I work as a writer, performer, and organizer at the intersection of literature, live performance, and the public sphere. Over many years, I have contributed to artistic and cultural projects in different capacities—as a concept developer, organizer, host, and writer.
Commissioned Work & Writing
I create commissioned work for literary festivals, institutions, museums, companies, and private clients. Every project begins with a conversation to clarify the idea, context, and intention. From there, I develop a text or format that fits the project in tone, form, and perspective.
Commissioned work can take many forms: writing for print and digital media, performance pieces, live appearances, audio works, or short video formats.
Event Hosting
I host events, conversations, and panels in a range of settings – from literary events and poetry programs to cultural, social, and institutional contexts.
For me, hosting is not just a frame around an event, but an active part of the evening. My approach focuses on introducing complex topics with clarity, guiding conversations in a structured and attentive way, and creating strong connections between audiences, guests, and context – while staying open to the dynamics of the moment without losing the thread.
Concept Development & Curating
A central part of my work is developing formats and concepts. I am interested not only in what is presented, but in how a subject is framed, structured, and made public.
This includes, among other things:
– developing event series and standalone events
– shaping the dramaturgy of an evening
– defining thematic focuses and curatorial direction
– assembling line-ups
– creating hybrid formats that move between reading, performance, conversation, and music
My aim is to develop formats that fit the specific context, audience, and venue – while remaining open, precise, and flexible.
For individual inquiries, smaller-scale formats, or direct collaborations, please contact me at mail@kenyamamoto.de.
Larger productions, institutional collaborations, and corporate inquiries are coordinated by my agency, slampool.