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theGATE: Future Boundaries

theGATE: Future Boundaries will take place between May 18 and 22, 2026, in Stuttgart, as a benchmark initiative in the framework of intersection of art, science, technology and society.

eCulture Convention – This professional event promotes debate, discussion and reflection on the challenges and opportunities in the confluence of art, science, technology and society as a key driver to face and envision the future. Leading international figures from disciplines such as science, artificial intelligence, creative economy, quantum computing, the humanities and art will participate in the event, proposing meeting points between disciplines More information and registration: https://thegate-festival.com/event/eculture-convention/

The ReACH Workshop invites artists to participate in an enriching workshop on high-performance computing, scientific simulation & visualization, as well as artificial intelligence designed to elevate your concepts to the next level. This five-day workshop offers a unique platform for participants to present their ideas and engage with a team of specialists. More information and application: https://thegate-festival.com/event/reach-2026/

theGATE Festival: Never before has art been so close to science as it is now in the electronic age. Researchers at supercomputing centres, universities and companies alike have been collaborating with artists through programs like S+T+ARTS and reaping the rewards for many years now. This festival exhibition pulls back the curtains on this unique mode of collaboration and the art-driven innovation it contributes to. The exhibition includes two projects from MERZ Akademie. More information: https://thegate-festival.com/event/thegate-festival-2026/

Date: May 18-22, 2026 | Location: HLRS | Nobelstraße 19 | 70569 Stuttgart

Organized by HLRS – High-Performance Computing Center Stuttgart & Media Solution Center Baden-Württemberg

Source: https://thegate-festival.com/

Open Stage Games BW goes ITFS with Studio Seufz

Whether independent game studios or major publishers, recent graduates or recruiters looking for artists and graphic designers:  Open Stage Games BW offers a platform for a wide range of players in the games industry to connect, exchange ideas, and bring their topics to the stage. This time, Open Stage Games BW is taking place in cooperation with the GameZone of the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film (ITFS) (May 5-10, 2026)!

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in line with the ITFS GameZone and the nominated titles for the Animated Games Award Germany, you can look forward to an impulse talk from the Games BW industry on the intersection and development of animation and games: Anselm Pyta (Studio Seufz) will present “Animation und Immersion in The Longing und Lucky Tower Ultimate.”

Lucky Tower Ultimate, Studio Seufz

After the talk, the stage will – as usual – be open to everyone. Got a topic you’d like to share or want to introduce yourself, your team, or your project? Then decide spontaneously during the event and simply sign up. During the networking session afterwards, you’ll have the chance to connect with others over drinks and light snacks.

The event is free of charge. Registration is required by May 5, 2026.

Date: May 6, 2026, 19:00-22:00 CET | Location: Museum Der Bildenden Künste / Alte Staatsgalerie, Metzler Saal, Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 32, 70173 Stuttgart

At the ITFS GameZone, animation, games, and interactive experiences merge. From May 6 to May 10 (daily 11:00-20:00 CET, Sunday until 17:00 CET), you can discover and try out current games, creative projects, and new forms of digital storytelling. Visit the ITFS GameZone on May 6 before 19:00 CET and then join the Open Stage with your drink!

Open Stage Games BW goes ITFS is jointly organized by MFG Baden-Württemberg, Game Baden-Württemberg, CyberForum, K³ Kultur- und Kreativwirtschaftsbüro der Stadt Karlsruhe and Film Commission Region Stuttgart, in cooperation with the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film Stuttgart (ITFS), and supported by the Ministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kunst Baden-Württemberg.

Source, further information, and registration: https://www.mfg.de/veranstaltungen/detailansicht/2334-open-stage-games-bw/ | https://itfs.de/en/show/open-stage-games-bw-2/