The Contemporary Performing Arts and Performance Art Season has started

CAPAS 2024 wants to explore the influence of modern science and technology on contemporary Asian performing arts and performance art.

By Creatives Unite Community
April 08, 2024

The CAPAS2024, presented by the German Association for Asian Art (DeVAK e. V.), invites exploration at the intersection of art, science, and technology. This festival, under the theme "Art, Science, and Technology," encourages participation in performances that redefine traditional art forms. Set in Göttingen from May 27th to June 15th, 2024, this distinctive season of artistic expression embraces the vibrant crossroads of modern science, technology, and Asian performing arts.

CAPAS2024 presents an exhilarating lineup of seven captivating productions, complemented by insightful workshops and discussions led by artists representing diverse Asian backgrounds. These events aim to delve into various themes such as identity in today's world and promote cross-continental dialogue by incorporating research-driven performing arts and engaging scholars and students.

Teaming up with esteemed cultural establishments in Göttingen such as the Deutsches Theater Göttingen, Junges Theater Göttingen, and others, CAPAS2024 endeavors to breathe new life into the city's cultural terrain, fostering a dynamic interchange between academia and the theatrical sphere. Beyond merely celebrating artistic and aesthetic evolution, this season stands as a pivotal platform for burgeoning talents in both the arts and sciences, granting them a priceless chance to apply their academic expertise to practical, real-world contexts.

Supported by the Lower Saxony Foundation, Goethe Institute Headquarters Munich, and the Cultural Foundation of Göttingen, among others, CAPAS2024 exemplifies the potential for collaborative projects between the arts and academia. CAPAS2024 extends an open invitation to the community and potential partners to engage in this unique exploration of art, science, and technology, offering an opportunity to immerse in the evolving panorama of culture and art.

Festival: 27 May - 15 June 2024 Göttingen, Germany

Find out more about CAPAS2024 and buy your ticket here