Art without hurdles: District Free the Open Stage stage

Art without hurdles: District Free the Open Stage stage

The city's cultural sites experience an exciting turn with the funding commitment for the event series "Bühne Frei" in the Alsergrund Gi Bar, Located at Servitengasse 13. This initiative not only enables artists to present their talent, but also ensures that they are paid for their work. The organizer Sophie Brandl, actively under the name "Luise von Puderluder", has experienced the various challenges and financial hurdles with which performance artists are confronted first.

Lately, numerous creative talents have been on stage, from burlesque to singing to readings. "Free Stage" has undertaken to be an inclusive platform that reflects the diversity of the art scene in the region. Brandl emphasizes how important it is that not only the applause, but also a fair remuneration for the artists is ensured. "It is a tough business," she admits and talks about the enormous effort that is necessary for every performance, such as social media presence, bookings and costumes.

funding from the district

Thanks to the Newly received financial support from the district, “Bühne Frei” can now provide another 300 euros for the upcoming three shows, which leads to a payment of 100 euros per show for the artist that occurs. This funding is of great importance for many of them because it enables them to concentrate on the essentials: their art and performance. This could also help increase the attractiveness of the events and attract more audiences.

Brandl emphasizes teamwork behind this series of events. "Without my team's passion and commitment, including the moderators Miss Biba Belula and Pixie Baroque, all of this would not be possible," she says. This support frequent the atmosphere of the events and creates a community of like -minded people who cheer each other.

The next opportunity to experience the art scene up close will be available on Friday, October 25th, at 7 p.m. in the GI Bar, where the creative people are entered again - admission is free and a reservation at Halle@gi3.bar is necessary.