Federal Government grants Leipziger Lofft €100,000
The Leipzig Lofft has made history this year as the first-time winner of the prestigious Federal Theatre Prize. The annual award, given to smaller and medium-sized theatres in Germany, recognises artistic diversity and innovation.
This year, the Leipzig Lofft, two Berlin houses, and one theatre in Jena were honoured with the prize. The Culture State Minister, Claudia Roth, made the announcement, praising the winning theatres for their exceptional contributions to the German theatre scene.
While the Leipzig Lofft and the other winning theatres received a financial boost of 100,000 euros each, the main prize of the Federal Theater Award has yet to be awarded. It will be presented in spring 2026 by the Federal Commissioner for Culture and the Media, with applications open until November 15, 2025.
Interestingly, Berlin and Jena are the only cities with multiple winners in this year's Federal Theatre Prize. Over 80 theatres had applied for the prize, making the competition fierce.
The awards ceremony for the Federal Theatre Prize will take place in Berlin on October 11th. However, Culture State Minister Claudia Roth did not reveal any specific details about the ceremony during her announcement of the winners.
Despite not receiving any additional monetary prizes, winning the Federal Theatre Prize is a significant achievement for the Leipzig Lofft. The theatre, known for its innovative and diverse productions, joins an esteemed list of past winners, further solidifying its position as a leading cultural institution in Germany.
This year's Federal Theatre Prize marks a milestone for the Leipzig Lofft and a testament to the power of artistic diversity and innovation in the world of theatre. The theatre looks forward to continuing to push boundaries and inspire audiences in the years to come.
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