About
Something Great is a non-profit organisation based in Germany that supports, promotes, and presents international contemporary performing arts , with a focus on dance and performance. Founded in 2017 as an organisation dedicated to the dissemination of contemporary performing arts, it has since become one of Europe’s most influential organisations in its field, and has recently evolved into an arts centre.
Established in 2022, the centre is housed within an extensive complex of outbuildings at Schloss Mentin, a historic manor estate in Ruhner Berge, a rural municipality in southwestern Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Conveniently located just 1.5 hours from Hamburg and Berlin, and 20 minutes from the nearby town of Parchim, the centre offers a unique space for artistic research, creation, exchange, and presentation. It comprises four venues, which will gradually open to the public between 2026 and 2030.
Today, as an arts centre, Something Great develops a wide range of activities—from gallery-style collaborations with associated artists to programming residencies and events. Its programmes take place both on-site and beyond, including the broadcasting of online radio shows.
Established in 2022, the centre is housed within an extensive complex of outbuildings at Schloss Mentin, a historic manor estate in Ruhner Berge, a rural municipality in southwestern Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Conveniently located just 1.5 hours from Hamburg and Berlin, and 20 minutes from the nearby town of Parchim, the centre offers a unique space for artistic research, creation, exchange, and presentation. It comprises four venues, which will gradually open to the public between 2026 and 2030.
Today, as an arts centre, Something Great develops a wide range of activities—from gallery-style collaborations with associated artists to programming residencies and events. Its programmes take place both on-site and beyond, including the broadcasting of online radio shows.
Who We Are
Rui Silveira
Founder and Artistic Director, also responsible for general management and public relations of the organisation. Legal representative of the organisation.
Co-Managing Director (Production)
Niki Fischer
Leads production activities and co-manages organisational processes, working closely with Laura and Rui.
Co-Managing Director (Administration)
Laura Cecilia Nicolas
Responsible for administrative operations and financial coordination, working closely with Rui, Niki, and external accountants.
Artistic Team
River Lin, Ash Bulayev, Cristina Planas Leitão
River collaborates with Rui on the SG Arts Centre’s artistic direction and future programmes. Ash and Cristina occasionally contribute as consultants.
Distribution & Fundraising
Nicole Schuchardt
Nicole Schuchardt
Sponsorship & Donor Relations
Felix Franz Vogler
Responsible for sponsorship strategies and donor relations for the SG Arts Centre; also holds legal power of attorney to represent the organisation.
Assistant Distribution & Management
Luca Napoli
Felix Franz Vogler
Responsible for sponsorship strategies and donor relations for the SG Arts Centre; also holds legal power of attorney to represent the organisation.
Assistant Distribution & Management
Luca Napoli
Local Production Team
David Heck, Martina Pott, Milena Gehrt
Production collaborators based in Ruhner Berge: David manages the cafeteria; Martina oversees facilities; Milena supports program production.
Who To Contact
General Inquiries
E-mail: contact@somethinggreat.de
Artist Submissions & Partnership Proposals
Rui Silveira and River Lin
Associate Artists
For information about our associate artists, please contact:
Nicole Schuchardt and Luca Napoli
For production and administrative matters related to tours, please contact:
Niki Fischer and Laura Cecilia Nicolas
E-mail: contact@somethinggreat.de
Artist Submissions & Partnership Proposals
Rui Silveira and River Lin
Associate Artists
For information about our associate artists, please contact:
Nicole Schuchardt and Luca Napoli
For production and administrative matters related to tours, please contact:
Niki Fischer and Laura Cecilia Nicolas
Donations & Sponsorship Giving:
For inquiries related to donations and sponsorships:
Felix Franz Vogler
Felix Franz Vogler
Call Our Office
+49 30 28640944
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 10AM - 6PM (CET)
Our Postal Addresses
For postal mail, please send your correspondence to:
Weichselstraße 44
12045 Berlin
Ruhner Straße, 6A
19376 Ruhner Berge
Weichselstraße 44
12045 Berlin
Ruhner Straße, 6A
19376 Ruhner Berge
If you would like to visit us at our centre or at our office, please check our website section visit
Legal Details
For administrative information (legal company name, tax number, etc.), please check our imprint
For administrative information (legal company name, tax number, etc.), please check our imprint