29 April–3 May 2026 · Dschungel Theater, Vienna, Austria
VRUMSTIVAL 2026 marks the 10th anniversary of VRUM Performing Arts Collective with a five-day international festival in Vienna dedicated to contemporary performing arts for young audiences.
The festival brings together artists, children, families, educators, and cultural professionals in a shared space of artistic exchange, intergenerational encounter, and international networking.
Stage Productions
LEUCHTFEUER (8+) – Dance theatre with live music exploring solidarity, hope, and intergenerational collaboration.
MIRABILIA (2+) – Dance and object theatre inspired by Baroque aesthetics, creating a cabinet of wonders for the youngest audiences.
THE MILKY WAY (6–18 months) – An immersive dance installation designed for babies and their caregivers.
Playshops & Participatory Formats
A rich programme of hands-on formats invites active participation, including: DJing for Kids · Costume Lab · Confi-Dance · No Work Just Play · Breathe Like a Tree · Sandman’s Songs · Make a Friend Space
These playshops create spaces for creativity, embodiment, and shared artistic experience across generations.
Professional Exchange & Networking
VRUMSTIVAL includes dedicated formats for the professional community:
Think Global, Act Local! – an open working and networking space addressing mediation practices, audience development, and international collaboration.
Young Dance Network & ASSITEJ Austria meet-up.
Additional professional dialogue formats embedded in the festival structure.
Evening & Music Programme
The festival extends into evening events that strengthen community and artistic exchange, including:
VRUMOPHONE (premiere concert) · Cura Dečko · VRUM Remix Fashion Auction · Silent Dance Party · Sandman’s Session.
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VRUMSTIVAL stands for inclusive, intergenerational, and multidimensional body practice and creates space for artistic dialogue, international collaboration, and sustainable connections within the field of performing arts for young audiences.
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