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

Welcome to the world of musicals!
Enjoy the highlights from Dance of the Vampires, Cats, or The Phantom of the Opera, and many other musicals!

At the Musical Dinner, you will be served the absolute highlights of the most popular musicals alongside an exquisite multi-course menu.

While you enjoy this musical dinner, the musical stars will provide that special touch in authentic costumes.

Musical has never been so close!

Doors open at 6:30 PM

HEAVEN 17 bring their legendary synth-pop sound back to Germany live in November 2026 with a new tour!

What started as an experimental project has developed into a mainstay of the British music scene: HEAVEN 17 have represented intelligent electro-pop, socially critical lyrics, and danceable grooves for over four decades.

The band was founded in the early 1980s by Martyn Ware, one of the founding members of The Human League, who later worked as a producer for global stars like Tina Turner. Together with his bandmates from HEAVEN 17, he created a distinctive sound heavily inspired by electronic pioneers like Kraftwerk, capturing the spirit of an entire generation.

Their first album Penthouse and Pavement made a big impact: it quickly achieved Gold status in the UK and is now considered a style-defining classic. Tracks like “Let’s All Make A Bomb” and “Song With No Name” demonstrate how progressive and sonically bold HEAVEN 17 were back then and continue to be today.

With their follow-up work The Luxury Gap, the band solidified their international success.
With “Temptation”, HEAVEN 17 achieved one of the biggest synth-pop hits of the 80s. The song, which is still a staple in their shows, is said by Martyn Ware to be “an absolute crowd-pleaser in any context.”

In 2026, HEAVEN 17 will once again go on tour with a best-of program that excites both fans and newcomers alike. The “ELECTRONICALLY YOURS” Tour 2026 brings back the distinctive sound of the 80s, enriched with the live energy and experience of a band that has made music history.

Four decades of electrifying pop – live and direct on stage

Admittance from 7:00 pm

A drummed gangster satire full of surprises.
In the evening show format of Die Schlagzeugmafia, the audience becomes both a witness and an accomplice.

Although the mafiosos always strive to maintain their cool gangster facade, it quickly becomes clear that not everything is running smoothly in the mafia business. How could it be otherwise? With five drummers, everyone wants to call the shots.

Who will hold the strings in the end? Will the disguise as a pizza maker be blown? How do you turn three drums into a getaway car and what happens when suddenly all the lights go out?

“Backstreet Noise” delights all generations - with craftsmanship, charming quick wit, and astonishing creativity.

A look into the file shows that these mafiosos are no longer small-time criminals.
Awarded the “Kleinkunstpreis Baden-Württemberg 2015,” finalists in the RTL show “Die Puppenstars” before a million-strong television audience, performances at the “Goldene Kamera,” the “Echo Award,” and much more.

Photo (c) Christoph Behrmann

Doors open: 7:00 PM

Nobody embodies the authentic style of Astor Piazzolla today like the Grammy-awarded Argentine pianist Pablo Ziegler. Complex rhythmic twists flow with dancer's elegance from his fingers. He combines angular, dissonant motifs, throws lyrical themes to the guitarist, and picks up the singing melancholy of the bandoneon – at times countering it with cascading sounds, at other times with sparkling runs. Pablo Ziegler connects the drama of tango with seemingly playful elements of jazz. Occasionally, the tones shine like those of Debussy or Ravel. (Albert Schmaltz) Pianist Pablo Ziegler is considered the most significant composer and arranger of Nuevo Tango since Astor Piazzolla. Piazzolla opened the door – Ziegler stepped through and is now exploring uncharted paths in the garden of tango. As a former pianist in the ensemble of the legendary Argentine bandoneon virtuoso, Ziegler is well acquainted with Piazzolla's compositions and shares his love for modern jazz sounds. However, Ziegler does not only adhere to Piazzolla's formal musical structures – he also juggles with them, abstracts them, and adds his own voice. In his trio, Ziegler is supported by two extraordinary musicians who bring a unique richness of sound to his musical world. The Argentine guitarist Quique Sinesi, with whom he has collaborated since the 1990s, is widely known for his melodic sensitivity and expressive depth. Together they won a Latin Grammy and performed in significant concert halls and festivals worldwide. The trio is completed by Belgian bandoneonist Manu Comte, who adds a unique combination of virtuosity and emotional depth to the group. With a background that encompasses classical music and Nuevo Tango, his refined technique and musicality form a powerful counterpoint to Ziegler's piano. Their collaboration began with the Royal Philharmonic de Liège and has developed into an internationally recognized partnership. This ensemble embodies the finesse and emotional power of Nuevo Tango in an intimate chamber music format with a repertoire that includes Ziegler's characteristic works (La Rayuela, Milongueta) as well as reinterpretations of Piazzolla's classics – all infused with jazz-inspired freedom and interaction. Pablo Ziegler is the last living musician of the legendary Astor Piazzolla Quintet and was chosen by Piazzolla for this extraordinary quintet due to his closeness to jazz, but also his classical training. Quique Sinesi, a long-time partner on guitar and a renowned composer for classical guitar in his own right, complements Pablo Ziegler with his own style, total immersion in the music, his virtuosic playing, and improvisational skills. Besides Pablo Ziegler, he has worked with Michel Godard, Enrico Rava, Charlie Mariano, Dino Saluzzi, and is touring the world. Manu Comte from Belgium is new to the trio, but already an accomplished bandoneonist who ideally complements the two. After many years, the trio is finally going on tour in Europe again!

