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New Techno Club ‘Printhouse’ Opens in Munich-Moosach, Plans for Cultural Center
Munich’s nightlife is set to receive a significant boost with the opening of ‘Printhouse’, a new techno club located in a former printing factory in Dessauerstraße, Moosach. The club, which will initially host monthly techno events, aims to become a full-fledged cultural center by next year, offering a diverse program including concerts, exhibitions, and theater.
From Printing Press to Party Palace: A New Chapter for Dessauerstraße
The ‘Printhouse’ project emerges as welcome news for Munich’s club scene, particularly after the closure of the popular Blitz Club on Museumsinsel this summer. Located near the OEZ, the venue will leverage the industrial aesthetic of the disused printing factory, with its nine-meter-high halls and stark, imposing environment. Curator Christoph Pankowski emphasized the importance of preserving the building’s historical character, stating, “It’s important to me that the building shows its history. We’re not polishing anything away here.”
A Vision for a Multifaceted Cultural Hub
While ‘Printhouse’ will kick off with techno events, the long-term vision is much broader. Plans include transforming the space into a vibrant cultural center that operates independently of the club nights. This ambitious project envisions a diverse offering, from jazz concerts and opera performances to art exhibitions and theatrical productions. A dedicated gastronomy area is also planned to cater to visitors throughout the day, even on a Tuesday afternoon, as Pankowski noted, highlighting the ambition for a venue that is always active.
Key Players and Creative Collaborations
The development of the ‘Printhouse’ cultural center involves several key figures. Henrik Szilit from the ‘set about’ agency is overseeing the overall development of the area, including planning corporate and agency events and exhibitions. Robert Benke, known for his work with Cord Club and Holzkranich, will manage the future gastronomy operations. For the electronic club nights, the Bachstelzen team has been engaged as lighting designers, promising to bring a dynamic visual element to the industrial setting.
Opening Event and Future Outlook
The ‘Printhouse Opening’ is scheduled for October 17th, featuring renowned artists such as The Lady Machine and Zenker Brothers, with doors opening at 10 PM at Dessauerstraße 10. While the initial focus is on establishing the club as a premier techno destination, the team is actively working towards securing the necessary permits for the permanent change of use that will allow the full cultural center vision to materialize. The approval for this long-term transformation of the area is still pending, as confirmed by Pankowski.
This initiative reflects a broader trend in urban development, where disused industrial spaces are repurposed to create new cultural and entertainment venues, similar to how the old Riem airport hosted legendary parties in the 90s. The ‘Printhouse’ project aims to provide Munich with a dynamic new space that caters to a wide range of cultural interests, breathing new life into a historic industrial site.
Source: https://www.abendzeitung-muenchen.de/muenchen/neuer-club-fuer-muenchnertechno-fans-was-alles-geplant-ist-und-was-in-zukunft-noch-kommen-soll-art-1164563
