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"Always too much" is not only Falk Pyrczek's first solo program, it's a realization he came to early on: I am always too much, in every area.

Whether dealing with his family, his girlfriend, his friends, or work - Falk will manage to leave people speechless. Sometimes awesome, sometimes bumpy. But the advantage of being always too much is that you always have something to talk about. And Falk can tell stories like hardly anyone else.

He takes people on a journey into his innermost thoughts, where it hurts, into his youth, to the countryside, and from there to the big city, into therapy sessions, on dates, and into relationships. And then they laugh about it. Because what else can one do when they are always too much?

Doors open: 7:00 PM

Eight Classical Concerts

Tickets may still be available at local box offices or at the door.

Welcome to the realm of knowledge in the Baroque era: Stepping onto creaking floorboards into the quiet grandeur of our historical library hall, one is immediately enveloped by the collective knowledge of the Early Modern period. Like stage sets in a Baroque theater, the original bookshelves jut into the space, housing around 50,000 books from all fields of knowledge. Behind unassuming book spines lie remarkable treasures, such as the first German Bible printed in America.

At the end of the 17th century, the orphanage's library was established as one of the first public libraries in Germany. Primarily through donations, book exchanges, and their own publications, the library grew so rapidly that within a few years, it was comparable to significant German university libraries. In 1728, it received its own building, which is considered the oldest surviving secular library structure in Germany. Not only in recent times has the library been visited by guests and researchers from around the world: Albrecht von Haller, Johann Joachim Winckelmann, and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe all admired its bibliophilic treasures. We present a selection of them for you in rotating cabinet exhibitions in the former reading room of the library.

10 am - 5 pm

The Art and Natural History Chamber is considered the oldest German museum room. It was established by August Hermann Francke for educational purposes and is now once again set up according to the original museum concept of the 18th century in its historical location in the attic of the Historical Orphanage.

Eighteen richly decorated collection cabinets house approximately 3000 natural specimens, curiosities, and artifacts. They provide a unique impression of a Baroque cabinet of curiosities. Unlike modern museums, the chamber follows an encyclopedic collecting approach. A distinction is made between natural specimens and artifacts. The natural specimens are divided into rocks, plants, and animals, while the artifacts are categorized into visual arts, calligraphy, coins, everyday culture, and clothing. The goal was to create a mirror image of the world: a microcosm that made the macrocosm as the wonderful creation of God tangible.

In a series of events, art projects take place around the Art and Natural History Chamber. In the so-called "Contemporary Reflections on the Art and Natural History Chamber," foundations invite artists to engage in an artistic dialogue with the chamber.

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Tue-Sun 10am-5pm

Palace-like, the orphanage rises on Franckeplatz. Then as now, it is the centerpiece of the Francke Foundations. Erected in 1698 as the first building of the school city, it represents a new facet of European Baroque, combining confident representation without extravagant ornamentation and setting the tone for orphanage architecture.

Today, the orphanage is our museum and cultural center. Right from the start, two permanent exhibitions guide you through the history of the foundation and the global impact of Pietism. On the first floor, the former prayer and singing hall surprises with its bright architecture. Today, it enjoys an excellent reputation as a concert hall due to its fantastic acoustics. In the adjacent conference rooms, a photo exhibition showcases the impressive renovation work since the foundations were reestablished in 1991. The second floor is reserved for our changing special exhibitions, which provide insight into important themes of the foundation's history from both a historical and contemporary perspective. Passing through the art and natural history collections in the attic, you reach the balcony via a narrow wooden staircase. Here, a wide view opens up over the impressive ensemble with school buildings from three centuries. There is also a splendid panorama of the Old Town of Halle from here. In the basement, children can explore their own paths in the Krokoseum.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What power does the word have? For Halleschen Pietismus, the word was of central importance. On the ground floor of the Historical Orphanage, we show you how August Hermann Francke's reform movement could spread around the world.

