Playing, laughing, being loud, romping, doing nothing – and that in an exhibition house! From September 4, 2024, BAUBAU invites exactly that. In the play space for children designed by artist Kerstin Brätsch, more is allowed than forbidden. Colorful wallpapers, structures, objects, and a range of “Loose Parts” form spaces on the ground floor of the Gropius Bau that do not impose fixed guidelines but are determined by the activities of the children. They dictate the direction and form of what happens here. Thus, this place becomes a space of possibilities that can change day by day.

BAUBAU will launch in September 2024 in a prototype version and will continue to develop and grow over the coming years both inside and outside the Gropius Bau – in close exchange with the children and their wishes, as this is their place.

The Play
All children have the urge to play. This is how they learn to understand themselves and the world. Especially open, self-determined play is of great significance for emotional and social development. The educational concept for BAUBAU is therefore based on the principles of free play: Here, there is time, space, and permission for children to follow their own needs and interests. They are accompanied by playworkers – trained staff who create a safe and supportive environment where children can play freely.

 
The Art
BAUBAU playfully questions what a museum or an art institution should be. The comprehensive spatial design developed by Kerstin Brätsch is full of references and inspirations: elements from her previous works, such as marbling, paintings, or stucco marble work, reappear here in altered forms and materialities. The wallpapers, curtains, fabrics, seating furniture, and climbing structures are inhabited by dinosaurs, fantastical beings, termite mounds, and abstract elements. With their strange, funny, and perhaps a bit eerie shapes, they create an open framework for free play.

Kerstin Brätsch's practice is designed to allow and incorporate influences from outside. While she has previously collaborated with artists or artisans, she now does so in a completely different way with children: She invites the children to reshape and further develop the space according to their own ideas and visions, without the influence of the artist in unpredictable ways.

Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 12:00–18:00
Sat, Sun 11:00–18:00
Tue closed

Friends of Egerländer and Bohemian brass music, pay attention!

Hardly any brass music is as well known as the Bohemian. The unmistakable sound embodies Bohemian way of life and Egerländer tradition. The sophisticated music pieces indulge in boundless joy of life, but also convey melancholy and nostalgia for the lost homeland.

The Golden Egerländer is a true insider tip. Since its foundation, the passionate musicians have been filling halls and concert halls all over Germany. This is particularly due to the enormous quality of the orchestra and their music. It's no wonder that the professional musicians have played or are playing nationwide in military or police orchestras, such as the Bands of the German Armed Forces, the Berlin Federal Police Orchestra, and the former Berlin Air Force Band.

Since October 2022, the Golden Egerländer have been led by Edi Sagert, former musician with Ernst Mosch and former conductor of the Original Kapelle Egerland.

With their entertaining, authentic and temperamental style, but also with a lot of feeling, the orchestra shapes their stage performances, of course, in their original Egerländer attire.

Just as the motto of "Favorite melodies from the Egerland" suggests, the focus of the musical performances is on the interpretation of the most beautiful Egerländer sounds, including those from ERNST MOSCH and his Original Egerländer Musikanten. When, for example, the "Rauschenden Birken" resounds, the audience sings along to "Wir sind Kinder von der Eger," or when the "Böhmische Wind" blows softly through the concert hall, every friend of Egerländer brass music gets their money's worth.

Experience a unique concert highlight at the highest level - Fine Egerländer brass music!

Playing, laughing, being loud, romping, doing nothing – and that in an exhibition house! From September 4, 2024, BAUBAU invites exactly that. In the play space for children designed by artist Kerstin Brätsch, more is allowed than forbidden. Colorful wallpapers, structures, objects, and a range of “Loose Parts” form spaces on the ground floor of the Gropius Bau that do not impose fixed guidelines but are determined by the activities of the children. They dictate the direction and form of what happens here. Thus, this place becomes a space of possibilities that can change day by day.

BAUBAU will launch in September 2024 in a prototype version and will continue to develop and grow over the coming years both inside and outside the Gropius Bau – in close exchange with the children and their wishes, as this is their place.

