A Christmas evening for singing along in three parts. With Marion Wilmer (vocals) and Christian Heckelsmüller (piano and vocals), renowned figures from the German musical scene tune us into the Advent season and Christmas.

Doors open: 3:30 PM

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Let yourself be enchanted by Europe's shadow theater No. 1!

With their award-winning shadow theater, the Mobilés will transport their audience into a Christmas world full of wonders and dreams. Get ready for the new Christmas show that enchants, inspires, and moves. The new program has captured the poetry of Christmas and presents it to the audience under the Christmas tree. A wonderful gift for young and old.
In 2020, the Cologne ensemble celebrated its 40th anniversary with a new program, which was extended until 2023 due to the pandemic. It was clear: the time was ripe for new adventures from the world of shadows. The result is the "Christmas Special." The Mobilés have once again staged a dazzling feast for the senses with their Moving Shadows. Loving, suffering, dancing, tumbling, poetic, and funny, they enchant their audience – in black, white, and in color. Shadows that inspire the world.

They have fascinated, touched, and thrilled their audience since their inception. A highlight of many awards: winning the French Supertalent in Paris.

At the world's largest comedy festival "Just for Laughs" in Montreal, Moving Shadows not only thrilled the live audience and TV viewers but also the jury. They won two out of a total of six awards, the "Creativity Award" and the Audience Award "Darlings of the Heart." No other group has achieved this in the 40-year history of the festival.
At the end of 2022, they reached the finals of the Italian Supertalent and landed in 2nd place with a razor-thin margin.

Seven artists, one screen, plus light and music, that's all it takes for a dreamy journey. The artists, dancers, and mimes envelop their audience with delicate images. The Moving Shadows create a poetic series of images with astonishing precision and stunning ease from flowing bodies, whirl into the light with fervor, and disappear again into the mysterious depth of the space. Behind the screen, their bodies merge into landscapes, animals, and buildings, in front of the screen, the shadows enchant their audience. The virtuoso play of forms transports one into a wonderful world and strikes straight to the heart.

Doors open: 6:00 PM

The high art of ballet is still celebrated around the world. "Royal Classical Ballet" provides a magical taste of this.

Swan Lake - Swan Lake again

Classical ballet - what do you think of first? In nine out of ten cases, the image that comes to mind is that of a delicate dancer in a white shimmering tutu, her face framed by white feathers. Add to that a noble prince who falls in love with the dream creature... Unknowingly, and yet always the same image from Swan Lake. This one performance embodies what many consider to be classical ballet - then as now.

With over 100 years of unchallenged popularity among international audiences, Swan Lake is one of the most beloved works in the classical ballet repertoire! A masterpiece of its genre. After Swan Lake, one can become addicted. "Those who do not know Swan Lake cannot understand ballet." say ballet critics.

"It is a love that nobody should be ashamed of, because nowhere else has classical ballet reached such artistic perfection as in this neo-romantic choreography by Lev Ivanov" (Horst Koegler).

It applies to ballet in general and to Swan Lake in particular: love and longing, loneliness and jealousy, anger, pain, and happiness - all these intense feelings are portrayed with the body language as fervently and disproportionately as one would never believe with spoken words. "If I could express with words what I feel, I wouldn't need to dance." This is how the famous Margot Fonteyn summed it up in a few words.

In the finest traditional ballet language, the ballet tells the story of Prince Siegfried, Princess Odette, and the sorcerer Rothbart, of longing, loneliness, jealousy, anger, pain, happiness, and above all, of the victory of love over evil.

The story of the Swan Princess Odette is known all over the world:

A young prince must marry to preserve the dynasty. However, Prince Siegfried unfortunately does not fall in love with any of the intended young ladies, but with a charming foreign girl to whom he swears eternal loyalty. The beautiful Odette, however, is under an evil spell and can only assume human form for a few hours at night. The sorcerer Rothbart then has his own daughter appear in the guise of Odette at a lavish feast in the castle to deceive the prince. The deluded prince unintentionally breaks his vow of loyalty. When he realizes this, he asks for forgiveness, which is granted to him. In the end, he even defeats the evil sorcerer himself, so that the triumph of love becomes complete.

For young and old, it is a welcome opportunity to experience the unique perfection of ballet and effortlessly access the enchanting world of ballet.

With a floating lightness and elegance, the ballet dancers make you forget the precise work and athletic rigor behind the performance. With precise wing beats, Royal Classical Ballet transports you into a world of weightlessness and poetry.

Highest perfection and impressive aesthetics combine to create a first-class ballet experience.

Doors open: 7 p.m.

An Authentic Show of Irish Music, Song and Dance

The name Danceperados of Ireland already symbolizes the enthusiasm of the ensemble for Irish step dancing. Freely translated, it means "The Dance-Crazed". Yes, the Irish can't resist dancing, singing, and playing. It's in their blood. Fishing is also part of the Irish DNA.

