Fields of work

PACT Zollverein is the initiator, driving force, and stage for groundbreaking developments in the fields of dance, performance, theater, media, and visual arts. With a structure that is unique in Germany, PACT Zollverein, located in the heart of the Ruhr region, fulfills a regional, national, and international social and cultural mission in its four fields of work: ›Stage‹, ›Artists' House‹, ›PACT·LAB‹ and ›Urban space‹, PACT Zollverein fulfills a regional, national, and international social and cultural mission that contributes to the localization and appreciation of dance and performance as independent art forms.

Eine Szene aus NÔT: Zwei Performer*innen, die zwischen zwei Betten auf einer dunklen Bühne sitzen. Der*die Performer*in links ist maskiert und in weiß gekleidet. In der einen Hand ist eine Tasse zu sehen, die linke Hand in der Luft. Daneben eine kleine Person, die mit nach hinten geworfenem Kopf Wasser in die Luft pustet. Im Hintergrund drei schwarz gekleidete Musiker*innen, die vor einer Gitterwand stehen, an der Scheinwerfer zu sehen sind.
Stage

PACT realises a distinctive interdisciplinary programme consisting of world premieres, co-productions and outstanding guest performances. The house works on a long-term basis with international artists and young talents.

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Artists’ Centre

In conjunction with the working fields ›Stage‹, ›PACT·LAB‹ and ›Urban Space‹, the ›Artists' Centre‹ fosters a fruitful exchange between theoretical and practical practice.

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PACT·LAB

The research and development formats at PACT Zollverein offer students, artists, practitioners and scientists from various disciplines the opportunity to experience a temporary working and learning community. Together, they test, examine and question artistic strategies and processes.

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Urban Space

PACT continuously reflects in its work on its immediate urban embedding and roots in Essen-Katernberg and initiates projects for the joint shaping of urban society.

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