20 september (wednesday)
Hour: 12:00
Exhibition
level 4. Gallery
Gallery at the Orthodox Church
An exhibition project featuring Polish, Czech, and Slovak artists who have long been collaborating in various artistic endeavours. It is an international exhibition involving the Philharmonic in Szczecin, the University of Ostrava, the GDM Contemporary Art Gallery, and the Ján Koniarek Gallery in Trnava.
The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
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The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
Hour: 18:00
Discussion
Lobby
Argument Duel is a form of open expert debate with active participation from the audience on the impact of the climate crisis on individual and social human behaviour. Its main goal is to discuss the topic of environmental protection in Poland and worldwide. The ecological perspective through the lens of culture and art will also be addressed. The duel aims to discuss the climate crisis and changes in social attitudes towards rapidly changing reality. It will take the form of a debate in which the audience can actively participate by voicing their support or opposition to the presented concept by changing seats.
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The duel will consist of three discussion panels. Six experts will participate, and radio journalist Agnieszka Obszańska will moderate the entire event.
Hour: 21:00
Illumination show
Philharmonic / city space
The sixth edition of the MDF festival is a perfect opportunity to showcase the incredible lighting possibilities of the Philharmonic Hall's facade to the audience and residents of Szczecin. We invite you every evening throughout the five days of the festival.
21 september (thursday)
Hour: 12:00
Exhibition
level 4. Gallery
Gallery at the Orthodox Church
An exhibition project featuring Polish, Czech, and Slovak artists who have long been collaborating in various artistic endeavours. It is an international exhibition involving the Philharmonic in Szczecin, the University of Ostrava, the GDM Contemporary Art Gallery, and the Ján Koniarek Gallery in Trnava.
The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
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The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
Hour: 19:00
Vernissage
level 4. Gallery
Gallery at the Orthodox Church
An exhibition project featuring Polish, Czech, and Slovak artists who have long been collaborating in various artistic endeavours. It is an international exhibition involving the Philharmonic in Szczecin, the University of Ostrava, the GDM Contemporary Art Gallery, and the Ján Koniarek Gallery in Trnava.
The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
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The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
Hour: 21:00
Illumination show
Philharmonic / city space
The sixth edition of the MDF festival is a perfect opportunity to showcase the incredible lighting possibilities of the Philharmonic Hall's facade to the audience and residents of Szczecin. We invite you every evening throughout the five days of the festival.
22 september (friday)
Hour: 12:00
Exhibition
level 4. Gallery
Gallery at the Orthodox Church
An exhibition project featuring Polish, Czech, and Slovak artists who have long been collaborating in various artistic endeavours. It is an international exhibition involving the Philharmonic in Szczecin, the University of Ostrava, the GDM Contemporary Art Gallery, and the Ján Koniarek Gallery in Trnava.
The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
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The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
Hour: 19:00
Concert
Symphony Hall
An Energetic Evening with the big band in the leading role, arranged and envisioned by Mariusz Dziubek, who enriches songs of various musical styles and diverse performers with wind instruments (aerophones)!
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Once again, the Szczecin Philharmonic Big Band invites outstanding artists to collaborate and explore new, unexpected sounds together. The big band combines pleasure with art and prepares special repertoires, utilising unlimited performance possibilities. This time, in the Golden Hall, the renowned rappers GrubSon and AbradAb, as well as Polish singer Marysia Sadowska, known for her jazz, pop, funk, and electronic music, will perform alongside the big band under the direction of Mariusz Dziubek. It will be a dynamic fusion of completely different musical genres. Undoubtedly, one of the most energetic evenings of the year lies ahead of us!
Hour: 21:00
Illumination show
Philharmonic / city space
The sixth edition of the MDF festival is a perfect opportunity to showcase the incredible lighting possibilities of the Philharmonic Hall's facade to the audience and residents of Szczecin. We invite you every evening throughout the five days of the festival.
23 september (saturday)
Hour: 12:00
Exhibition
level 4. Gallery
Gallery at the Orthodox Church
An exhibition project featuring Polish, Czech, and Slovak artists who have long been collaborating in various artistic endeavours. It is an international exhibition involving the Philharmonic in Szczecin, the University of Ostrava, the GDM Contemporary Art Gallery, and the Ján Koniarek Gallery in Trnava.
The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
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The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
Hour: 21:00
Electronic music concert
Lobby
Europe's most exciting electronic musicians are a duo called HVOB. Based in Vienna, they are conquering the world of electronic music since 2012.