With "Hooked," the Danceperados have created a new exhilarating show that combines the fascination of fishing and dancing with music and song. "Hooked" is a tribute to the customs and traditions of maritime communities, where things are wonderfully different from the big cities. The songs and stories about the sea take us back to a time when people were still self-sufficient and led a simple but self-determined life. However, a dangerous one! The sea has not only given, but often also taken. All of this will be seen and heard. A multi-vision with historical and current images and videos combine with music and step dancing to create a total work of art for the eyes and ears.

"Hooked" is not just an ode to the sea and the rivers of the Emerald Isle or the wild and untamed nature. Given the pace and aggression of current overfishing, one must wonder whether the natural environment will be preserved for future generations. The Danceperados of Ireland bring the unequal fight of David against Goliath onto the world's stage. In contrast to other shows that only portray an idealized, beautiful world, the ensemble manages to be extremely entertaining while presenting more than just shallow content.

Another major difference from other step dancing shows is that the Danceperados perform live! Many of their competitors feed the audience with half-playback or even full-playback.

In 2014, the Danceperados of Ireland set a different quality standard by leading a movement that aims to liberate Irish step dancing from the claws of big producers and bring it "back to the roots". Media and fans are electrified by the power and competence of this new and honest concept. They receive standing ovations, celebrating an ensemble that has successfully combined show and culture in the best way.

Those who have seen "Hooked" will not only be well entertained when they leave but will also learn a lot about Ireland from yesterday and today. They might also be encouraged that it's worth fighting for what we love.

Doors open: 18:00

THE CAVERN BEATLES
Visually and acoustically an absolutely realistic concert as in the years 1963-66 - live!

Like a time machine, the audience (of all ages) is transported back to the 60s. And it seems as if they do not want to return to the present anytime soon. A over two-hour power concert with authentic technology, instruments, and costumes and without any "bells and whistles" are the best evidence of this!

First-class "Tribute Bands" not only try to look and sound like their famous role models, but they manage to capture the true essence of the artists and the mood of the time and convey it to the audience. In this respect, the Cavern Beatles are leading in their field and always manage to captivate the audience with their amazing stage presence. When you see the individual musicians, it is obvious who they represent - but when you see them all together on stage, the resemblance to the original is stunning. As musicians, they have meticulously researched the Beatles' songs to play the music as authentically as possible, from chord progressions to every drum fill. Critics often praise their vocal abilities. All four band members were born and raised in Liverpool, giving them a natural vocal advantage.

When thousands of visitors seriously wonder if the originals were ever live as good as their successors, it has meaning. It says a lot about the quality of the performance, as most guests only know the Beatles from various recordings. So, people always listen and evaluate with studio quality as a benchmark.


The Beatles Tribute No. 1 - live from Liverpool

"The 12 Tenors" are regarded as one of the most successful vocal formations in the world. For exactly 15 years, they have been captivating audiences in many countries with their powerful voices, impressive choreography, witty entertainment, and charming moderation. Now, the singers are celebrating this stage anniversary with a show that ignites a fireworks display of emotions and memories. This singing dozen wants to celebrate their stage birthday with their loyal audience in many cities.
Accompanied by a live band and framed by a spectacular light show, the 12 Tenors celebrate the versatility of music in all its facets. World-famous arias meet rock and pop anthems, an alliance of charismatic voices forms an impressive ensemble, and 12 top soloists merge in their virtuosity and passion into a magnificent unity. Playfully, they connect classical traditions with modern boy group feelings.
The 12 exceptional singers agree: "Our interpretations are meant to not only reflect the beauty of the original compositions but also to establish an emotional connection with the audience. Magic happens when the power of our voices meets timeless world hits, transforming these into our own, deeply personal versions through our emotions."

DER KLEINE PRINZ – DAS MUSICAL “One sees well only with the heart...
...What is essential is invisible to the eyes.” More than 75 years ago, in the midst of the Second World War, these lines were published for the first time. The author aims to write a “children’s book for adults.” With its many life lessons, the book today rests on many nightstands. Especially in our turbulent times, the message of the little prince is highly relevant.
From the masterpiece of Saint-Exupéry, a breathtaking and colorful musical spectacle has emerged, featuring grand music and many special effects, specifically aimed at the child within adults, and therefore also understood by children. A musical for the whole family! The enthusiasm of the audience from all generations is overwhelming. Full of emotions and visual surprises, the wisdom of the little prince is conveyed to the audience in an entertaining way. Great voices and wonderful melodies alternate with fast-paced dance scenes and spectacular multimedia animations. The actors, singers, and dancers bring to life, alongside the prince and the pilot, the well-known characters like the rose, the fox, and the snake. Now, the music composed by Deborah Sasson and the lyrics by Jochen Sautter have been completely re-orchestrated by the British successful musician Ryan Martin, who has also composed and arranged music for Cirque de Soleil, America’s Got Talent, Netflix, and the BBC.

Admission: 19:30

Germany's number 1 musical star, Uwe Kröger, rages as the disfigured, feared, and internally torn Phantom in the catacombs of the Paris Opera. Christine (world star Deborah Sasson) is torn between her childhood love, Count Raoul de Chagny, and her mysterious mentor, with whose help her voice has gained enchanting beauty. Audiences and critics everywhere celebrate the interaction of the two main actors.

