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

Discover the culinary specialties of our house. Our house specialties are "Steaks from the hot stone". Vegetarian/vegan options from the hot stone are also available.

A four-course menu with three selected courses. An evening that will always be remembered. Enjoy food, laughter, and a nice evening with your loved ones.

The format "Comedy Kitchen Lovers" offers just that. Taking place in Weingarten at the "Old Brewery," which was built around the 14th century.

We would like to invite you to the comedy and dinner show in an intimate setting. For the menu, we have invited 3 artists.

In the German-speaking area, artists who have been featured on television and various comedy formats such as Quatsch Comedy Club, NightWash, and BrosComedy have been invited. The moderator presents between the courses. A comedian who will make you laugh. That is guaranteed!

Entry: 4:45 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

That the dancers of the company occasionally 'switch sides' and choreograph themselves has been a tradition at the Theater Ulm. In 2026, this format will be reintroduced and continued in cooperation with the cultural center ROXY: Five ensemble members of the theater and three guests from the independent dance scene — regional, national, and international — selected by the "TanzLabor" of ROXY, will have the opportunity to experiment as choreographers and develop their own creations for their colleagues. It is a true playground for experimentation, for some the discovery of hidden talents or even the beginning of a choreographic career.

Let yourself be surprised by the variety of humorous or emotional, delicate or exuberant choreographies waiting for you. It is still a rarity for municipal theaters and independent cultural institutions to cooperate. This project shows: "Together in Motion" is all about being together in movement, anything is possible!

Admission 18:30 hours

Thanks to mindfulness, Björn Diemel has found his center. However, his problem areas are now the edges of his body, which are increasingly moving away from this center. Björn realizes that being at peace with oneself and a lack of movement are two completely different things.
When strangers attempt to abduct Björn's daughter, he can only just manage to scare them off due to his body size. So, Björn has Joschka Breitner coach him on the principles of conscious nutrition. He dives into the fascinating world of detox fasting and dietary components. Björn is still unaware of how wonderfully nutrition, relaxation, and the dissolution of violent fantasies can be combined.

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

His annual reviews have long become cult. Just like his legendary May Bock speeches at the Hofbräuhaus have. But when Django Asül creates a new stage program, it's not about the everyday trivialities in politics and society, but about the big themes. Being current is far from enough. He not only looks at the here and now, but also likes to glance at the elsewhere and later. Remaining true to oneself while continuously evolving – those are the cornerstones of his work. He owes this not so much to himself, but to his audience. The responsibility has become heavy. Anyone like Django Asül, who is a holder of the Bavarian Order of Merit, the Bavarian Cultural Prize, and the Bavarian Cabaret Prize, understands: The biggest challenges are done – now it’s about the essentials. And without regard for profits. And the audience gets to be there live. To those who find this announcement too cryptic, it should be said: Django Asül's now eighth solo program can easily hold its own against any precision device made in Germany. Look forward to two hours in which every subordinate clause has the potential to be a main clause.

Entrance: 6:00 PM

Dive into the world of "Klanggeschichten" – a fascinating concert journey with CLASSIC BRASS from the artful forms of the Baroque to the powerful works of modernity. Each piece tells its own story – solemn, dance-like, contemplative. In masterful brass sound, music and emotion unfold across times and styles. Experience how music brings the past to life, shapes the present – and tells stories that need no words.

Entrance and box office from 4:00 PM

Theater play for people aged 5 and above

The little witch simply wants to know. Secretly, she sneaks to the Blocksberg and celebrates the wild Walpurgis Night with the big witches. This is strictly forbidden for her; she is much too young and inexperienced for it. As it must, she gets discovered.

The punishment: she must prove that she can become a good witch. Together with her raven, she performs true wonders and manages to become a really good witch. Her big dream must definitely come true – at the next Walpurgis Night, the old witches should finally accept her into their witch circle.

But then things turn out differently, very differently. The question arises whether a really good witch is truly good if she is good to everyone. Must a good witch not be truly wicked?

The performances of this wonderful story will provide the answer. It will be a grand theater adventure for the whole family, and one thing is already certain: The little witch enchants the world and all of us, making us really happy. That’s promised!

Entrance: 3:45 PM

Adaptation for the Kreuzgang Plays by Achim Conrad.

A young couple is to be married profitably. The bride was already promised to another, but he has passed away. However, suddenly the thought-to-be-dead man reappears, and everything gets thrown into chaos. In the midst of it all stands a servant, who is always hungry and believes he is earning far too little. Therefore, he secretly accepts the offer to serve a second master. To manage this, the servant piles lie upon lie – but at least he has enough to eat. Furthermore, one of the masters of the servant is not a man, but a disguised woman. And her lover happens to be the other master of the servant. This other master is on the run, as he is accused of a murder he did not commit. This could end very badly, but it doesn’t. On the contrary. Love conquers all. And the servant is forgiven everything.

The staging of the world-famous and refreshingly youthful comedy from 1746 conjures up a grand theatrical delight on the Kreuzgang stage and simultaneously creates a love drama that touches us deeply.

