Culture

In exchange with the world. For diversity, understanding and trust.

The Goethe-Institut Hongkong promotes international cultural exchange. Our projects are created in partnership and close cooperation with cultural institutions, cultural initiatives, and artists from Hongkong, Germany, and worldwide. We invite an open, trusting dialog, joint artistic production, and the exchange of diverse perspectives.

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OPEN CALL

International Forum of the Theatertreffen 2026 of Berliner Festspiele

Theater Treffen

Theatertreffen in Berlin is considered to be the most important presentation platform of German-language theatre. Beside the ten remarkable productions from the German-language region, selected by ajury of critics, Theatertreffen has invited aspiring artists from around the world for over 60years to take part in the International Forum, a 17-day scholarship programme.

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Film

German Film Forum: Strangers at Home

German Film Forum: Strangers at Homeexplores the fragile, complex nature of family through five bold German films. From bruied secrets to uncanny powers and andriod children, each story reveals how those closest to us can feel unfamiliar - and how outsiders can problematise, challenge, and ultimately illuminate the meaning of love, identity, and belonging within home.

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Streaming Platform

Goethe on Demand

On Goethe on Demand, the streaming platform of the Goethe-Institut, we present a variety of online film programs, film festivals and film series that can be streamed from home. More information about the alternating film series can be found here. The films are presented in original language with subtitles. They are accessible online and free of charge after registration.

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Film archive

Our Film Archive in Hong Kong and Shanghai offer approximately 600 German feature films and documentaries (with various subtitle languages) on DVD or Bluray Format. Cinemas, film festivals, and cultural and educational institutions are welcome to borrow them free of charge for non-commercial purposes. We look forward to receiving your request.

Copyright: Maren Willkomm, Goethe-Institut Copyright: Maren Willkomm, Goethe-Institut

Exhibition

Open call for project proposals. Deadline: 13 July 2025

2026 Goethe Gallery: Zeitgeist Hong Kong

Goethe-Institut Hongkong would like to build on the idea of the "zeitgeist" and create a space for projects by Hong Kong artists and cultural initiatives in its 143m² gallery and 47m² black box, in which the questions and sensitivities of the time can be addressed.

Open call for project proposals. Deadline: 13 July 2025

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Collaborative Project

Solitude: Loneliness & Freedom

What does it mean to be alone–by choice or by circumstance? This cross-cultural Goethe-Institut project brings together artists and curators from East and Central Asia and Germany who explore solitude through performances, exhibitions, and thought-provoking discussions. Discover new perspectives on one of the defining experiences of our time.

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Discover Germany

Frankfurt, Here We Go!

First impression matters! Thanks to its international airport, Frankfurt is very often the first city people would set foot on when visiting Germany or Europe. Other than serving as the European hub for business and finance, what more can we expect from this city?

Bavaria, Here We Go!

After the great success of the video series "Berlin, Here We Go!" last year, we are happy to work with Kristen again for another adventure in Germany, and this time we have "Bavaria, Here We Go!".

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Berlin, Here We Go!

Travel seems like a remote dream for all of us now. Which city do you miss most? If it happens to be Berlin, then you just can’t miss our new social media series BERLIN, HERE WE GO!. Kristen Wong, a former Goethe-Institut Hongkong's student who now bases in Europe, shares with us a Berlin that we probably never know!

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LÜBECK, HERE WE GO!

Since most travel restrictions were lifted earlier this year, many of us have already traveled once, twice or many times! Our Goethe-friend Kristen is no different! Earlier in March she has paid a visit to Lübeck, a city in northern Germany. Want to know more about this coastal city? Don’t miss our new video series Lübeck, Here We Go!

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Germany, What Goes?

Join our host Dana Newman again on this audio journey through Germany and learn about great places, exciting people, special projects and cultural peculiarities in eight German cities. There is something for everyone – The podcasts are also a great opportunity to refresh your German!

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Society

Making philosophy relevant

As the first collaboration between Goethe-Institut Hongkong and Corrupt the Youth, "Making philosophy relevant" introduces some of the most important names and concepts in German philosophy to the general public through six talks.

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Goethe Earth Day

Extreme weather, drought, pandemic... Is our earth about to collapse? Will we and the animals survive the climate change? But we can save the earth if we live more consciously! Come to the Goethe-Institut Hongkong on July 31 to participate in the Goethe Earth Day! Here you will meet creative local companies that produce sustainable and eco-friendly products. You can also attend talks and different workshops. There will be something interesting for you or your family.

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Gaming

City of Dreams and Fears

The Goethe-Institut Hongkong and the French Consulate of Hong Kong are excited to partner with the School of Creative Media, the City University of Hong Kong for the project “City of Dreams and Fears”. This initiative explores games as a powerful medium to narrate and represent futuristic visions of cities, their urban spaces, icons, and histories through innovative game mechanics and world-building. The project is co-funded by the Franco-German Cultural Fund.