Tanzplattform Deutschland
The most important showcase for contemporary dance in Germany
About Tanzplattform
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Showcase for German Dance Art
Since 1994, Tanzplattform Deutschland has been held every two years at changing venues. It sees itself as both a showcase and a discourse forum: a five-member jury selects 10 to 13 outstanding works from the entire German dance production of the past two years, which are shown in concentrated form within a few days. For the German dance scene, the platform is the most important place for mediation to international organizers, festivals, and programs.
2026 in Dresden for the First Time
After Stuttgart, Munich, Berlin, and Mannheim, Tanzplattform will stop in Dresden for the first time in 2026. The venue is HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts, which, with its iconic festival hall from the garden city settlement of Hellerau, is one of the most historically significant places in the modern dance movement. Émile Jaques-Dalcroze founded rhythmic gymnastics here over 100 years ago – since then, Hellerau has been closely associated with dance history.
Program: Selection 2026 and Plattform Plus
The main program «Auswahl 2026» (Selection 2026) presents the selected productions. Accompanying this is «Plattform Plus» with discussions, workshops, artist talks, and industry meetings. The festival journal, produced in cooperation with tanzschreiber, provides reviews and analyses of the works shown.
In the State of Saxony
Dresden is the capital of the state of Saxony and an independent city (AGS 14612). HELLERAU is located in the Hellerau district in the north of the city – it takes 20 minutes by tram from the main train station to the festival hall. Tanzplattform 2026 is an important cultural and political upgrade for Dresden's independent dance scene.
Tanzplattform — edition 2026
13 Selected Productions
The 2026 selection brings together 13 productions that have shown particular artistic quality in the past two seasons. The jury opted for a mix of established choreographers and younger, less-known voices.
Accompanying Program: Plattform Plus
In addition to the stage program, Plattform Plus offers discussions, workshops, artist talks, and industry meetings. The festival journal, in cooperation with tanzschreiber, provides critical coverage and analysis.
In Dresden for the First Time
After being hosted in various German cities, Tanzplattform will be held in Dresden for the first time in 2026 – at HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts, one of the most historically significant venues in modern dance culture.
Programme Tanzplattform 2026
Festival Key Dates
- Venue: HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts, Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 56, 01109 Dresden
- Dates: March 11 to 15, 2026 (5 days)
- Opening Hours: Tue/Thu/Fri 11 AM–6 PM, Wed 11 AM–4 PM, Sat 1 PM–6 PM, Sun/Holidays 11 AM–4 PM
Selection 2026 – The Selected Artists
- Katharina Senzenberger
- Kat Válastur
- MOUVOIR
- Jessica Nupen
- Adam Linder
- Claire Cunningham
- Regina Rossi
- Ceren Oran
- Stefan Kaegi / Rimini Protokoll
- Charles A. Washington
- Ewa Dziarnowska
- Eszter Salamon
- Elsa Artmann
Accompanying Program
- Plattform Plus – Discussions, workshops, artist talks
- Festival Journal in cooperation with tanzschreiber
- Festival Center – Accreditation, professional visitor services, networking
Highlights Tanzplattform 2026
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Getting There
Take tram line 8 from Dresden Hauptbahnhof towards Hellerau to the final stop Karl-Liebknecht-Straße. By car, take the A4 motorway (exit Dresden-Hellerau).
Tickets
Tickets are available via tanzplattform2026.de and at the HELLERAU box office. Accreditation for trade visitors is available via the festival website.
Accreditation
International programmers, curators, and journalists can register via the festival website. The Festival Center offers professional services and networking opportunities.
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Where it takes place Tanzplattform
HELLERAU – Europäisches Zentrum der Künste
Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 56, 01109 Dresden