As an inspiring counterpoint to the concerts in the Pierre Boulez Saal, the Akademie Forum is the Barenboim-Said Akademie’s space for “intellectual chamber music.” This series of talks, readings, and discussions featuring guests from the humanities, literature, politics, and public life addresses topics of our time. The Forum is an invitation to explore and participate in the academy’s intellectual life. All events include a musical performance by students of the Barenboim-Said Akademie. Guests and dates for the 2025–26 academic year will be announced later.

All events start at 6 pm and take place in the foyer of the Barenboim-Said Akademie. 

The series is curated by Prof. Dr. Jacob Eder, Prof. Dr. Roni Mann and Prof. Dr. Kai Wiegandt. Musical program curated by Prof. Michael Barenboim