The Play
All children have the urge to play. This is how they learn to understand themselves and the world. Especially open, self-determined play is of great significance for emotional and social development. The educational concept for BAUBAU is therefore based on the principles of free play: Here, there is time, space, and permission for children to follow their own needs and interests. They are accompanied by playworkers – trained staff who create a safe and supportive environment where children can play freely.

 
The Art
BAUBAU playfully questions what a museum or an art institution should be. The comprehensive spatial design developed by Kerstin Brätsch is full of references and inspirations: elements from her previous works, such as marbling, paintings, or stucco marble work, reappear here in altered forms and materialities. The wallpapers, curtains, fabrics, seating furniture, and climbing structures are inhabited by dinosaurs, fantastical beings, termite mounds, and abstract elements. With their strange, funny, and perhaps a bit eerie shapes, they create an open framework for free play.

Kerstin Brätsch's practice is designed to allow and incorporate influences from outside. While she has previously collaborated with artists or artisans, she now does so in a completely different way with children: She invites the children to reshape and further develop the space according to their own ideas and visions, without the influence of the artist in unpredictable ways.

Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 12:00–18:00
Sat, Sun 11:00–18:00
Tue closed

The Mona Lisa is somehow funny, isn't it?
For over 500 years she has been sitting there, smiling enigmatically. Nobody knows for sure if she is happy, bored, or just annoyed by da Vinci's endless painting. Johannes Steuding's solo debut is similarly enigmatic. Because here, along with brilliant gags and absurd anecdotes, there are also jokes where no one knows why they are being laughed at. But you don't always have to understand everything; sometimes it's enough if something is funny for everyone to want to see it.

Admission: 6:30 PM

"The Love Beatles, who have already performed four times at the famous Cavern Club in Liverpool, are probably the best of all Beatles tribute bands.

The Love Beatles is a German-French-British band, which has been celebrated by thousands of enthusiastic fans in Germany's largest concert halls since 2007.
With their determination to carry on the great musical legacy of the four lads from Liverpool, The Love Beatles present a Beatles show in all its colorful facets. From the attention to detail in costumes, authentic instrumentation, unique stage performance, to the legendary sound of the Beatles.
The result is an impressive concert experience that captivates the audience until the end. During the nearly two-hour show, the audience is taken on a journey back to the Swinging Sixties. A time defined by love, excitement, and a touch of revolution.

Cyril Montreau
Joe Kane
Christophe Roussel
Nils Stockmann

Doors open one hour before the show."

Admission from 3:00 PM.

Playing, laughing, being loud, romping, doing nothing – and that in an exhibition house! From September 4, 2024, BAUBAU invites exactly that. In the play space for children designed by artist Kerstin Brätsch, more is allowed than forbidden. Colorful wallpapers, structures, objects, and a range of “Loose Parts” form spaces on the ground floor of the Gropius Bau that do not impose fixed guidelines but are determined by the activities of the children. They dictate the direction and form of what happens here. Thus, this place becomes a space of possibilities that can change day by day.

BAUBAU will launch in September 2024 in a prototype version and will continue to develop and grow over the coming years both inside and outside the Gropius Bau – in close exchange with the children and their wishes, as this is their place.

The Play
All children have the urge to play. This is how they learn to understand themselves and the world. Especially open, self-determined play is of great significance for emotional and social development. The educational concept for BAUBAU is therefore based on the principles of free play: Here, there is time, space, and permission for children to follow their own needs and interests. They are accompanied by playworkers – trained staff who create a safe and supportive environment where children can play freely.

 
The Art
BAUBAU playfully questions what a museum or an art institution should be. The comprehensive spatial design developed by Kerstin Brätsch is full of references and inspirations: elements from her previous works, such as marbling, paintings, or stucco marble work, reappear here in altered forms and materialities. The wallpapers, curtains, fabrics, seating furniture, and climbing structures are inhabited by dinosaurs, fantastical beings, termite mounds, and abstract elements. With their strange, funny, and perhaps a bit eerie shapes, they create an open framework for free play.