Doors open: 20:00 Uhr

Thorsten Floth (soprano saxophone), Guido Grospietsch (alto saxophone), Anja Heix (tenor saxophone), and Matthias Schröder (baritone saxophone)
Cheekily and virtuously, the Pindakaas Saxophon Quartett unites diverse musical worlds on stage with Baroque music and classical, Tango Nuevo, and jazz. Their program "Voyage" offers an entertaining journey through four centuries featuring masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque by Giovanni Gabrieli, Orlando di Lasso, or Johann Sebastian Bach, through compositions of Romanticism and Impressionism by Isaac Albéniz and Claude Debussy, to original music for saxophone quartet and music of the 20th century by Jacques Ibert, Aaron Copland, Kurt Weill, Astor Piazzolla, and George Gershwin. The saxophone unveils diverse and fascinating sound worlds, ranging from organ- and orchestra-like sounds of Baroque masters to elegant chamber music of the Classical and Romantic periods, or exciting modern music of the 20th century.

© Friedhelm Krischer

Entry 30 minutes before the start of the show

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 most beautiful arias and duets, among others, by Puccini and Verdi

The classical world is clamoring for him – the Chilean-American tenor Jonathan Tetelman is the tenor of the hour. The Salzburger Nachrichten writes: “This voice belongs to the future!” and the New York Times: “This guy is an absolute star.”

The internationally acclaimed tenor combines vocal brilliance, passionate artistry, and magnetic stage presence in an unparalleled way, captivating audiences at the most prestigious opera houses in the world, such as the Metropolitan Opera New York, the Vienna State Opera, the Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the Royal Opera House London. His versatile repertoire ranges from Puccini and Verdi roles to French song and romantic classics. Roles such as Rodolfo in “La Bohème,” Mario Cavaradossi in “Tosca,” or Calaf in “Turandot” are among his greatest successes. For his debut album featuring Verdi and Verismo arias, Tetelman was awarded the Opus Klassik in 2023 in the category “Young Artist of the Year.” Tetelman has quickly established himself as a major star of his generation and is among the most exciting tenors of the present. Critics praise his “golden tone with fluid phrasing, delicacy, and passion alike” (Gramophone), his radiant tenor, and the unmistakable passion with which he brings each role to life. Opera News describes him as a “tenor of both heroic strength and lyrical beauty.”

Together with the outstanding soprano Tamara Radjenović, Jonathan Tetelman, accompanied by the Munich Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Andreas Klippert, presents a festive opera gala with the most beautiful arias and duets by Puccini, Verdi, and many more – an evening full of passion, virtuosity, and musical delight.

Tamara Radjenović Soprano
Munich Symphony Orchestra | Andreas Klippert Conductor

Admission: from 6:00 PM

The theater adventure for the whole family - on the open-air stage in Waren (Müritz)!

Exciting stories full of love, action, and humor! An enthralling journey into the past of the Müritz region with thrilling battles, horses, historical costumes, and specially composed stage music. Located in the midst of greenery, just a few minutes' walk from the historic city center, is the dreamlike backdrop of the open-air stage in Waren (Müritz) on the wooded Mühlenberg.

Admission from 30 minutes before the start of the event

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

Hamburg's hottest tour on the Elbe!

Experience Elke Winter live and in color up close on the passenger ship MS "COMMODORE".
The drag icon Elke Winter, known from the legendary Schmidt Theater on the Reeperbahn, presents a different kind of harbor tour.

Frivolous stories with coffee and cake, sprinkled with the most beautiful sea shanties in a new musical dress, will take your abdominal muscles on a rollercoaster ride.

Whether for young or old, male or female, birthday party or bowling trip:
definitely a river cruise on the Elbe that you won't forget anytime soon.

Quickly secure tickets, get on board, and have fun. All hands on deck!
Ship Ahoy!

WARNING: 18 years and older :-)

YOUR ship rental
BARKASSEN-MEYER Touristik GmbH & Co.KG

Boarding: from 15:30 / End 17:30

Once a year, the quaint city of Lutherstadt transforms into the comedy capital of Wittenberg.
Also this summer, Mistress of Ceremonies Swee T. and the ensemble of the CLACK Theater promise the best entertainment on stage at Markt 1, the epicenter of refined evening entertainment in Wittenberg.
And the mix makes the summer: Swee T. skillfully navigates through the crazy and fun summer program, while the house comedians entice the worst party poopers out of their shells with lively sketches, and the audience goes wild when outstanding singers take the microphone.

An international ensemble that provides top-notch entertainment effortlessly and with a lot of heart, definitely overworking your laughter muscles! Fresh, funny, powerful in voice – the entertainment cocktail with an extra colorful umbrella as a comedy highlight in Saxony-Anhalt.

After this unique travesty-comedy-musical-good-mood show, you will carry the warmth of summer in your hearts.

The CLACK Theater is, of course, air-conditioned! Our friendly service staff awaits you with the finest summer dishes and well-chilled drinks, as well as an after-show cocktail happy hour with selected lounge music.

Duration approximately 3 hours including intermission • Tickets are generally excluded from return and exchange.

»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.-.