Programme

While many exhibitions are considered finished upon opening, “Radical Playgrounds” challenges this notion, embarking on a journey together with architects, artists, mediators, researchers, neighbours and visitors to transform and expand the art parcours with its overarching programme starting at the end of April. Embracing the motto “From Competition to Collaboration”, “Radical Playgrounds” invites everybody to convert the former parking lot of the Gropius Bau into a vibrant public space. Through a series of workshops, talks and guided tours, participants will build real and imaginary bridges together, invent games and embody collaborations. In weekly discussions with international guests, the on-site playable installations will be contextualised, and the diverse meanings of play and its socio-political implications will be explored. The programme poses questions: How does “Radical Playgrounds” sound, speak, feel, smell and taste? What can practice and opportunity spaces for coexistence and collaborative interaction between humans and nature look like? How can spatial infrastructure be made more inclusive, social and equitable? The public programme is an invitation to play, but also a platform for contemplation that strengthens community bonds, especially right now, and creates opportunities to deepen existing neighbourly relationships.