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My multidisciplinary work – especially my productions “Le Sacre du Printemps” and “Im Netz des Lebens” – was selected by a jury of experts from the Ministry of Science, Research and Art of Baden-Württemberg for the longlist of “Wirkt! Kultur in Gesellschaft”.

“A space for collective action” – The Rhein-Neckar-Zeitung looks behind the scenes of my immersive performance and film journey “In the Net of Life” and praises the interactive format as a pioneering artistic dialogue process.

In this immersive journey through film, performance, and interaction, I, as author and director, together with our ensemble and the audience, ask myself: How do we find our way out of stagnation and into a proactive shaping of community in times of global uncertainty?

In this documentary series, I explore the works of artists Barbara Guthy, Soana Schüler, and Anne Arend Schulten. Their monumental yet ephemeral installations made from natural materials illustrate the constant change and transience of all forms.

Collaborative action for a sustainable future: In these neighbourhood projects people work together to bring about sustainable change—and gain a sense of community and joie de vivre in the process. It was deeply inspiring to conceptualize and direct this documentary.

How do we tell stories about social and environmental crises? In this course, I help students develop their own short films and performances. The one-year project is a German-Italian-Spanish co-production within the framework of the European Cultural Foundation.

I'm looking forward to staging "Now" in Heidelberg in cooperation with the German State Philharmonic, the City of Heidelberg, and the MFG Baden-Württemberg. We're creating a space full of creativity and asking: How are we doing in the face of the environmental crisis, and what visions do we have for a more sustainable community?

Inter-Actions is much more than a dance company—it is a creative center that combines art, education, and social participation. In my film, I accompany choreographer Edan Gorlicki and his team to bring their vision to life: dance as a unifying and creative space in society.

I support Raum der Künste e.V. as a film expert, a creative community that promotes transdisciplinary projects. I also supported the short film Stillstand:ing, which is being screened at international festivals, as a dramaturg, as well as the development of Firat Konuşlu's German-Turkish feature documentary.

It was wonderful to stage the film and live performance of "Sacre du Printemps" with choreographer Evelyne Krüger-Maitrel for the German State Philharmonic. The sound of the 120-piece orchestra at the premiere was overwhelming. The 800 spectators celebrated the production with minutes of standing ovation.

The Poetry of the Earth - This is the title of a beautiful article about my dance film and production of “Sacre du Printemps” with the German State Philharmonic Orchestra.

The Vielpfalz Zeitung newspaper published a portrait of my work. In particular, we talked about my current film and dance production of “Sacre du Printemps” with the German State Philharmonic Orchestra.

A film full of magic: Lea, caught between hope and despair, fears for the destruction or preservation of her environment. The film is set to the music of "Sacre du Printemps." The Baden-Württemberg Media and Film Society has awarded the film a grant.

In the three-part documentary series "Sound of You," which I conceived and directed together with André Uelner, people from very different backgrounds come together. The series accompanies encounters that break down boundaries and foster empathy.

Want to change your perspective and sit in the middle of an orchestra? It's possible here! I conceived, directed, and produced the interactive film site with my team for the Rhineland-Palatinate State Philharmonic: www.perspektive-360.de

My feature film concept has received cultural funding from the state of Vorarlberg. I am very pleased about this funding and look forward to developing my treatment.

I was nominated for the Grimme Prize 2021 for my work as a writer and director for the series "trudoku" for the television channel funk

TV1 France made a documentary about the work of my choreographer Evelyne-Krüger Maitrel and me. We have now created several films and performances together. As a writer and director, I am grateful for the collaboration.

For the South Korean television KBS, I developed new forms of 360-degree films: here we immerse ourselves in a concert of the State Philharmonic Orchestra of Rhineland-Palatinate

Every year, the Austrian newspaper VN presents people "who will inspire and change the world with their ideas and creativity." I'm thrilled to be a part of it!

The series SWR Heimat, for which I work as a writer and director, was awarded the prestigious Bremen Television Prize! I have written and directed 12 episodes of the series so far.

