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

Max Osswald is one of the hottest newcomers in the German comedy scene. Michael Mittermeier has also taken notice of him and booked him directly as the opening act for his sold-out show at Circus Krone. In his first program "Freude," Max talks about getting older, being uncool, his community service year in a kindergarten, what Munich has done to him, delves into both children’s songs and pop music and German rap, and whistles for equality while chasing after men. Max Osswald represents a new generation of stand-up comedy in Germany: creative and reflective! He shows that heavy topics can also be processed lightly and humorously, and that social criticism can exist without a didactic finger point. Max helps to see things, even if they are sad, not just with a crying eye, but also with a laughing one. Although he always says: If one eye laughs and one cries, one of them is probably infected.

On his way to the full-length solo show, Max was already a finalist at the "NightWash Talent Award" and "Quatsch Comedy Hot Shot" and was awarded the "Obernburger Mühlstein." Additionally, he has completed over 600 performances at mix shows and open mic nights across Germany. Since the opening of Michael Mittermeier's "Lucky Punch Comedy Club" in Munich, Max has been a permanent part of the moderation team and hosts on Tuesday evenings weekly.

Furthermore, he has delivered millions of views with videos on Instagram and TikTok, appearances on television and radio – and a book! “From here it looks like crap” (dtv, 2022) is Osswald's debut novel, which is already in its 4th edition and is celebrated by media and readers alike. Behind the scenes, Osswald writes storylines for “Dahoam is Dahoam” (BR) and gags for “Extra 3” (ARD/NDR).

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Ladies, one more! It was so nice, we did it twice! Yes indeed, we have designed another ladies' evening for you because the first one was so good. We couldn’t get enough, and that’s why there will be even more laughing, tweeting, and joking in the new cabaret program. We want young and old girls to join us in having a good laugh and escaping everyday life for a few hours. We are looking for the everyday, the normal, and somehow the absurd in our program. Sometimes funny, sometimes silly, sometimes annoying, sometimes serious, and of course also a little risqué... We promise you: afterward, you will see your life through our eyes. And when the next day begins again, you will wear a small smile on your lips because you know: you are not alone. Swing those hooves and follow the call of the powder box to ladies' evening 2.0!

ELVIS meets Dinner!

The greatest hits of Elvis Presley
Travel back with us to the 50s, 60s, and 70s and experience
the most successful hits of Elvis Presley while enjoying an exquisite multi-course menu.

With a powerful vocal volume and authentic movements,
we make the audience believe that the King himself is on stage. In
outfits from Presley's personal tailor, Rami Aslan takes
his audience on an exciting and energetic journey back in time to
the era of the King of Rock 'n' Roll.

Doors open at 6:30 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

90-minute tour through the Meppen old town accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide.

Dates: every Saturday between May 3 and October 4, 2025
Start: 11:00 AM, Meeting point: in front of the Tourist Information (Markt 4, 49716 Meppen)

The beauty of B-sides is traditionally that true fans get their money's worth here. There is no "Sledge Hammer" or "We Will Rock You" to be found. It is the graceful, sometimes rather quiet nuances of the artist that are given space here.
Andy Ost presents intimate yet extremely humorous insights on his "B-side" away from his countless "hit songs" and well-known TV appearances. An evening to enjoy, dream, wonder, and laugh.

Doors open: 7:00 PM

Angelo Kelly presents new music and many other songs from his career on the "Ready to Rock" tour!

Doors open: 19:00

An unforgettable show awaits you at ABBA - Unforgettable, which will catapult you back to your childhood and youth, providing you with an unforgettable experience with its unique atmosphere!

Singing along and dancing to world hits like “Dancing Queen,” “S.O.S,” or “Super Trooper” is not only allowed but encouraged!

ABBA - Unforgettable takes you on an unforgettable journey through time. Experience pure party vibes with hits like “Mamma Mia” or “Lay All Your Love on Me” but also emotional moments and goosebumps galore with songs like “I Have a Dream” or “Fernando.”

