On Thursday, April 24, nude drawing with a live model will once again take place in the exhibition “Stoff. Textile and the Female Nude” at Villa Schöningen.

Led by artist Katrin Seifert, the event is aimed at anyone interested in art, regardless of their level of experience. The exhibition offers an inspiring backdrop for your nude drawings. No previous experience is necessary! Please bring your own drawing materials, such as sketch pads, pens and a firm base (A3).

Please note that the number of participants is limited. To secure your place on the nude drawing course, we recommend that you register in advance by emailing info@katrinseifert-art.de.

The Berlin singer, composer and lyricist Mia Gjakonovski (*1999) inspires with personal lyrics and a unique mixture of acoustic and electronic elements. Her warm alto voice lends her songs a special depth.

Awarded the JIB scholarship by the Karl Hofer Society and a member of the Bundesjazzorchester (BuJazzO), she is currently part of the FLINTA* project Shared Planet 9, which has been nominated for the German Jazz Award.

We will open the doors from 6 pm so that you have the opportunity to discover the current exhibition “Fabric. Textile and the Female Nude” before the concert starts at 7:30 pm. Regular admission is €15, reduced admission is €8 and includes entry to the exhibition.

City guide Kerstin Zarbock offers a comprehensive tour of 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.

Beginning March 26, experienced yoga teacher Angelique Eichenseher will once again be offering special weekly yoga classes at Villa Schöningen. She will offer a unique combination of movement, breathing and mindfulness in the historic exhibition rooms or, if the weather permits, in the garden designed by Lenné.

Angelique Eichenseher has years of experience as a yoga therapist and designs her classes for all levels of experience. The combination of yoga and the inspiring atmosphere of Villa Schöningen makes every session a special experience.

We are delighted to invite you to the reading “Good Morning Lehnitz” on May 9 at 7 pm at Villa Schöningen!

Potsdam author Christine Anlauff will read from her autobiographically inspired novel Good Morning Lehnitz, which sheds light on the challenges and hopes of young people during the time of reunification. She will also share insights from her work Frühlingsschimmern, set in Potsdam before the fall of the Berlin Wall.

The event is part of the series Interventions: 35 Years of the Fall of the Wall at Villa Schöningen. This series connects art, history, and the culture of remembrance at one of the most significant historical sites of German division. Located directly at the Glienicke Bridge, the villa was a key site for Cold War spy exchanges and a symbol of Germany’s division. Today, it serves as a space for art and reflection on these historical events.

Admission to all events is €10 (reduced €8) and includes access to the current exhibition Fabric: Textiles and the Female Nude at Villa Schöningen. As the number of participants is limited, we kindly ask you to register in advance at info@villa-schoeningen.de.

On Sunday, May 11, the Kunsthaus Potsdam, the Kunstraum Potsdam and the Villa Schöningen invite you to a joint bike tour that will take art lovers through the current exhibitions.

The tour starts at 2 pm at the Kunsthaus Potsdam. Curator Sophia Pietryga will introduce the current exhibition. The tour will then continue to Kunstraum Potsdam, where artistic director Mike Geßner will guide visitors through the exhibition by Armando.

The exhibition concludes with a visit to Villa Schöningen, which offers an exclusive preview of the upcoming exhibition “Stoff. Textiles and the Female Nude II”. This exhibition explores the tradition of depicting the female nude in relation to textiles and presents works by contemporary artists such as Anne-Mie van Kerckhoven, Anna Grath, and Alex Müller alongside works from the first part of the exhibition.

After the inspiring art viewing, the park of Villa Schöningen invites you for a cozy picnic. Participants can enjoy homemade cakes and treats from Villa Schöningen’s Café Pedales.

PROGRAM

All day from 12 – 6pm:
Villa Schöningen, the historical garden and the exhibition “Fabric – Textile and the Female Nude II” are open to you free of charge. Our staff will be happy to talk to you about the history and architecture of the site. There is also a children’s program in the garden. Bicycles and SUPs can be rented for the day so that you can enjoy Potsdam’s unique views and vistas even more. Our on-site café will provide you with culinary refreshments.

Villa Schlieffen will also be open all day for your free use.

12-6 pm – Discover Villa Schlieffen All-day historical introduction to the history of Villa Schlieffen and two guided tours (2 pm, 4 pm). Please RSVP in advance at info@villa-schoeningen.de.

12 pm – Opening of the exhibition “Textiles and the Female Nude”

2 pm – “Fabric – Textile and the Female Nude” Curator’s tour of the Villa Schöningen Curator’s tour of the current exhibition. An art historical cross section of the female nude and textiles will be shown, from classical masters to contemporary positions.
Please RSVP in advance at info@villa-schoeningen.de.

4 pm – Jazz Concert End the day in a relaxed atmosphere with Zuza’s musical accompaniment in the garden and discuss your impressions with us. The Café Bar will be open late.

On May, 22, figure drawing with a live model will once again take place in the “Fabric. Textile and the female Nude” exhibition 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 offers a comprehensive tour of 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.