ATHENSHOT 2027 - The City Between Us

ATHENSHOT is a multidisciplinary arts festival organised by BRAINSHOT, an Athens-based non-profit organisation. It brings artists, communities and audiences together to explore the city through contemporary artistic practice, participation and exchange. The 2027 edition, “The City Between Us - Bodies, Threads and Routes”, is planned for 27 - 28 March at Technopolis City of Athens. It explores the relationships that shape urban life: between bodies and public space, personal stories and collective memory, movement and belonging. Who feels welcome in the city? Which experiences remain unseen? How can art create new ways of meeting and sharing space? The programme is being developed across performance, music, visual arts, photography, film, spoken word and participatory workshops. Textile practices and creative reuse offer a connecting thread, turning everyday materials into carriers of stories, memories and encounters. These practices sit within a wider artistic exploration of Athens and the people who shape it. ATHENSHOT creates space for emerging artists alongside established practitioners, encouraging dialogue across disciplines and between local and international perspectives. Audiences are invited to contribute their own experiences through workshops, collaborative works and conversations. Accessibility and inclusion inform the festival’s planning, artistic collaborations and audience engagement. Planned provisions include Greek Sign Language interpretation for selected activities, a quiet space and clear visitor information. Details of accessibility services and the activities they cover will be published with the final programme. Building on previous editions, ATHENSHOT 2027 continues to develop as a meeting place for artistic experimentation, community participation and cultural exchange. The full programme and participating artists will be announced on BRAINSHOT’s website and social media.