Deutscher Kritikerpreis was a cultural prize awarded annually by the Association of German Critics (Verband der Deutschen Kritiker e.V.) from 1951 to 2009. This award was given for outstanding contributions in the fields of architecture, the fine arts, television, film, radio, literature, music, dance and theater. According to the guidelines of the Association, "the undiscovered, too little appreciated or a life's work" ("das noch Unentdeckte, zu wenig Gewürdigte oder ein Lebenswerk") had to be emphasized as far as possible. The award was discontinued with the dissolution of the Association in 2010. References External links Theaterforschung: Verband der deutschen Kritiker e. V. Verband der deutschen Kritiker e.V.: Die Preisträger 1951–2008 German literary awards Awards established in 1951 1951 establishments in Germany Awards disestablished in 2009 2009 disestablishments in Germany