Kerstin Brätsch's practice is designed to allow and incorporate influences from outside. While she has previously collaborated with artists or artisans, she now does so in a completely different way with children: She invites the children to reshape and further develop the space according to their own ideas and visions, without the influence of the artist in unpredictable ways.

Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 12:00–18:00
Sat, Sun 11:00–18:00
Tue closed

Is WhatsApp the tenth circle of hell? Why is "cheese sandwich" called "Harvati on Focaccia" today? Were TKKG the influencers of the eighties? Is "root canal extraction" or "totally irrelevant" the most beautiful word in the German language? Why does the otter eat fish, but the pygmy shrew does not eat dwarfs? And why do we walk by lantern light, but not hop by sack? Welcome to "Lichtstreife und Arschtritte".
The HAZ columnist and satirist Imre Grimm presents the most beautiful columns from his newly published book of the same name - playfully, daringly radical and with music.

Announcement of the reading "Sextextsextett"

Jürgen von der Lippe, born in 1948, has been a successful master of humorous finesse and moderator on stages and television for decades. He lives in Berlin and is, among other things, a recipient of the Bambi, the Grimme Award, and the Golden Camera. His recent books "Beim Dehnen singe ich Balladen," "Der König der Tiere," "Nudel im Wind," and "Sex ist wie Mehl" have been on the bestseller list for weeks.

It’s hard not to rave about my new book. Even for me. Just the title Sextextsextett, a tongue and icebreaker in conversation at the same time. What does it promise? Everything you want and even more: A lot of contemporary spirit that sometimes comes timelessly, sometimes thoughtlessly, answers to pressing questions such as: What does language achieve in cases of hair loss, how do you mindfully break up with a partner, what are the differences between Goethe’s erotic poetry and that of Hermann Löns? What does the feminist movement "Equal Breast for All" want? Who said: The genitals are the actual focal point of the will, and what name could one give their own? Schopenhauer. So that's where the quote comes from; the other is up to you. How many meanings can the sentence "I have a finger in the ass" have? Several texts reflect my xenologophilia, my love for foreign words, which I like to explain using jokes, such as the malapropism, the confusion of similarly sounding foreign words. "Yesterday afternoon I was deflowered. You mean confirmed! No, that was in the morning." One of the most mysterious and universally applicable sentences in the book, if not in literature, is: I am now awake. I don't want to say more at the moment.

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Doors open: 7:00 PM

The permanent exhibition on the life and work of Erich Maria Remarque offers a detailed look into the life, work, and thoughts of the famous writer through numerous photographs, documents, and manuscripts. The exhibition is bilingual, presented in German and English throughout.

Divided into seven sections covering his youth in Osnabrück (1898–1921), the years in Hanover and Berlin (1922–1928), the discussion around All Quiet on the Western Front (1928–1930), his exile in Europe (1931–1939) and the USA (1939–1948), his political works in the 1950s, and the 1960s leading up to his death on September 25, 1970 in Locarno, the exhibition attempts to highlight the ruptures, contradictions, and controversies in Remarque's life while emphasizing their productivity for his work. It illustrates Remarque's numerous psychological conflicts, aiming to resolve the apparent contradiction between the "bon vivant" and the "militant pacifist," and provides insight into his acquaintances, friendships, and marriages. Numerous originals such as the death mask or Remarque's original desk complement the presentation.

Another focus of the exhibition is the worldwide, often highly controversial reception of Remarque's works, which have been translated into at least 60 languages and continue to attract a global audience of millions.

An information terminal allows visitors to delve deeper into specific questions about Remarque's life and work. Another terminal provides access to over 2,000 photographs spanning all stages of Remarque's life, his residences, contacts, and the film adaptations of his works.

