Street Painting Exhibitions in Bremen: Sights to See at La Strada
Ready, Steady, La Strada!
Bremen's bustling streets are about to become an artistic playground again with the return of La Strada. This year, the 31st edition of the international street arts festival promises to be bigger and better than ever.
While estimating the exact number of attendees for La Strada can be tricky, with 25,000 guests per day being a rough ballpark figure, festival director Tobias Pflug admits that it's difficult to keep track of the festival crowd due to its wide appeal and constantly moving performances.
Over the past few years, La Strada has managed to stir up excitement in Bremen's city center, attracting up to 100,000 visitors - all for free! The event unfolds over four days and 13 venues, including the Wallanlagen, Böttcherstraße, Schnoor, Institut français (Contrescarpe 19), and the Goetheplatz. A total of 21 artist groups from seven countries will put on 73 shows.
What to Expect at La Strada 2025
Last year, new festival directors Frederieke Behrens and Tobias Pflug faced a tight deadline when organizing the event. However, for this year's extravaganza, they've had more lead time to prepare. Consequently, La Strada will return to its usual scale featuring stages in the Wallanlagen, as well as new venues such as the Böttcherstraße and the Schnoor. The garden of the Institut français (Contrescarpe 19) and the Goetheplatz in front of the Theater Bremen will also serve as exciting new performance spaces.
In addition to the expanded lineup, La Strada will introduce a new format: "La Strada goes to school!" This initiative aims to bring around 2,000 students to morning performances. The festival's website has also been given an accessibility upgrade with easy-to-understand information and most venues having space for wheelchair users, according to Behrens.
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Don't Miss These Shows
The German-Dutch ensemble "Common Ground" is worth keeping an eye out for, says La Strada spokesperson Kathrin Bahr. Known for their captivating performances, the artists will open the festival at 9:30 PM on Thursday, June 12, on the Wiesenbühne in the Wallanlagen behind the Kunsthalle. Another must-see event is the La Strada Gala, which takes place on June 14 and 15 at 8 PM at the Bremer Shakespeare Company. Tickets cost 35 euros (reduced 28 euros) and offer a condensed, indoor version of La Strada's street art.
The Magic of La Strada
La Strada wouldn't be possible without the dedication of its 80 volunteers, who can be spotted in their red vests throughout the festival. The festival's reputation among artists has been bolstered by Bremen audience's generosity, according to festival director Tobias Pflug. Don't forget to show your support by contributing to the hat-passing tradition that's been a part of La Strada for years.
To learn more about the ensembles, the schedule, and ticket sales, visit the official La Strada website. Don't miss out on the magic in Bremen this year!
Insights: The 31st La Strada festival in Bremen is expected to take place from June 12-15, across 13 venues. The event will feature 21 artist groups from seven countries performing 73 shows. This year, La Strada will introduce a new format called "La Strada goes to school," which aims to bring 2,000 students to morning performances. New venues for 2025 include the Böttcherstraße, Schnoor, Institut französais (Contrescarpe 19), and the Goetheplatz in front of the Theater Bremen. The German-Dutch ensemble "Common Ground" and the La Strada Gala are two highlights not to be missed. The festival is known for its traditional hat-passing ritual and is largely run by around 80 dedicated volunteers.
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The lifestyle at La Strada 2025 promises to be an entertaining spectacle with the return of the international street arts festival, featuring a bigger scale and new venues such as Böttcherstraße and Schnoor. For those seeking to immerse in the unique ambiance, a must-see show is the La Strada Gala, which offers a condensed indoor version of street art, held at the Bremer Shakespeare Company for 35 euros (reduced 28 euros).