Francke developed central reformative goals of Martin Luther's with Halleschen Pietismus. His approach was as clear as it was revolutionary: Every person should find God through their own Bible reading. However, for this to happen, everyone - boys and girls alike - had to learn to read, everyone should be able to afford their own Bible and it should be printed in their own native language. Therefore, Francke established schools for all social classes, printed millions of German-language People's Bibles, and created an international network through which the Bible was translated into many other languages. His educational initiative allowed a broad population to engage with the word. In the 18th-century evangelical parsonages, the authors of the Romantic and Enlightenment periods were highly regarded. A culture of self-reflection spread in Pietism, which was reflected in diaries and personal testimonies, giving us remarkable insights into the spiritual life of people of that time. Symbolically, the power of the word is also evident in the meticulously restored pulpit from the Church of St. Ulrich in Halle, where Francke preached from 1715 and which you can admire in the exhibition.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

4 talers and 16 groschen are considered the founding capital of the Francke Foundations. How an unparalleled school city grew from this unexpected donation to a simple pastor in Glaucha can be discovered on the ground floor of the Historical Orphanage. A multimedia installation and numerous extraordinary objects will transport you into the fascinating founding and impact history of Francke's work. Because what began with a school for the poor and an orphanage, developed in a few decades into a true reform project that was based on education: Over 2,000 students learned in various schools, specially constructed economic buildings, a hospital, and a pharmacy guaranteed the care of over 3,000 people on the premises, unique cultural-historical collections in the library and chamber of wonders were established, and Francke's ideas were spread within and outside Europe. August Hermann Francke wanted nothing less than a "world change through personal change." Discover everything he set in motion through this.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Being constantly reachable was yesterday. Lennart Schilgen returns with his third program – and shines through absence. When he is not giving concerts and winning cabaret awards, he primarily does one thing: getting away. Among other things, he goes on bike tours, into monasteries, and to a communist summer camp. Or just into the depths of his thoughts, which is often adventurous enough. What results are songs about the detours in the world and in one’s own head. Full of lightness and wit, but also unafraid to address the dark corners or dig up things swept under the rug for years: the old PUR cassette. The elementary school report cards. The matter with the night bus stop. Fortunately, Schilgen safely leads over every abyss – supported by his skilled piano and guitar playing, his voice, and his “alert mind, with heart and humor and insidious punchlines” (Laudation for the “Tuttlinger Krähe”). And if all else fails, there are still the poems: small, linguistic surprise packets, deeply silly, and highly artistic. Any questions? Then feel free to write him an email anytime. He just won't respond. So: it's best to simply come directly to the concert.

Evening box office surcharge: Possible: 1.50 € / Non-possible: 2.00 €

Photo: Marvin Ruppert

In the port city of Barcelona, Che Sudaka is today considered the flagship of Mestizo music and one of the best live bands in the world. Their impactful and socially critical lyrics, which break down cultural, ideological, and physical barriers and defend human coexistence against political and media division, set the band apart from the crowd.
Che Sudaka has grown into a symbol of a lifestyle and cultural counter-movement, becoming a link in a globally connected family.
The once illegal immigrants in the streets of Barcelona have been invited to festivals in forty-five countries and have now played one thousand five hundred concerts! Their musical roots, alongside their own cultura popular, can be found mainly in legendary bands like The Clash, Mano Negra, or Los Fabulosos Cadillacs. Overflowing energy on stage is their trademark.

Doors: 19:00

Experience the fascinating theater show of the Golden Ace! A unique blend of illusion, mental magic, and impressive hypnosis. With their charming style and versatile talents, the magicians captivate the audience into a world full of secrets and inexplicable phenomena.

Doors open: 7:00 PM at the venue | 7:30 PM in the hall

Heller is called to the old villa to investigate the sudden death of a participant in the recently held séance. Heller doesn't believe for a second in the supernatural powers of the eccentric hostess. However, Hermina, the mute and severely disfigured maid since an accident, seems to be hiding a secret that Heller wants to uncover.