The exhibition is open for free visits on Tuesdays to Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 5 pm, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 5 pm. Guided tours for school classes and other interest groups can also be arranged outside regular opening hours. Tours can be scheduled with Mr. Martin Siemsen (siemsen.m@osnabrueck.de) by phone at 0541/323-2109 or fax at 0541/323-4355.

A shop on-site offers materials related to Remarque's life and work for sale.

The castle with a lot to offer: "HerrschaftsZeiten! Erlebnis Cadolzburg" from June 24, 2017 at the Cadolzburg - the new highlight of the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region

A powerful castle - the setting of the illustrious history of a ruling family that has achieved great success: this was and is the Cadolzburg. The rulers were the Hohenzollern family, who ruled over Franken and later Brandenburg, also gaining electoral dignity in the 15th century. Later on, they even became Prussian kings and German emperors.

The Cadolzburg derives its radiance not only from its role as the starting point of a significant career in the Holy Roman Empire - the impressive structure itself reflects this golden era of the Hohenzollerns. The new museum "HerrschaftsZeiten! Erlebnis Cadolzburg" of the Bavarian Administration of State Castles will make this time - the late Middle Ages - exciting and informative for visitors through innovative communication concepts. While walking through the castle, visitors can learn not only about the architectural history, wars and peace, daily life, and governing tasks of the princely castle residents. There is much to discover here through interactive and sensory means:

Visitors can experience the castle through their sense of smell, there are tactile stations, sounds and dialogues, vivid models, and invitations to try things out. Exciting or challenging games, medieval Hohenzollerns in their own words, and the jester Contz who guides visitors through the castle bring the Middle Ages to life. Visitors can also expect to see several original medieval artifacts such as swords, maces, or a magnificent treasure chest. Other objects were specially crafted for the museum based on extensive research in historical techniques, such as the gilded armor of the famous General Albrecht Achilles, or textiles dyed according to original recipes. The Bavarian Administration of State Castles also made significant contributions to experimental historical research, like creating a breastplate from boiled leather, in line with the ambition of creating one of Germany's most important castle museums.

The cultural communication of the Bavarian Administration of State Castles also offers a diverse program of accompanying events, making this exciting history even more intriguing - for the young nobleman as well as the castle enthusiast.

Not only the Middle Ages but also the Cadolzburg itself now comes back to life. After the extensive damage of World War II, original medieval rooms and successful architectural creations of the 21st century can now be experienced. The modern buildings completed in 2017 bridge the medieval era with our present time.

You can expect very special experiences here - it truly is THE CASTLE WITH A LOT TO OFFER.

 

 

The Romantic era was a particularly brilliant period for portrait miniatures, reaching its peak and at the same time signaling the end of this special painting technique. Countless artists created portraits with great empathy and astonishing technical perfection. More people than ever collected small portraits of their loved ones to carry with them or to gather at home as a pictorial family album. 142 masterpieces from the renowned Tansey collection illuminate the heyday of an art that had to make way for photography during the 19th century.

Accompanying the exhibition is a catalog that, in addition to the annotated reproduction of all works, is distinguished by essays by various experts on aspects of miniature painting during this time. Hirmer Verlag, bilingual German/English, 432 pages, 208 color illustrations.

Tue - Sun 11am-5pm

In their program "Feelin' Groovy," the legendary band presents the most beautiful songs of the cult duo. There are few artists whose reputation precedes them as well as it does with the Simon & Garfunkel Revival Band. Wherever they perform, the seasoned musicians leave behind an enthusiastic audience and effusive reviews. Dreamy, passionate ballads like "Scarborough Fair" or "Bright Eyes," classics like "Mrs. Robinson," "The Boxer," or "The Sound of Silence" are just as firmly part of the extensive repertoire as the captivating "Cecilia." Doors open at 5:00 PM.

