Heike van den Valentyn, curator of the exhibition, will be in conversation with Marcelo Zitelli, the artist’s former assistant and a member of the board of trustees of the Niki Charitable Art Foundation, about the artist and her work.

She wanted to be free and carved out a place for herself, gaining power and influence in a male-dominated art scene: the artist Niki de Saint Phalle (1930–2002). Her work places a particular focus on strong women and self-determination, including over one’s own body. From her ‘shooting paintings’ to the large, colourful Nanas, the exhibition explores four decades of the Franco-American artist’s work. Find out more about her ambivalent body of work, which addresses a wide range of topics– from anger to zest for life – and is becoming increasingly relevant.


Please note that the conversation will be held in English.

Please note: This course will be held in German.

Learn the art of intaglio printing.
In this special course you will be introduced to the technique of etching. Over the course of four sessions, you’ll have the chance to explore your creativity at your own pace. From sketching and etching the plate to printing it – you’ll do every step yourself! Our artistic team will teach you the basics and support you in your own projects. Enjoy inspiring evenings in a small group.

This workshop is suitable for people with or without artistic experience. We look forward to welcoming you!

This course includes the following four dates:
3 September 2026
1 October 2026
5 November 2026
3 December 2026

Open-Air Yoga in the Ehrenhof – Presented by VALEARA Centers for Psychiatry, Neurology, and Psychotherapy

When a summer evening combines exercise, music, and a special setting, the result is a unique experience. In the Ehrenhof courtyard in front of the Kunstpalast, VALEARA invites you to an atmospheric open-air yoga session. On the lawns beside the fountain, Ehrenhof’s impressive architecture provides the setting for an evening filled with peace, lightness, and relaxation.

A flowing Vinyasa yoga session creates space to breathe deeply and find your center. Accompanied by the warm, meditative sounds of a live handpan and harp, an atmosphere is created that brings body and mind into harmony and lets you experience summer at its finest.

The event combines movement, nature, and music into a special group experience right in the heart of the city. Whether you’re an experienced yogi or new to yoga, the evening offers the chance to leave everyday life behind and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Ehrenhof in an extraordinary setting.

Martin Henniger is a yoga teacher with his own yoga institute, an Indologist, a lecturer, and has been active in yoga teacher training (BDY/EYU) for several decades. His portfolio includes international seminar work, numerous study visits to India, and teaching yoga and meditation in university and corporate settings.

Meike Rath is a harpist, music educator, and producer. For many years, she has been delighting audiences both at home and abroad with her captivating harp playing, whether as a soloist or an orchestral musician. She also works as a music educator, music and sound therapist, music producer, and coach.

Please note: This event will be held in German!

Fed up with endless swiping, meaningless matches and dates that feel like job interviews? Don’t give up hope! Because the city’s most atmospheric and exciting social evening is waiting for you – and it’s guaranteed to have nothing to do with your smartphone. Welcome to GALLERY CRUSH: speed dating in the most beautiful museums and galleries in your city.
Genug von endlosem Swipen, nichtssagenden Matches und Dates, die sich anfühlen wie ein Vorstellungsgespräch? Gib die Hoffnung nicht auf! Denn der atmosphärischste und aufregendste Begegnungsabend der Stadt wartet auf dich – und er hat garantiert nichts mit deinem Smartphone zu tun. Willkommen bei GALLERY CRUSH: Speed Dating in den schönsten Museen und Galerien deiner Stadt.

How GALLERY CRUSH works
GALLERY CRUSH is different from the speed dating you’re used to: in short conversation rounds, you’ll get to know a wide variety of people and stroll through the exhibition at the Kunstpalast during your dates. Instead of awkward conversations at a table, you’ll have inspiring chats in front of stunning works of art!
We leave out the standard questions and the usual “So, what do you do for a living?” and, for each round of conversation, provide you and your partner with direct prompts and conversation starters based on the works in the exhibition.

