Ruhrtriennale Freundeskreis

The Friends of the Ruhrtriennale are more than just a supporting organisation – they are part of a vibrant community of cultural enthusiasts. Here you will meet people who share your fascination for extraordinary art and bold ideas.

Whether during the Ruhrtriennale or at our many events throughout the year – together we immerse ourselves in visionary art, from music theatre, drama and performance to dance, concerts and the visual arts. We are in close dialogue with the festival's creators and gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access.

With your membership you support the festival's visionary projects – and become a true friend of the Ruhrtriennale.

Experience art – get closer!

Experience art up close, meet the makers of the festival and go behind the scenes. As a Freundeskreis member, you can enjoy exclusive benefits, special events and early ticket sales – from just 95 € per year.

Want to be closer?

Become a friend now

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© Daniel Sadrowski
Festival centre ‘Wunderland’ © Volker Beushausen
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Your benefits

Personal presentation of the programme by the artistic director.
Exclusive advance booking - secure your tickets one week before everyone else!
Invitations to rehearsals and many other association activities
Participation in the Prologue - the exclusive opening event for the Ruhrtriennale

As a member you support:

Realisation of unique festival productions – Your support enables the realisation of exceptional projects and formats.
Ticket sponsorship for a diverse audience – Your membership gives people from different backgrounds access to the festival.
Ambassador of the Ruhrtriennale – You strengthen the cultural appeal of the festival and make it visible in your neighbourhood.
Strengthening the cultural landscape in the Ruhr area – Your sponsorship not only secures the Ruhrtriennale, but also supports the entire artistic scene in the region.

Memberships

Whether you want to support the festival as a friend, enjoy exclusive insights as a patron, set a special example as a partner or discover the Ruhrtriennale with other young culture fans in Club.Ruhr - there are many ways to become part of the Ruhrtriennale community. Find the membership that suits you!

Friend
Supporter
As a sponsor (from € 1,000 per year), you will enjoy all the benefits of the Freund:innen membership as well as guaranteed participation in all premieres, including the festive opening premiere. Your commitment will also be honoured with a personal mention on the Ruhrtriennale website. As a special highlight, you will be invited to a personal meeting with the artistic director and receive exclusive insights into the festival organisation.
Partner
As a partner (from € 5,000 per year), you enjoy all the benefits of sponsor membership, including guaranteed participation in all premieres, being named on the Ruhrtriennale website and an invitation to a personal meeting with the artistic director. In addition, you will receive exclusive insights into the festival planning, for example through an invitation to an internal programme presentation or a special exchange with the festival artists. We also invite you to an exclusive annual partner event where you can experience the Ruhrtriennale in a special setting.
Club.Ruhr

Become a friend now!

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Want to know more?

Write to us or call us! We are here for you!

freundeskreis@ruhrtriennale.de

Phone: 0234-97 483 555
Tue - Thurs 10.00 - 13.00 hrs
More information: freundeskreis.ruhrtriennale.de

Thank you!

We would like to thank all friends of the Ruhrtriennale and especially the sponsors of the year 2024 for their engagement: Peter and Bettina Eickhoff, Ingeborg El Dib, Prof. Dr. Dietrich Grönemeyer, Ursula Müller, Dr. Michael Vesper, Dr. phil. Bernard Wiebel!

Freundeskreis