„There is something insane and magical about the whole thing: the neurotic flickering of neon lights, the absorption of the self in a trance induced by an eerie beat, or the feigning of bliss with a stranger on a shabby couch in a smoky room. In the hustle and bustle of the night, stories unfold behind the party façade that are not just about frivolous entertainment, but about a special, inexhaustible aspect of human existence: the insatiable longing to feel physically and mentally free.“

Benita Suchodrev

An urban landscape is full of spatial and temporal interstices - places that offer freedom by escaping the established order outside their walls. The labyrinth of nightlife and club culture is more than just an escape; it is a gateway to a new reality where the dance floor is a shelter of possibilities, where freedom becomes physically tangible.

For over 30 years, Berlin has been a haven for those seeking freedom and reinvention. Whether it's exhibitionism or escapism, the decision to hide behind a mask or shed all facades, breaking social barriers or indulging in hedonism - every face tells a story, every image reflects the hidden narratives behind a fleeting expression or look.
The NIGHTSHIFT BERLIN exhibition presents more than 100 photographs from the past two decades. It documents the fleeting moments, the unmistakable characters and the intense moods that make up the soul of an almost bygone era.