32. Rock & Blues Week
Blues Caravan 2026 (20th Anniversary Edition)

At Ruf Records, one milestone follows another: Recently, the internationally renowned Blues/Rock label celebrated its 30th anniversary in grand style, and now it's time for its popular live revue Blues Caravan. In 2026, the show will go on a world tour for the 20th time. The list of artists who made a significant career leap as part of the Blues Caravan is as long as it is impressive. This includes, among others, Ana Popovic, Samantha Fish, Aynsley Lister, and Joanne Shaw Taylor – to name just a few.
The three headliners of the anniversary edition, who are stepping into their footsteps, embody an exciting mix of experience, great emotion, and youthful freshness.
Laura Chavez, who hails from California, is certainly the most well-known among them. The gifted guitarist was for many years the driving force in the band of singer Candye Kane (Blues Caravan 2005 & 2008) and has played countless concerts alongside Nikki Hill, Vanessa Collier, and rock ‘n’ roll legend Mitch Ryder. Chavez knows how to excite any audience with her song-serving rhythm guitar and her captivating electric guitar solos. Her excellent reputation in the scene was definitively confirmed when she won the Blues Music Award for "Best Instrumentalist – Guitar" in 2023 – as the first female guitarist ever. Chavez will take the stage as a solo artist for the first time as part of the Blues Caravan.
Matthew Curry is a real insider tip for those familiar with the blues and rock scene. The American has been performing on stages across North America for over a decade, captivating audiences with his unmistakable sound that blends blues, rock, and Americana. He has shared the stage with true giants like Peter Frampton, the Steve Miller Band, the Doobie Brothers, and Blackberry Smoke.
The newcomer among them is the French artist Elise Frank. As the frontwoman of the band FRANK, formed in 2021, she has already performed at prestigious music festivals like the Cognac Blues Passions Festival and the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival. Her performances on the upcoming Caravan tour are highly anticipated.
Even after 20 years and hundreds of shows, the proven concept of the Blues Caravan remains unchanged. First, each of the three headliners plays a complete live set before everyone performs together in an exciting jam session at the end.

Doors open one hour before the start.

»Sometimes I think the sky is made up of uninterrupted, never-tiring reading.«
(Virginia Woolf)

Due to high demand, we will again offer the popular 5+1 subscription starting August 1, 2024.

This also applies to discounted tickets (discounts are available upon proof for students, refugees, people with disabilities, and Munich Pass holders). Pay the price for 5 events and attend 6 (Euro 50.- instead of Euro 60.- for 6 events).*

With the promotional code included in the 5+1 subscription, you can then book 6 events of your choice (of course, already sold-out events are excluded). / The code can be redeemed for a maximum of 6 selected events (also in several stages if desired). / PLEASE NOTE that you can only use the code once per event, as the subscription is valid for one person only. / A service fee of 2.- EURO will be charged for each online booking with the promotional code via Reservix.

*This currently only applies to events with an admission price of EURO 16.- (regular price) as well as reduced EURO 10.-.

"Hakuna Matata" - The unique show of the greatest children's musicals

The children's musical gala "Hakuna Matata" promises a magical journey through the colorful world of musicals, the most famous Disney movies, as well as the most beloved children's films and series, touching the hearts of all generations. With beloved childhood heroes and catchy songs to sing and dance along to, this gala becomes an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Immerse yourself in a magical world and let yourself be enchanted by the familiar melodies and songs from "Frozen", "The Lion King", the little dragon Tabaluga, The Smurfs, "Tangled", "Moana", "Brave", "The Little Mermaid", and many more. Get ready for a time full of fun, joy, and unforgettable moments!

Other well-known hits from "Maya the Bee", "Bibi Blocksberg", or "Jim Button" offer the best musical entertainment for boys and girls aged four and up, and for all those who want to bring out the child within them once again.

Experience beautiful costumes and innovative stage designs and be whisked away into a fairytale world. Enjoy genuine family entertainment with shining children's eyes. Because only here do children get up close with their idols.
- exclusively with Why Not Events -

Doors open: 3:30 PM

The musical for the whole family

Based on the famous story by Carlo Collodi.
Book by Christian Berg and music by Konstantin Wecker.

