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We'll soon be celebrating the end of the academic year and for this day to be a memorable experience, we need you to be a part of it!

Our largest event of the year takes place on Friday 22 May ☀️

We want to showcase works from all programmes. If you've got something creative to share, whether it's a movie, visual art piece, acting performance, installation, live visuals or any other form of expression, we want to hear from you. We are also seeking musical artists such as singer/songwriters, live electronics, DJs and more, for transporting listening experiences and of course, for dancing.

Along with showcases and a party, we’ll be recognising your growth as artists and individuals with a special awards ceremony (The Catties), so we’re looking for entertainment for that as well!

/// Apply
By filling out this form you are submitting your work for consideration. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee everyone a spot, as there are limited performance times. A team of students and staff members are in charge of curating this beautiful event with quality and variety.

• When: Friday 22 May
• Where: Catalyst (specific locations TBA)
• Applications close: April 28 (earlier submissions given priority)
• Submit HERE

Please ensure that you include the following with your submission:

• Sample of your performance
• Social media links
• Artist picture
• Links to additional online material (SoundCloud, Bandcamp, Vimeo, website etc.)
• The more material you provide, the better your chances of being selected.

Collaborative and/or site-specific projects are welcome. Please reach out to hannah@catalyst-berlin.com if you have an idea you would like to explore before submitting ☀️

For those who would like to attend FEST in Portugal this 20–28 June 2026, please see below how you can get 40% off your accreditation.

Why is FEST?

• Film & Production: This is your chance to pitch projects to international producers and attend masterclasses with world-renowned directors and cinematographers.

• Acting: There are dedicated workshops focusing on "Acting for the Camera", casting sessions, and endless opportunities to network with directors who are actively scouting for their next features.

• Music, Sound & Audio Engineering: Sound is half the story. Past speakers include Oscar-winning sound designers and legendary composers. You’ll learn about the technicalities of film scoring, foley and spatial audio in cinema.

• Networking is the true magic of attending the festival. It is both entry level friendly and high-calibre. Share a coffee with a potential collaborator, on the seaside and immersed in the love for film.

Flight Information: The closest airport is Porto (OPO). I strongly recommend booking your flights from Berlin as soon as possible to keep costs down.

• Note: Direct flights from Berlin to Porto are available on Tuesdays (via Ryanair or Eurowings), but direct options on Sundays are very rare. Most Sunday travel will require a stopover in cities like Frankfurt or Zurich.

How to register:

1. Read the instructions attached to this email (this contains your 40% discount code).

2. Use this link to register your pass!

3. Networking Dinners: You’ll see an option for networking dinners on the form. These are optional but highly recommended for meeting the guest speakers in an informal setting.

Join the WhatsApp Group: It is best that everyone definitely joins our dedicated FEST 2026 WhatsApp group. We will use this to send live updates, coordinate travel from the airport and support you throughout the journey. 

Document on accreditation here

We’re marking Piano Day this year with an all day celebration at Funkhaus, and you’re invited to join us either in person or via live stream.

Falling one key short, but no less harmonious, on the 87th day of the year we come together to celebrate international Piano Day. Here in Berlin, where the day was founded by Nils Frahm, we mark the occasion together.

From 12pm until 8pm, a broad scope of local and international artists will present piano centred performances unfolding live from Catalyst’s studios. These will be streamed throughout the day via Etikett Radio and Catalyst’s YouTube.

/// Live performances in K4

• 13:00 Stefan Janik
• 14:00 Nathan Shubert
• 15:00 Sergio Díaz De Rojas
• 16:00 Fe
• 17:00 Blair Coron
• 18:00 Special Guest

/// Etikett selections

• 13:30 Clara pt1 by María Vélez Gallo
• 14:30 Piano Day Playlist by Josh Em
• 15:30 Prisms by Sam Tiussi
• 16:30 first light, first sound by Andrew Hockey
• 17:30 Clara pt2 by María Vélez Gallo

Alongside this, Studio P2 hosts a series of works for the Yamaha Disklavier, an acoustic piano that plays itself, bringing experimental and thought provoking compositions into the space.

/// Disklavier works in P2

• ..o 'DisKlavier'
• Renée Coulombe 'Boobleys Baby'
• Flo Wilson 'Momentum 01'
• flavs 'Not Quite There'

If you’re on campus, you’re warmly invited to grab a drink from our pop up bar & gather in Co Lab 6 where the performances will be shared, with moments to step a little closer to the source across the day.

Our aim is simple: to detach from the chaos and connect with each other in a slower fashion.

• Onsite: K4 & Co Lab 6 (plus upstairs kitchen bar!)
• Online: Etikett Radio + YouTube
• Time: 12:00–20:00 onsite, 13:00–18:30 stream

During Spring Break, the facilities will be open weekdays only, from 10:00 to 18:00. Please also note that we will be closed on Friday 3 April and Monday 6 April, in observance of the Easter public holidays.

🌱 Spring Break: March 30 - April 10

Enjoy your break!

Etikett X Cashmere Radio Takeover

Friday 20 November, 16:00 - 00:00
📍In-person, Koloniestrasse 29
📡Tune in online https://cashmereradio.com/

We are expanding our formats in this one by including actors. improvisations, commentary and the wide array of tunes to fill your spirits as spring approaches. Join us or tune in for our takeover at Cashmere Radio.

16:00 - 17:00 /// Prisms with Sam Tiussi
17:00 - 18:00 /// Atmosphères presents OIIA
18:00 - 19:00 /// Vector Fields with Simon Hill
19:00 - 20:00 /// STELLN
20:00 - 21:00 /// Meet Your Heroes
21:00 - 22:00 /// TCTRN with 1553hz
22:00 - 23:00 /// re:natura presents: Glücksbringer, Wechselgeld, Altmetall. By Sophia Wind and Karl Mand
23:00 - 00:00 /// Eleonor Bianchi

This time we welcome artists from labels Atmosphères and re:natura ☀️ Everyone else has a regular programmed show on Etikett Radio.

We are accepting applications for the summer months! Apply HERE