HELLERAU receives Federal Theatre Award

HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts has been awarded the Federal Theatre award, worth €200,000. “The theatre impresses with a clearly defined programme that combines artistic quality with social responsibility. As a major venue for international perspectives and innovative residencies, the theatre provides a powerful impetus,” the jury stated in its decision.

On 17 April 2026, Minister of State for Culture Wolfram Weimer will present the 2026 Federal Theatre Prize at the Haus der Berliner Festspiele to HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts and other award winners.