BARNES CROSSING

Freiraum für TanzPerformanceKunst

A self-managed network and production center for dance and performance in Cologne

SoloDuoFestival nrw + friends

International Dance Festival
29th – 31rd May 2026

Awards Presented at the 18th International SoloDuoFestival nrw + friends in Cologne – International dance art, powerful artistic voices, and an enthusiastic audience at the Barnes Crossing competition festival!

Information & Press Release

Next events

Conjunctio—a choreographic workshop presentation by IPtanz

Open rehearsal – Saturday 25 July 2026, 3:00 pm
/ by and for people of all visual abilities, with audio description and a tactile tour.

New funding and more accessibility at Barnes Crossing

We’re excited to share some wonderful news — over the past months, Barnes Crossing has received new funding to make our space and website more accessible.

Thanks to the Bauunterhaltung und Technikförderung der Stadt Köln, our restroom will soon be renovated into a barrier-free toilet — an important step toward better working conditions and greater accessibility for our audiences.

AKTION MENSCH e.V. is also supporting the renovation and helping us to make our website more accessible.

And thanks to the „Hier mit Herz“-Stiftung der Sparkasse KölnBonn, we’re now dancing on brand-new dance floor in our studios!

So many great developments — we’re deeply grateful for the support of all our partners and funders, and we look forward to welcoming you soon at Barnes Crossing.

Our Offerings:

Studio Rentals: We offer two versatile studios suitable for rehearsals, work-in-progress showings, and events. https://barnescrossing.de/en/studios-en/

Meeting point: Our facilities are complemented by amenities including a kitchen, showers, barrier-free WC facilities, a cozy seating area, and free Wi-Fi.

Performance Venue: Our 300m² stage is equipped with professional stage equipment, suitable for various events and performances.

Stage Equipment Rental
Support and network: We offer professional advisory services and act as a valuable source of information for artists, fostering a supportive community for the performing arts. Part of this is the Avengers’ advisory service for accessible performing arts. https://barnescrossing.de/en/avengers-en/
The café at the Wachsfabrik is open to all artists from Monday to Saturday, 14:00 to 19:00, as well as before and after performances.

Connect with us!

Whether you are an artist looking for creative space, a dance lover or simply interested in our events – we invite you to get in touch with us. Discover our studios, get involved in our programs and stay up to date by subscribing to our newsletter so you don’t miss any news and opportunities.

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