Who is GALLERY CRUSH for?
GALLERY CRUSH is aimed at anyone looking to make new connections in their city. What emerges from your conversations during the evening is open-ended:
• Romantic connections 💘 – if it happens that way
• Friendships
• Acquaintances
• Inspiring conversations & new perspectives

Important: You don’t have to be looking for ‘the one’ to feel right at home with us!

After the discussion sessions, the evening flows seamlessly into free mingling, drinks and the chance to catch up with that person you met earlier – all against a backdrop of music, lighting and art.

THE FACTS
Doors open: 6.30 pm
Start: 7.00 pm
Wrap-up: 9.00 pm
End: 10.00 pm

SEE YOU AT THE KUNSTPALAST.

Note: This is a straight-only event. If you’re queer but would still like to come along to date in a straight setting or simply to socialise, you’re of course still very welcome! If Gallery Crush proves a success, we’ll naturally be planning queer editions for you too!

Schumann in Love
 
„Schumann in Love“ erzählt von einer der faszinierendsten Liebesgeschichten der Musikgeschichte. Clara und Robert Schumann verband nicht nur eine außergewöhnliche Ehe und große Liebe, sondern auch eine künstlerische Partnerschaft, die ihresgleichen sucht. Sie inspirierten sich gegenseitig, schufen gemeinsam musikalische Meisterwerke und prägten die Romantik wie kaum ein anderes Künstlerpaar. Ihre Werke erzählen von Leidenschaft, Sehnsucht, Glück und den Herausforderungen eines gemeinsamen Lebens.
Mit Düsseldorf verbindet das Künstlerpaar ein besonderes Kapitel seiner Biografie. Hier wirkte Robert Schumann von 1850 bis 1854 als Städtischer Musikdirektor und prägte das Musikleben der Stadt nachhaltig. Gemeinsam mit Clara hinterließ er ein künstlerisches Erbe, das bis heute eng mit Düsseldorf verbunden ist.
 
Dozentinnen und Dozenten der Robert Schumann Hochschule Düsseldorf lassen dieses Vermächtnis in einem festlichen Galakonzert lebendig werden. Die international renommierten Musikerinnen und Musiker treten dabei für den guten Zweck auf: Sämtliche Einnahmen kommen dem Härteausgleichsfonds der Hochschule zugute und unterstützen Studierende in finanziellen Notlagen.
 
Erleben Sie einen Abend voller romantischer Klangwelten, großer Emotionen und musikalischer Leidenschaft – „Schumann in Love“.
 
Veranstalter: Robert Schumann Hochschule Düsseldorf

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Please note: The talk will be held in German

Jörg Immendorff’s tough image, controversial lifestyle and high media profile continue to shape the way his art is received to this day. As a journalist and expert on the Düsseldorf art scene, Helga Meister followed Immendorff’s life and work right up until his death in 2007. In her articles on both exhibitions and the city’s cultural and political events, she highlights the artist as an important voice with social influence. Drawing on the numerous conversations she had with Immendorff during his lifetime, Helga Meister will explore how the public perception of him has changed.

Please note: The talk will be held in German

What role does art play in society?
Jörg Immendorff repeatedly addressed this central question, for example in his masterpiece ‘Wo stehst Du mit Deiner Kunst, Kollege?’ (What’s your stance on art, mate?). In his works, he highlighted social injustices and called for political action.
More than fifty years later, Jody Korbach takes up this imagery in her work ‘Kommst du mit Saufen, oder was?’ (Are you coming for a drink, or what?), which the Friends of the Kunstpalast acquired for the collection in 2026. Korbach leaves open the question of what has now taken the place of earlier political utopias and ideals; a possible answer lies in the ironic title.
Together with co-curator Felicity Korn, the Düsseldorf-based artist discusses Jörg Immendorff’s multi-layered body of work and his understanding of art as a space for negotiating pressing social and political issues.