The two musicians behind HVOB are Anna Müller and Paul Wallner. Anna Müller composes, produces and also provides the captivating, hypnotic vocals. Final production of the tracks is done in collaboration with Paul Wallner in his Vienna studio. Together they are responsible for creating the unique sound of HVOB.

The success of their albums was followed by sell out tours of America, Australia, Africa, Asia and Europe, gigs at Burning Man and Fuji Rock Japan, as well as headline appearances at Sonar in Barcelona, Clockenflap in Hong Kong and the Fusion Festival.

Following four studio albums and one live album, HVOB released their sixth album in 2022: TOO is an angry, tender, vulnerable, determined account of a generation's search for life. The album explores extremes in concept, content and sound.
Illumination show
Philharmonic / city space
The sixth edition of the MDF festival is a perfect opportunity to showcase the incredible lighting possibilities of the Philharmonic Hall's facade to the audience and residents of Szczecin. We invite you every evening throughout the five days of the festival.
24 september (sunday)
Hour: 12:00
Exhibition
level 4. Gallery
Gallery at the Orthodox Church
An exhibition project featuring Polish, Czech, and Slovak artists who have long been collaborating in various artistic endeavours. It is an international exhibition involving the Philharmonic in Szczecin, the University of Ostrava, the GDM Contemporary Art Gallery, and the Ján Koniarek Gallery in Trnava.
The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
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The main curator of the project is Tomáš Koudela, in collaboration with Tereza Čapandová, Vladek Beskid, and Andreas Guskos. The curatorial intention is to present a contemporary art scene in which traditional impressions and multimedia expressions are a natural part.
In addition to drawing, painting, and sculpture, sound installations, video productions, eco-artistic projects, and hybrid image constructions produced by artificial intelligence will be there to be seen.
The key thematic structure reflects on the emerging identity of post-industrial central points, which serve as the working and personal living spaces of artists involved in the project.
An extraordinary accent of creative implementation, their common denominator, is, in many cases, the artistic transformation of existential profiles as platforms for reinterpreting ethically heterogeneous meanings or aesthetically homogeneous concepts of the world's values.
The open spirit is realised in the world and together with the world. If the world is understood, its spirit will also be understood because we already know preliminarily what SPIRIT OPEN is.
In simpler terms, the essence of the exhibition's concept is the exploration of points of contact as focal points of a new language of coexistence, encompassing a wide range of artefact codes that operate in the contemporary visual arts scene as echoes of temporal horizons, under the influence of which our reciprocity can give meaning.
Hour: 17:00
Family concert
Symphony Hall
What exactly is energy? Sometimes we have plenty of it, and other times we feel completely devoid of it. Where can we find energy when we lack it? It turns out that we can draw energy from the sun, wind, and atoms, but also from our interactions with other people and from art. The concept of different types of energy will be introduced to us by the children from Class 2a of Primary School No. 3 in Szczecin. On a Sunday afternoon, the well-known voice of Czesław Mozil, reading a therapeutic fairy tale for children about a character named Utworko who lacks energy and resides in the Philharmonic Hall, will captivate the children.


Public task is financed by the City of Szczecin.
Hour: 21:00
Illumination show
Philharmonic / city space
The sixth edition of the MDF festival is a perfect opportunity to showcase the incredible lighting possibilities of the Philharmonic Hall's facade to the audience and residents of Szczecin. We invite you every evening throughout the five days of the festival.