What adventures Pinocchio experiences! Just a moment ago, he was a wooden puppet, and now he is to become a real boy. The woodcarver Gepetto carved him from a piece of pine wood.

When he decides to sell the life-size puppet at the market, the good fairy Antonella brings the wooden figure to life.

But being a real boy isn't that easy. Because to do so, you have to go to school and face adventures. And above all, there is one thing you must not do: lie! However, Pinocchio has some difficulties with that. How could he always be honest when he continually gets tricked by the clever fox Amadeo and the forgetful cat Cerubino? To avoid making his father sad, Pinocchio occasionally invents tiny little things, but you can tell his fibs by the length of his nose.

Thus, Pinocchio has to overcome many obstacles to fulfill his deepest wish to become a real boy. His exciting journey takes him to the theater, across golden fields, and into dark corners, and he encounters not only treacherous characters but also true friends. Until, in his search for his father, Gepetto, he is also swallowed by a gigantic whale...

Carlo Collodi's world-famous story of Pinocchio, that little wooden puppet whose nose grows longer when he lies, is over a hundred years old. With a lot of fun, plenty of poetry, and the wonderful melodies of the renowned songwriter Konstantin Wecker, the musical by successful playwright Christian Berg takes you into the story of the little marionette that comes to life and must face many adventures.

Suitable for little and big people from 4 years old.

A production by C2 CONCERTS GmbH in cooperation with Frank Serr Showservice International e.k. and UHPR | DAS PROMOTIONBÜRO.
Performance rights: VVB Vertriebsstelle and Verlag Deutscher Bühnenschriftsteller und Bühnenkomponisten GmbH.

Admission: 2 PM

Disillusion announce their LIVE SPRING 2026 tour.

Between two album productions, the Leipzig progressive metal visionaries DISILLUSION take time in spring 2026 to unleash their incomparable stage energy live again – in Germany and Europe.

In addition to songs from the current album AYAM, the 20th anniversary of GLORIA is also highlighted in the setlist – a work that, even two decades after its release, has lost none of its timeless luminosity. And since the gentlemen are by no means idle… a new track?

After the successful, often sold-out tour in 2024, which included performances in Germany, France, and the USA, fans can now look forward to a new intense live experience – emotional, epic, and uncompromising.

19:00

Welcome to 'Friburgum in Summa - Culture, History, and Attractions' – your exclusive invitation to a compact historical journey through the charming Freiburg.
This tour provides the perfect overview of the historic old town and city history for visitors, tourists, newcomers, and the interested!

Our tour takes you to the most fascinating attractions, offers deep insights into the culture and history of the city, and allows you to experience the vibrant atmosphere up close.

Dive into the heart of Freiburg at the historic Rathausplatz, where you will marvel at the splendor of the Old Town Hall and feel the lively history of this central place. Together, we will head to the Colombischlössle, an architectural gem and the site of the Archaeological Museum.

We stroll through the Bermuda Triangle nightlife district, where the lively atmosphere and culinary delights excite the senses. Enjoy the unique blend of tradition and modern lifestyle in this vibrant neighborhood.

The Martinstor awaits us as an impressive city gate before we reach the majestic Freiburg Cathedral. Admire the Gothic splendor of this architectural masterpiece and learn why it is the city's landmark.

On the way to the picturesque Schlossberg, without a climb, you will experience the green oasis of the city and discover interesting facts about its role in the history of Freiburg. Through the charming Konviktstraße, we return and leave you with amusing anecdotes and deep insights into the Freiburg way of life.

Book 'Friburgum in Summa' today and let our enthusiasm for Freiburg's rich history and vibrant culture inspire you. Experience the city in all its diversity – compact, informative, and unforgettable!

Please note: Participation in all our city tours is only for those aged 18 and above. Persons under 18 cannot participate, even when accompanied by guardians or supervisors.

Entry: 10 minutes prior