Venice Biennale 61st pavilions & programming
Key Questions
What is the theme of the 61st Venice Biennale?
Koyo Kouoh's theme is 'In Minor Keys,' featuring 111 living artists with a focus on intimacy. It includes 'Shrines' and 'Oases' strands and omits Golden Lions awards.
Which artists are presenting at the German Pavilion?
Sung Tieu and Henrike Naumann are creating an immersive 'Ruin' installation for the German Pavilion. It explores themes of decay and reconstruction.
What is featured in the Singapore Pavilion at the 2026 Biennale?
The Singapore Pavilion presents 'A Pause,' which unfolds as part of the national pavilions running through November 2026. Collateral events and guides are available for visitors.
Koyo Kouoh’s 'In Minor Keys' theme (111 living artists, no Golden Lions, intimacy focus with Shrines/Oases strands); German Pavilion 'Ruin' immersive by Sung Tieu and Henrike Naumann; Singapore Pavilion 'A Pause'; Brazil Pavilion 'Comigo Ninguém Pode' with Rosana Paulino and Adriana Varejão exploring colonial histories, spirituality and magical beings. National pavilions unfolding through Nov 2026.