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From All Sides, Catalyst’s annual Spatial Sound Forum, returns 5–7 March 2026 and the open call for submissions is officially open.

This year’s edition brings together students, alumni, professionals and partners to explore the creative, technical and cultural edges of spatial audio. Through performances, installations, talks and experiments, the forum aims to strengthen Berlin’s spatial sound community and highlight spatial audio as a space for learning, exchange and innovation.

Our 2026 theme, Gradients of Ma, considers the subtle shifts between sound and silence, but responding to the theme is optional. You’re welcome to submit any work you’re currently developing.

We’re inviting proposals for:

• Live spatial performances
• Pre-recorded multichannel compositions
• Sound or media installations
• Workshops, talks or demonstrations

If you have a project, idea or piece you’d like to share, we want to hear from you.

• Submit HERE
• Submission deadline: Monday 12 January 2026

Join us in shaping this year’s Spatial Sound Forum!

Just a quick update about our Christmas Break plans. The facilities will be completely closed from Monday, December 22nd, to Thursday, January 1st.

From January 2nd to January 23rd, we’ll be open on weekdays only, from 10am to 6pm. Once classes resume on January 25th, we’ll be back to our regular hours.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you so much, and enjoy the holiday season!

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It's time!

Our annual winter celebration is coming in hot with a fresh new line up, winter markets and the usual creative happenings that turn our space into something magical.

It’s a simple plan: good music, good company, winter vibes. Bring your friends, meet new ones and help us close out the year on a warm note.

/// Line up
Anika Maculangan
Eleonor Bianchi
Elizaveta Abramishvili and Dachy Yu
Haverdi
KASI
Mert Bimpasi
Mike De Paola
Skeleton
Zunesha

🔥 Save the date on RA

Volunteers needed: We are seeking helping hands for this event including awareness, setup/pack down, stage crew, catering and more! All volunteers will receive 3 drink tokens, tote bag and a meal on your shift. Anyone helping with the pack down shift will receive a hoodie! Fill out THIS form by Thursday 6 December

Market last call: If you'd like to sell clothes, music or film gear, vinyl, artworks, baked goods, clothes ore more -  Fill out THIS form. Deadline is December 5

Artwork: moryas

As our student community grows each year, we want to make sure we're welcoming creatives who share our values – curiosity, care, courage and a willingness to grow.

That’s why we’ve created the Catalyst Community Referral Programme: a simple way for current students and alumni to help friends, peers and collaborators find their place at Catalyst.

/// Our goal

• Support new applicants by streamlining their journey
• Recognise the role you play in growing our community
• Strengthen the connections between students past, present and future

Every year, we receive more applications from students around the world. We want to make sure that those who find us through our own community are recognised and supported because when someone comes here through someone who already knows what Catalyst is about, we know they’ll most likely be a great fit for our community too.

/// How it works
When someone you refer applies to a Catalyst degree course and completes their first year of study:

• They receive a €250 Catalyst voucher
• You also receive a €250 Catalyst voucher

Vouchers can be used across a curated selection of online stores, services or learning experiences. It’s a shared thank-you — for choosing each other, and for growing this space together.

Every student can refer up to 4 people per academic year. That means earning up to €1,000 in vouchers!

🔥 Access THIS link for further details and referral form!

We're excited to announce that tickets for this year's Forum for Creative Flourishing are now live!

• When: 13–15 & 20–22 January 2026
• Theme: Creative Restoration and Rejuvenation 

Join us for two weeks of workshops and events exploring what fuels us, sustains us, and brings our artistic energy back to life. Led by Berlin industry professionals, practicing artists, and psychologists, each session offers hands-on practices to help you build a deeper relationship with your creative process.

• For Catalyst Students: All workshops remain FREE
• Simply use the code CAT_STUDENT at checkout when selecting your workshops.

New this year: The forum is now open to the public (€10 per workshop), but as always, Catalyst students, alumni & team attend for free.

Each workshop requires its own ticket, so you can choose the sessions that best support your creative journey. Check out the full agenda and workshop details on the Eventbrite page.

• Read about the workshops & register for your favourites here.

This is a wonderful opportunity to explore the psychological underpinnings of creativity, discover tools for growth, and learn more about our courses in Applied Creative Psychology as part of our new School of Human Development.

We can't wait to see you there!