Joana Tischkau

choreographer

Joana Tischkau is a Berlin-based choreographer and artist known for her thought-provoking work that addresses race, identity, and cultural representation in contemporary performance. Her recent piece, 'Runnin'', premiered at the HAU performance stage in Berlin, where it explores the tension between the movement of Black bodies in public spaces and societal perceptions of race. Tischkau's work critiques the fading commitment to diversity in Germany's cultural institutions and highlights the complexities of participation and representation, particularly for marginalized voices. As a Black German woman, she advocates for a more inclusive cultural landscape, challenging the notion of neutrality that often disguises systemic biases.