The media project "Break & Repair," initiated as part of "CLOSEUP Bremen," presents an art exhibition on care-related topics and beyond. Initiated by artists Anna Bart and Carolin Klapp.
What could an art world look like that takes into account the realities of life for artists with children? The project "Break & Repair," initiated by Bremen-based artist Anna Bart and artist and designer Carolin Klapp, addresses this question. As part of the "CLOSEUP Bremen" grant from nordmedia, they developed a two-month online artist residency that integrates artistic production, networking, and family care work. From November 14 to December 6, 2026, the eight participating artists will present the results of the residency for the first time at the Center for Art in Bremen.
The exhibition features works on care work, parenthood, sleep deprivation and artistic practice – including collages of family photos, video works, messages printed on muslin cloths, ceramics, installations and a sleep performance.
The exhibition features works by Ada Hillebrecht (Bremen), Angelina Seibert (Erzgebirge), Carlotta von Haebler (Bremen), Franca Brockmann (Bremen), Joanna Kischka (Leichlingen/Düsseldorf), Katharina Göppert (Mainz/Stuttgart), Nina Langensand (Geneva) and Noelle BuAbbud (Bremen).
Anna Bart and Carolin Klapp cordially invite you to the opening on Friday, November 13, 2026, starting at 3 p.m. Open childcare will be available from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., allowing parents and children to participate.
Opening Friday, November 13, 2026, 3 p.m. With performances by Carlotta von Haebler and Nina Langensand. Open childcare from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Exhibition dates: November 14 – December 6, 2026 | Opening hours: Saturdays and Sundays, 3–5 pm (free admission)
Location: Center for Art, Hermann-Ritter-Straße 108e, in the Tobacco Quarter, Bremen
Special opening hours: Open studios at the Center for Art on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (free admission) and for all events at the Center for Art.
The project is part of CLOSEUP Bremen and is funded by nordmedia, Radio Bremen, and the Senator for Economic Affairs, Ports and Transformation.
The exhibition is also being realized in cooperation with the Center for Art and the Senator for Culture Bremen.