Entrance one hour before the start.

die feisten - Family Celebration
When die feisten do what they love most,
a bunch of new songs tumbles out of their songwriting machine: one for the forcibly shipped, involuntary concert guests who would actually prefer to be at a football game or a heavy metal gig. Another one about our collective expiration date: "My Body and I" shows how to laugh about one's own decay. It's gonna be funny. All the new stories in good company with die feisten hits. Be there. We guarantee it.

Doors open: 7 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

Folk and Baroque
Violin Ursula Sarnthein
Theorbo Emanuele Forni

Music is both old and new. Passed down from musician to musician over centuries, it is constantly transforming and touching the hearts of people, their time, and the place where it resonates. These vibrant sounds, which touch the soul, originate from early Baroque noble courts in Italy and Germany as well as the dance floors of European villages. Unamplified and intimate, Ursula Sarnthein and Emanuele Forni bring five centuries of folk music from Scandinavia, Ireland, Romania, and Switzerland to life in the lower church.

Entry: 19:00

Erwin Pelzig
„Wer wir werden“
Kaufbeuren Premiere

When people wake up in the morning and have to wonder which crisis will be the most important today, this does not come without consequences. Social psychologists now attribute to us a "change exhaustion." In Frank-Markus Barwasser's new stage program, his alter ego Erwin Pelzig therefore examines the question of what the much-described "Change Fatigue" does to us: who we become in a time of fundamental changes. Humans have never liked such changes, as they always meant danger, risk, and uncertainty. During such times, realism, reason, and calm rarely flourish; it is always the hour of the doom prophets and apocalyptics, who successfully exploit the fears and longings of terrified people. However, merely describing and lamenting problems is not an option for someone like Pelzig. Therefore, he, as always accompanied by his two friends Hartmut and Dr. Göbel, seeks a different way to deal with the crazed world. This leads him not least into the well-explored realm of brain research, into the uncharted expanses of the universe, and into the thoughts of knowledgeable stoic philosophers. Erwin Pelzig: "Sometimes you might think you only have the choice to either go crazy or become religious. I’ve tried both. I can’t recommend either."
Frank-Markus Barwasser has been on Germany's theater stages for over 30 years with his artistic figure. The Süddeutsche Zeitung wrote: "The voice of the blustering stoic, the combative empath, the down-to-earth rationalist, who still doesn’t know everything better, the ordinary person, who knows he is crazy in his own way." Most recently, Barwasser produced the nine-part series "Beim Pelzig auf der Bank" for 3SAT.

Admission: 7:00 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

“Off to the HOLIDAY!” is the motto of the new stage show by REIS AGAINST THE SPÜLMACHINE. In the fourth concert program of the music comedy duo, everything revolves around the theme of vacation. “We have a holiday playlist with us, with which we want to invite our audience to a two-hour short vacation,” explains Hanke Blendermann the concept.

The duo has been known throughout Germany for many years for their captivating stage show and their worldwide hits with humor - brilliantly funny song parodies guaranteed to get stuck in your head.
Whether AC/DC or Blümchen, whether ballad or rock song - Philipp Kasburg and Hanke Blendermann prove their musical range and navigate confidently through all genres with two-part arrangements and interactive entertainment.
Meanwhile, the trained musicians present unexpectedly funny lyrics: The Beach Boys go “Drinking by a Lake” and Westernhagen lives “Without Villas” on the street.
HOLIDAY has a lot of new material to offer, but also popular evergreen hits like the millions-of-hits song “Have You Ever Tried Drinking?” will not be missing on this journey. Philipp Kasburg promises: “We offer 5-star entertainment - All Inclusive. HOLIDAY is the ideal feel-good place for everyone who just wants to celebrate and laugh together, completely carefree and liberated.” Blendermann recommends: “Take a dip in the crowd, lay your towel on the sunbed, and book your tickets today for unforgettable HOLIDAY moments!”

REIS AGAINST THE SPÜLMACHINE simply belong on stage. Because a concert by the two is considered an unforgettable happening, leaving the audience happy and with a desire to repeat it at the end of the evening. Why? Because they connect people through music and humor, don’t take themselves and their audience too seriously, but never unfairly.