I work as a dramaturge for the BBC and National Theatre Scotland and advised director Niloo-Far Khan on her script "Scenes of Survival"

Anna Allgäuer interviewed me on her podcast "Colours of Life" about my work as a writer, director, and actress. We talked about creativity, courage, and how we turn dreams into reality.

The Austrian newspaper VN interviewed me about my films and my career as an author, director and actress

"We didn't want it to end. When you identify from the first moment. When you see on stage a freshness in humor, in lines. "Water Wings" includes it all in laugh and cry and thrill".

Water Wings is being screened at the Common Goods International Film Festival in the USA, as well as at the Slemani International Film Festival and the Kobane Film Festival.

My play "Water Wings" has been translated into Greek and is being performed in Athens at the Eliart Theatre - New York Times reports

“Water Wings” is being screened at the most important short film festival, Clermont Ferrand. We are very excited! I wrote and directed the film and play the role of Kara.

"Water Wings" begins its international release and will screen at several film festivals in Europe such as the Linea d'Ombra Festival in Italy and the Bobine D'Or Festival in Paris.

"Water Wings" is shown at German festivals, such as the international film festival Mannheim-Heidelberg and is honored as one of the best films of the year at the Baden-Württemberg Film Festival.

“Dancing with Monsters” wins the award for “Best Screenplay” at the Mostra Cinema Taranto. I wrote the screenplay and directed the film.

The feature film “Nimbostratus” wins third prize at the Sky TV Awards and celebrates its television premiere on Sky. I play the lead role of Kate in the film.

At the Around the World Film Festival, "Nimbostratus" was named Best Film of the Year. It was great to be part of the film as an actress.

“A Few Reasons to Dislike You” is being shown at film festivals in Germany and Austria, including the Austrian Film Festival. I wrote the film and play the role of Emma.

At Comicon in Phoenix, USA, "Nimbostratus" won the "Best Drama" award. I'm delighted that our film is also enjoying success in the US. I play the lead role, Kate.

"Nimbostratus" is nominated for Best Narrative Film by the Barcelona Planet Film Festival. It will also be screened at the Västerås Film Festival in Sweden, the Filmmaker Day in Turin, and the Underground Turin Cinefest.

The audience voted for their favorite at the Arc Film Festival: "Nimbostratus." Gabriel Strohler and I play the leading roles, and Samuel Ackermann directed the film.

I write and direct advertising campaigns for international companies such as SAP, DHL, Renolit, and Cosnova. Some of the films have won multiple awards.

Cineeuropa has selected "Dancing with Monsters" as one of the best short films of the year, and the film will be screened at the festival in Spain. As a writer and director, I'm thrilled!

“Dancing with Monsters” is being screened at the Chicago Feminist Film Festival, as well as at the Breaking8 Film Festival and the MoveIt Festival in Italy. How wonderful that it is reaching people across borders!

The film “Nimbostratus” is showing at the Forum Cinema Offenburg, the European Short Film Festival, and the Eichstädt Film Festival. I'm looking forward to seeing our film in the cinema!

“Dancing with Monsters” is being screened at the Vratzke Film Festival in Russia and the Slemani International Film Festival. How wonderful that our film about war and dance is resonating in so many countries!

"Dancing with Monsters" will be shown at Port25 in Mannheim, as well as at the "Opening for Refugees" at Mannheim Palace. As the author and director, I am delighted that our film will be shown as a main part of these exhibitions.

"Beautiful work, it delves into many relevant themes with intelligence and grace.” "Beautiful film by a very talented filmmaker! Fantastic stuff!” Since its release, I've received a lot of positive feedback. I'd like to share a few excerpts here.

We are delighted that “Dancing with Monsters” will be screened at several South African film festivals: the Jozi Film Festival, the Kleinkaap Film Festival, and the Mzansi Women's Film Festival in Johannesburg.

"Dancing with Monsters" will be screened at the International Film Festival, the Clipaward and the Vorarlberg Short Film Festival, at the Cinemaxx Mannheim and the Karlstorkino Heidelberg.

My play was recognized as one of the best premieres in the history of the Bedlam Theatre in Edinburgh and has been revived. As a writer and director, I'm thrilled!