Hinter der Tresortür: Berlins Clubkultur im Wandel. Mit Ellen Allien, Dimitri Hegemann und Anja Schneider

In the organizer's words:

A unique conversation will take place at the legendary Tresor door in the BERLIN GLOBAL exhibition. Moderated by techno pioneer Anja Schneider, Tresor founder Dimitri Hegemann and DJ icon Ellen Allien will come together to shed light on the fascinating history of Berlin's club culture.

The massive steel door of the Tresor, once owned by the Nazi-expropriated Wertheim department store on Leipziger Platz and today a symbol of Berlin's legendary techno era, provides the perfect setting for this evening. The guests will discuss the development of the electronic music scene since the 1990s, the role of women in this field and the importance of club culture as a socio-cultural and economic factor for Berlin.

Hegemann will provide insights into the beginnings of Tresor, when the club was created "on the edge of the world". Ellen Allien, known for her passion for promoting new talent, will share her perspectives on the development of young talent in the scene. Together, the experts will take a look at the future of Berlin's club scene.

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Ellen Allien, an icon of the electronic music scene, has built an impressive career over the years, serving as a role model for a healthy underground community. Her playful mindset and openness to knowledge exchange characterize her art with an energy that has significantly influenced Berlin's subculture in music, art, design and fashion. With over ten albums, numerous singles, EPs, remixes and collaborations, Ellen has created her own niche in dark rave and techno. As head of BPitch since 1999 and UFO Inc. since 2019, she promotes new talent alongside established artists. As a dynamic DJ icon, she has played at all major clubs and festivals worldwide. During the pandemic, she supported the community through intimate balcony streaming sessions. Her "We Are Not Alone" parties in Berlin, which now also tour internationally, are legendary. In 2024, she released the seventh volume of the "We Are Not Alone" compilation, her "Rave Luv" EP and a remix for cold wave artist Sad Madona.

Dimitri Hegemann, born in 1954, is a German entrepreneur, cultural organizer and music industry personality. He founded the Berlin Atonal Festival in 1982 and the Tresor Club and label Tresor Records in 1991, which became icons of the global techno scene. In 2007, he relocated Tresor to an old thermal power station, which became Kraftwerk Berlin. In 2021, Hegemann founded the Tresor Foundation Berlin to promote cultural projects. With initiatives such as Happy Locals e.V. and innovative ideas, he has had a lasting impact on the international music and culture scene.

Anja Schneider, an experienced German DJ, producer and radio presenter, can look back on an impressive career in the electronic music scene. Her journey began in the early 1990s in Berlin, where she quickly became part of the burgeoning techno scene. Schneider established herself as an influential radio producer, particularly with her show "Dance Under The Blue Moon" for Radio Fritz , which ran for almost 20 years and contributed significantly to Berlin's underground scene. At the same time, she developed into a respected DJ and producer, founded the label Mobilee and later Sous Music, and today Schneider is in demand internationally as a DJ, continues to produce music and runs radio shows. With her PuMp events in Berlin, she demonstrates her ongoing commitment to the underground scene and new talent.

- 10 EUR, reduced 5 EUR

- Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event. By participating, you agree to be filmed and photographed.

- The event will be simultaneously translated into English.

- Venue: BERLIN GLOBAL, 1st floor, event room and exhibition Raum Grenzen at the Tresor door

- from 16 years

- Languages: German, English

- Part of: One object, many questions