Doors open: 7:00 PM

HADER ON ICE

"There's always something. Either my feet are falling asleep. Or they itch. Then I can't breathe again when I walk faster. Or I have a sweating fit. Then I'm cold again. I don't enjoy food anymore, sex is boring, the pants are too tight. What is this, please? - It must all be this climate change, right? Temperatures are like in the tropics in summer! Suddenly there are these huge insects! They didn’t exist before! If they sting you, you get a swelling that doesn’t go away for months! They’re probably all genetically modified. And the plants! They are going crazy now too. The plants are crazy! They are taking over everything! Since I stopped going out of the house. My theory is that the plants want to take back control of the planet. They are all connected underground through their roots. Worldwide! The plants have a secret plan. They want the total destruction of Western culture and Austrian Volks-Rock’n Roll. Everything should be replaced by, uh, photosynthesis.

Admission: 6:30 PM

Experience the oldest private brewery in Southern Hesse and also one of the most innovative breweries in Germany. During the brewery tour, you will learn everything about our history and our unique brewing and raw material philosophy. You will experience firsthand how our beers are brewed in a natural, gentle, and water-saving way, and get to know the special taste of our characterful beers.

Content: 1.5 hours guided tour through the family exhibition and the new brewery, a beer glass as a collectible gift, sampling, short beer tasting at the brewery

Important information about the tour:
• Tours take place only with a minimum of 10 participants - In case of cancellation by the organizer, rebooking is possible or a refund is guaranteed
• The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or strollers due to a steep staircase.
• No pets allowed.
• The meeting point is in the Glaabsbräu courtyard (Frankfurter Str.)

With "Reality Can Be Anyone," magician Christian de la Motte presents a stunning mixture of top-notch magic and spontaneous comedy at [...……] in [...….…].

Christian de la Motte doesn't just have an ace up his sleeve, but also a mischievous twinkle in his eye. In a charming dialogue, he captivates his audience and turns classics of magic into true entertainment gems. And because miracles are not enough for him, Christian de la Motte spices up his show with plenty of situational comedy - guaranteed to make you laugh until you cry.

In his adopted home of Berlin, de la Motte has made a name for himself with exclusive shows for business and politics. Now, he is conquering the entire republic with his solo program.

For 15 years, the master of spontaneous wit and improvisation has been on stage as a magician. "I like to be surprised by my audience - that's why no show is like any other," he says, adding with a smile: "And when the show takes a completely new turn, I often enjoy it the most myself."
But his show is not only for comedy fans, because as a seasoned magician who can pull all the stops, de la Motte knows how to amaze his audience. He learned his craft from showbiz greats in Las Vegas, among others. And so, his audience rarely catches on to his tricks. For those who want to figure out the trick, he has a tip: "Keep an eye on my right shoe. That's where it happens. Sometimes, at least."

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.

 

 

Basically, he is a relaxed guy - until someone orders apple wine with cola. Then it can quickly lead to escalation. Excuse me: HESSKALATION.

Admission: 7:00 PM

Cheeky, authentic comedy that hits right in the heart!

Laugh until tears flow – that's the specialty of Doris Reichenauer, known from the comedy duo Dui do on de Sell. In her new solo program "Jetzt hat´s gschnacklt..." she serves up everyday stories so authentically and boldly that the audience roars with enthusiasm.

From small catastrophes to the great triumphs of life – Doris takes aim at everything and gives each topic her very own humorous perspective.

In her usual authentic manner, she takes a ruthless look at everyday life and serves the audience stories so real that one might think she has peeked into each individual's secret diary. In the time after the midpoint of life, there's not only room for calmness but also for a humorous look back at the wild years. Because who hasn't wondered what they have actually achieved over time?

But wait, before nostalgia opens its doors, Doris shows that life is far from over. With a charming wink, she brings the anticipation of all the adventures to come to the stage. The audience will recognize themselves in many life situations and find themselves laughing heartily at themselves.

How wonderful it is to realize that what you, for example as a parent, have passed on has been received and taken root – then you know "Jetzt hat´s gschnacklt..."

Fans of Doris Reichenauer know: Her humor is as sharp as her wit and as cheeky as her punchlines. "Jetzt hat´s gschnacklt..." promises an evening where no eye will stay dry and no funny bone will remain untrained.

Doors open at 7:00 PM.

06.11.2026, 7 PM, Ratshöfle: The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook, Jazz and more in collaboration with Konzerte im Heilbronner Land e.V. Ella Fitzgerald was undoubtedly one of the greatest singers in jazz. With big bands, orchestras, and also small combos, she recorded countless pieces that still captivate today. This program by the trio is dedicated to these intimate combo versions.
The charming French singer Katia Belley interprets Ella's music in her own unique way. The expressive and versatile pianist Victoria Pohl, along with Felix Wiegand on double bass, provides the delicate swing foundation with her sensitive accompaniment and several solo highlights. Classics like Summertime, Cheek to Cheek, Tea for Two, Georgia on my Mind, and I got Rhythm in Ella's versions ensure an exciting, atmospheric, and varied evening.

Doors open: 6:30 PM