration of art and culture, included a variety of entertainment options such as concerts and dance theater performances. These captivating events took place across diverse venues, including the Maschinenhalle Zeche Zweckel in Gladbeck and the Maschinenhaus Essen, known for its experimental productions.
