Travelling with ZEIT REISEN to the Ruhrtriennale 2024

7.5.2024

Experience two highlights of this year's Ruhrtriennale programe with the world premiere of I Want Absolute Beauty and the new work by choreographer Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker from 30th August to 2nd September. You will also meet Ruhrtriennale director Ivo Van Hove and gain exclusive insights behind the scenes of the festival. 

Ruhrtriennale director Ivo Van Hove opens the Ruhrtriennale 2024 with the musical theatre I Want Absolute Beauty, with Sandra Hüller (Oscar nomination for Anatomy of a Fall) playing the lead role, singing songs by legendary singer-songwriter PJ Harvey are . The second highlight: Pump Into The Future Ball, an evening full of glitz and glamour, a colourful homage to the ballroom scene. Finally, Belgian choreographer Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker explores the power of questions, inspired by works of art from the Museum Folkwang collection in Essen, and creates a unique choreography at the interface of text and movement.

During the day, participants will immerse themselves in the history of the Ruhr area, visit the Museum Ruhr and Villa Hügel and enjoy gourmet cuisine in an industrial scenery. Bettina von Bülow, cultural expert and editor at ZEIT REISEN, accompanies the trip. Book your place now!