We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming exhibition “Traces of the body”.

The exhibition “Traces of the Body” is the first solo exhibition in Germany by American artist Kylie Manning. Her large-scale paintings shift between figuration and abstraction. At Villa Schöningen, these works enter into dialogue with art historical positions such as Marina Abramović, Anselm Kiefer, and others. Together, they open up new perspectives on visibility, memory, and the representation of the human body.

We are delighted to open the first salon of the winter season at Villa Schöningen with this concert.

Berlin-based jazz singer Natascha Roth brings a clear, expressive style and international stage experience to the stage. Accompanied by guitarist James Scholfield, who has performed with Paul Simon, Eric Clapton, and Curtis Stigers, among others, she will present a concert blending jazz, pop, and improvised music.

Admission to the current exhibition, “Traces of the Body,” is included in the ticket price.

The exhibition:
The exhibition “Traces of the Body” is the first solo exhibition in Germany by American artist Kylie Manning. Her large-scale paintings shift between figuration and abstraction. At Villa Schöningen, these works enter into dialogue with art historical positions such as Marina Abramović, Anselm Kiefer, and others. Together, they open up new perspectives on visibility, memory, and the representation of the human body.

Villa Schlieffen will once again be open for tours on Sunday, October 19, 11 am. A wonderful opportunity to explore this historic site free of charge and learn more about its fascinating past.

The villa has been open to visitors again since 2023 and is presented in the condition in which it was left after the withdrawal of the Soviet military.

The impressive work “Sanctus” by Barbara Hammer, which is part of the Döpfner Collection, is also currently on display.

You are welcome to register for a free tour via info@villa-schoeningen.de.

Three authors – three courses

The popular Lecker Lesen reading series is coming to Villa Schöningen for the first time, and we are delighted to welcome this special format! Three authors will present their latest books, accompanied by three exquisite courses from our kitchen.

The participants are:

Sebastian Nachtwei – Keimzeit in Kuba (Ultraviolett)
Friederike Gräff – Frau Zilius legte ihr erstes Ei an einem Donnerstag (Schöffling & Co.)
Ana Wetherall-Grujic – Blutsschwestern (Kremayr Scheriau)

Moderator: Torsten Seifert

On October, 24th, figure drawing with a live model will once again take place in the exhibition “Traces of the Body” at Villa Schöningen.

Under the guidance of artist Katrin Seifert, this opportunity is open to all art enthusiasts, regardless of your level of experience. The exhibition provides an inspiring backdrop for your figure drawings. No previous knowledge is required! Please bring your own drawing materials, such as sketch pads, pencils, and a sturdy surface (A3).

Please note that the number of participants is limited. To secure your spot in the figure drawing class, we recommend registering in advance by email at info@katrinseifert-art.de.

City guide Kerstin Zarbock will give a comprehensive tour on the history of Villa Schöningen, which played a key role in German-German history. Located directly on the former inner-German border, the villa was the scene of significant events, particularly in the context of the spy exchanges at Glienicke Bridge.

The tour focuses on the significance of the house during the GDR era and sheds light on how this place became a symbol of the Cold War.

Larry Porter is considered one of the most respected jazz pianists currently performing in Germany. His professional career spans five decades. He attaches great importance to maximum interaction with his fellow musicians. Max Leiss and Ivars Arutyunyan make this possible by bringing their amazing talent and unique voices to the mix.

Saxophonist Peter Weniger captivates audiences with his wonderful tone and creative improvisational skills. He has been one of the leading figures on the German jazz scene for decades. His musical expression is characterized by high emotionality and brilliant virtuosity. Since October 1999, he has been teaching as a professor at the Berlin University of the Arts and was artistic director of the internationally renowned Jazz Institute Berlin from 2005 to 2019..

The quartet presents an exciting program: compositions by tenor saxophone legends in the first part and compositions by Larry Porter in the second part.

Admission to the current exhibition “Traces of the Body” is included in the ticket price.

The exhibition:
The exhibition “Traces of the Body” is the first solo exhibition in Germany by American artist Kylie Manning. Her large-scale paintings shift between figuration and abstraction. At Villa Schöningen, these works enter into dialogue with art historical positions such as Marina Abramović, Anselm Kiefer, and others. Together, they open up new perspectives on visibility, memory, and the representation of the human body.

On Friday, November 14, at 7 pm, Karoline Hugler will read from her manuscript Von West nach Ost (From West to East). Hugler is an actress, author, and Potsdam resident who is the artistic co-director of the Comédie Soleil theater in Werder (Havel). She will provide insights into the exciting life story of her grandmother, who moved from West to East Germany in 1957 for love, unaware that the Berlin Wall was about to be built.

Her life was marked by challenges, such as being held in a camp at the border for days and interrogated on suspicion of espionage. She arrived in a completely different world, going from prosperity to poverty. She found her own way in the GDR, leading a fulfilling life with her attitude.

Hugler’s debut novel, Meer von Sonnenblumen (Sea of Sunflowers), will be published by Erzählverlag in 2024. This reading is from a project she is currently working on.

This reading is a collaboration with the Literaturkollegium Brandenburg e.V. and is sponsored by the state capital of Potsdam.