The Ballery is an independent art space located in the heart of Berlin’s Rainbow Kiez in Schöneberg. Founded and directed by Simon Williams, The Ballery has become a distinctive hub for contemporary artistic expression — a meeting point for visual artists, dancers, performers, and thinkers from across Berlin and beyond.
Since its foundation, The Ballery has developed into a living, evolving Gesamtkunstwerk — a total work of art — where exhibitions, performances, and ideas merge into a continuous dialogue between art and life. Each project reflects the diverse identities, disciplines, and stories that define Berlin’s creative landscape, while maintaining a commitment to accessibility, community, and artistic integrity.
The space operates as a platform for experimentation and collaboration, offering artists the freedom to develop new work, and audiences the opportunity to encounter art in an intimate and authentic setting. From exhibitions and stage works to educational programs, residencies, and social gatherings, The Ballery nurtures the connection between artistic practice and everyday experience.
Rooted in the cultural history of Schöneberg yet constantly evolving, The Ballery stands as a place where individuality and collective creation meet — an artwork in itself, shaped by everyone who takes part.