"I know whom I love, now I must know whom I must hate." A sentence that sums up the delicate love triangle of the world-famous story of the "Phantom of the Opera". Since 2010, the musical production by Sasson/Sautter has captivated audiences on stages across Europe. The forced break of the Corona pandemic was creatively used to completely revise the musical production. For this, the British musician Ryan Martin, who composed and arranged music for Cirque du Soleil, America's Got Talent, Netflix, BBC, ABC, CBS, and Fox USA, was brought on board. In addition to the joy of the large stage ensemble and the breathtaking music, the spectacular stage set design also impresses. It comes alive with the striking, three-dimensional video projections of the internationally acclaimed multimedia artist Daniel Stryjecki, as well as with the magnificent stage elements designed and built by Michael Scott of the Metropolitan Opera in New York. The production has now been awarded the "Golden Sun 2023" for best musical by Sonnenklar.TV for the quality of the performers, the music, and the spectacular stage design.

The role of Christine is interpreted by the globally celebrated Boston soprano and Echo Klassik Award winner Deborah Sasson. Her multifaceted and powerful voice is perfect for this blend of opera and musical. The Phantom is played by Uwe Kröger, who captured the hearts of the audience since his breakthrough in the role of Death in the world premiere of Elisabeth. He has played, among others, the leading roles in the premieres of Rebecca, Mozart, The Visit of the Old Lady, Heidi, and in the German-language premieres of Sunset Boulevard, Miss Saigon, Doctor Dolittle, The Addams Family, as well as Napoleon on London's West End. Now, he takes on the role of the Phantom feared by the world and torn inside in this production. Furthermore, a large ensemble of selected singers, dancers, and actors from the German-speaking region is involved.

This event is restricted to ages 8 and up.

Doors open: 7:30 pm

Two violins, a cello, a piano - and an excess of creative energy: Salut Salon are "Hamburg's most charming cultural export" (Hamburger Abendblatt). For over 20 years, the four virtuosos have been performing their "Masterpieces of 'classical' comedy" (The New York Times) in the most renowned concert halls worldwide, thrilling their audience with outrageous feats between Vivaldi and vocal acrobatics, tango and crime scene, rap and Rachmaninoff - "Wonderful!" (The Economic Times India).
With their new program "Heimat," Salut Salon will celebrate the finale of a concert trilogy starting in 2025: Following "Love" and "Dreams," the next great, almost all-encompassing theme is coming. Because: What exactly is Heimat? Is it a place? Tradition? A feeling? Are they the people surrounding us? Or perhaps words, languages, sounds? With the dreamlike self-evidence with which the four musicians transform pieces from all corners of the world into this wonderful concert evening, they also provide their very own answer: Salut Salon are at home in the world - and their Heimat is music.

Admission from 7:00 PM

"Get dressed up – go out" and don't miss this crazy show spectacle!

Cheeky, funny, and yet charming, our drag artists will stretch your laughter muscles.
Extravagant costumes and sparkling jewelry will make your eyes shine and mouths open wide.
The incomparable celebrity imitations will leave you in awe.
Sing along to evergreens that will surely connect you to some beautiful moments in your life. One thing is certain: The paradise birds in their stunning dresses will leave no stone unturned to bring the energy in the room to a boil.
Get up close to your favorite star - during the intermission - and capture this unique evening in a memory photo for eternity. Because our artists are anything but shy in front of an audience.
We wish you lots of fun and enjoyment again!

Admission from 7:00 pm

Admission: 18:00

Now or never! Wordplay, expressive body language, and a facial expression that is hilariously funny: Frieda Braun is once again at the top of her game in "Now or never!". "Now or never!" – in real life, this phrase is often followed by a bold decision. In Frieda's universe, there are also these moments where quick action is required. Of course – how could it be any different – this leads to absurd entanglements and unforeseen chain reactions.

Swallow or pull out the piece of rocket salad stuck in your throat? Is it allowed or not: sprinting to secure the best seat in the café? Pull out a piece of rocket salad stuck in your throat in plain view of everyone? Buy herring dip in a plastic container? Frieda, Mia, Lisbeth, and the rest of the legendary splinter group are struggling with decisions that a large part of the audience knows from their own experience. With full commitment, "the meerkat on ecstasy" describes how Lisbeth unintentionally loses control when faced with an XXL pack of licorice, how Mia's Spanish herpes causes a stir at a wedding dinner, and how spray starch can add excitement to love life.

Frieda paints pictures with words. Like all of Frieda's programs, "Now or never!" is filled with Frieda's incredibly vivid storytelling. There is hardly a minute that goes by without the audience laughing. It is the proximity to life, the hilarious portrayal of everyday situations, and finally the unexpected twists that make Frieda's stories so popular. The woman from Sauerland fills halls in many parts of Germany with currently four successful solo programs.

Photo (c) Britta Schuessling

Doors open: 7:00 PM