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Organizations Selected for Training Program
Our training program is entering its third—and, for now, final—round with three organizations. Find out who’s participating now!
LABOR: A Multisensory Guidance System for the Orangerie Theater
June 16, 2026: How can as many people as possible find their way around public spaces? The “LABOR:leitsysteme” project, a collaboration between Un-Label, the Technical University of Cologne, and the Orangerie Theater, is developing a multisensory wayfinding system for the theater grounds. On June 16, students will present their prototypes at the Orangerie Theater. Everybody who’s interested is welcome!
Further training: Sign language in the performing arts
25 September, 2026, at Un-Label Studio Cologne: Create accessible culture with sign language! In this training course with Rafael-Evitan Grombelka and Konstanze Bustian, you will learn how interpreters can be successfully integrated into performative processes, how to reach potential deaf visitors, and what appropriate, respectful communication with them and with deaf artists and colleagues can look like.
Inclusive Clubnight 4.0: Audiovisual Installation for the Deaf and Hearing People
On November 6, 2025: A very special event awaits you: The Partyreihe 4.0, an audiovisual installation for both deaf and hearing people, is back. Starting at 9:00 p.m., Studio 1 at the Mousonturm will transform into a unique space where deaf and hearing people can come together. Look forward to an extraordinary event that blends digital art, electronic music, and club culture.
Further training: Inclusive methods in practice
On 14 March 2026, at Un-Label studio Cologne: An introduction to inclusive methods for theater education, teaching, and artistic practice—with speakers Anna Scholten and Konrad Wolf.
Un-Label on tour: Loud & Relaxed Symposium and B!NK Festival
Our team is on the road! We’ve got a lot going on this week, as we’ll be participating in two fantastic events: the “Loud & Relaxed” symposium and the “B!NK” festival.