Berlin Art Week's 'Featured' Section Expands Interdisciplinary Scope

The Berlin Art Week has introduced a new section called 'Featured' to broaden its program beyond traditional exhibitions in galleries, museums, and private collections, as well as the Positions art fair. Since 2023, 'Featured' has showcased interdisciplinary projects and special formats from the independent art scene, including collaborations with theater, film, and radio. This initiative aims to provide temporary initiatives and project spaces with greater visibility and a wider audience, while also connecting cross-disciplinary events to the visual arts. In the context of declining cultural funding, economic pressure, and intense competition for attention, 'Featured' offers an attractive platform for many artists and organizers. The Berlin Art Week will celebrate its fifteenth anniversary in 2026, and 'Featured' represents a relatively new but significant component of the event. The section underscores a trend towards institutional cooperation and cross-sectoral exchange, reflecting a broader shift in the contemporary art landscape towards more inclusive and diverse formats.