19:00

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After Tabaluga finds reason in the first part, he now embarks on another fantastic journey.

Long, long ago, dragons once lived and protected the world from the cold of the ice with the warmth of their fire.
But over time, the ice began to destroy all living things. Arktos, a terrible snowman, seeks to cover the world with ice.
The old dragon Tyrion wants to prepare his young son Tabaluga for his destined task of protecting the world. But for that, Tabaluga must find the True Fire, as only then can he put an end to Arktos' machinations.
With the support of a magician, Tabaluga sets out to find the fire.
Tabaluga faces many dangers, such as the spider woman Tarantula, and also gets to know beautiful things.
Tabaluga learns that the world, with all its good and evil, is wonderful and worth saving.
Arktos wants to prevent Tabaluga from fulfilling his destiny and creates a beautiful being out of pure ice, the girl Lilli.
Lilli's only task is to distract Tabaluga from his search for the True Fire.
As planned by Arktos, Tabaluga falls in love with Lilli, but through this, Tabaluga discovers a great and beautiful power: Love.

"Tabaluga und Lilli" is a fantastic live family experience.
With much love for the original, Tabaluga's adventures are transformed into a fairytale musical version for the whole family.
Loving costumes and innovative stage designs bring the world of the little dragon to life.
The well-known hits, including those by Peter Maffay, provide the best musical entertainment for boys and girls from four years old and for anyone who wants to bring the child within them back to life.

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Admittance: 3:30 PM

Pietro Lombardi – new single "Mein Weg" – Arena Tour now in February 25

Pietro Lombardi released his highly anticipated new single "Mein Weg" on Friday. The song is another precursor from his album set to be released in 2024, which contrary to previous plans will now be released at the end of next year. The changed release date has also resulted in the rescheduling of the Arena Tour initially planned for February 24.

Pietro Lombardi said: “My dears, what can I say. I had hoped to finish my next album in time for the tour, but I now have to realize that this is an unrealistic wish. Because you don't deserve a cool Lombardi album, but a super cool one – and for that I want and need to take more time. But postponed is not abandoned, and I am already really looking forward to us celebrating my new album live together in February 25 – big halls, mega production - it will be huge!”

Fans won't have to wait until 2025 for a live reunion with Pietro Lombardi. Numerous concerts are being prepared for the summer season of 2024, which will be announced shortly.

Doors open: 6:00 PM

The event has been rescheduled to 12.02.2025

KURO MORI presents:
"MUSIC & DINE"
- a new event series -
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Experience an unforgettable evening with an exclusive menu, exquisite wines, and live music by the band @randyclub

Price 120 € including food and drinks.

Copyright: Steffen Disch

Special Edition: Erotik-Slam! - Attention, location has been changed: now at Art Stalker Charlottenburg!



It crackles behind the shadow wall of Berlin's most experimental poetry slam. Only veiled by a sheer shadow wall, our poets whisper their sexiest texts into your ears. Perhaps a little suggestive. Perhaps a little not safe for work. In any case, full of eroticism. This slam will make you blush, get you excited, and probably lead to a really good evening with whoever you choose.



At Schall & Rauch, the artists perform under code names behind a shadow wall – fame and appearance take a back seat. Voting is done with separate scores for text and performance.



The organizing team Jesko Habert & Clara Schlempp invite diverse musical guests every month to enrich the evening with features. The most experimental slam in the city brings together newcomers and pros – and only the text and performance break through the shadow wall that hangs from the stage of the Fabriktheater. What makes it so experimental? Generally, slam poets are allowed to use props behind the Schall & Rauch shadow wall – that alone invites unexpected artistic experiments.



And at irregular intervals, there are special themed editions: theme slams, schnapps specials, gambling editions, or the notorious erotic edition have given Schall & Rauch the reputation of always presenting artistic novelties.



(c) Timo Becker & Martin Kleingräber



Doors open at 6:45 PM



Remaining tickets may be available at the box office.