Christoph Schlingensief's first comprehensive solo exhibition in Austria opens at MAK Vienna in 2026
The MAK in Vienna is teaming up with the Vienna Festival to present Austria's first major solo exhibition dedicated to Christoph Schlingensief, who lived from 1960 to 2010. Titled It’s Not My Problem Anymore!, this showcase draws its name from Schlingensief's comments in 2005. It’s set to run from May 13 to September 13, 2026, at the MAK Exhibition Hall. Schlingensief was a multifaceted talent—he was a filmmaker, political activist, theater and opera director, actor, visual artist, and bestselling writer. His creations challenge traditional genres and encourage audience interaction, stirring both irritation and insight. The exhibition will also feature his provocative work, Please Love Austria – First, which highlights social issues in the country.
Key facts
- Christoph Schlingensief lived from 1960 to 2010.
- The exhibition is titled It’s Not My Problem Anymore!—a partial quote by the artist from 2005.
- The show is organized by MAK together with the Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen) | Free Republic of Vienna.
- It is the first comprehensive solo exhibition in Austria dedicated to Schlingensief.
- The exhibition takes place at MAK Exhibition Hall.
- Dates: May 13 to September 13, 2026.
- Schlingensief's work includes film, political actionism, theater, opera, visual art, and writing.
- His intervention Please Love Austria – First is referenced.
Entities
Artists
- Christoph Schlingensief
Institutions
- MAK
- Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen)
- Free Republic of Vienna
Locations
- Vienna
- Austria