At ABBA - Unforgettable, you can become the next Dancing Queen – let yourself be transported into a dazzling world full of glitter, disco, and party feeling and experience unforgettable hours. You can expect professional artists who honor the four Swedes with their performance and bring a unique show to the stage.

Your journey back to the 70s!

Copyright: Producer Uwe Morscheck

Entry: 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

The cultural association Peißenberg presents under the format Local Heroes 4 regional representatives of the Rock/Pop category on the stage of the Tiefstollenhalle. A mix of well-known cover versions and original songs will be offered. The following formations are involved:

The Betriebskapelle
The Betriebskapelle, originally a corporate cover rock project, opens the evening with popular rock and pop classics. Singer Martin Gesche ensures a good atmosphere and a lively start to the evening with his "colleagues."

Steelcats
The well-known rockabilly band from the Bavarian Oberland was born out of pure joy in rockabilly and the associated lifestyle. Well-known and beloved rockabilly classics from the last four decades as well as original songs take the audience on a journey immediately!

Best Cellar R@z
The Weilheim cover band Best Cellar R@z stands for handmade rock music. That is their passion! The repertoire ranges from sweat-inducing hits to rocking melodic ballads. From the musical treasure chest of Deep Purple, Cream, Stones, … to ZZ Top.

The Ultimate Silverbeet
The motto of the five musicians is simple and convincing at the same time: "As long as it grooves!" The Weilheim band "The Ultimate Silverbeet" combines the spirit of 60s and 70s pop music with hard rock, blues, and funk into infectious original compositions.

Doors open: 17:30

Shellfish and crustaceans are among the most popular delicacies worldwide. We will show you the "Who's who" of these sea creatures and the various ways to enjoy and use these culinary highlights. From product knowledge to shopping tips, processing, and preparation, learn all the important steps and become a pro yourself! Lobster, oysters, scallops, or shrimp - we will pamper you in this premium cooking show. Let yourself be inspired.

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.)

The combined force and dynamism, musicality, and a healthy dose of humor - all inseparably connected: the group Tridiculous. The show captivates the audience, it rocks, shakes, and touches.

Tridiculous consists of three smart guys with many skills: The multi-talents master beatboxing, breakdancing, acrobatics, and much more, mixing them into unique spectacles. They embody multiculturalism: a Russian who grew up in Tel Aviv and two Ukrainians met in Berlin, and now they rock like funk-soul brothers from Motown.

The show is a breathtaking spectacle, characterized by spectacular artistry where you can see the unrestrained joy of performance of the performers at every moment.

No show is like the other: from their seemingly inexhaustible repertoire, they create a suitable program for every occasion.

Foyer opens: 7 PM

He knows the world of numbers – and the stage of the Schwanen. Timm Sigg, winner of the Baden-Württemberg Small Arts Prize 2025, returns on Saturday, September 26, 2026, with his new music cabaret “Die formelhafte Welt des Mathé-Profs” to the Kulturhaus Schwanen Waiblingen. For him, this is more than a guest performance: Here, in the Luna Bar of the Schwanen, the mathematician stood on stage for the very first time years ago at one of the legendary Open Stages – spontaneously, nervously, curiously.
What started as an experiment became the beginning of an artistic journey that has since led him to big venues and numerous awards. Now he returns – with his third stage program – to where it all began and tells of the great and small paradoxes of life: mathematically precise, musically playful, and wonderfully self-ironic.
Between the piano and formulas, Sigg unfolds a cosmos of everyday absurdities – from Pythagoras to punk, from love songs to logarithms. His blend of music cabaret, scientific parody, and self-irony transforms equations into stories and numbers into melodies. He explains how he came to mathematics, what one shouldn't say to his wife, where Stuttgart 21 got its name – and why even math haters might love the “most beautiful formula in the world.”
With keen observational skills and dry humor, Sigg proves that mathematics doesn’t have to be dry – but is full of music, surprises, and humanity. In his programs, brain cinema meets sound color, proof meets gut feeling. Thus, logic becomes art of living.
The program premiered in May 2026 at the Theaterhaus Stuttgart, now the Remstal premiere follows – full of wit, rhythm, and charm.

Doors open at 7 PM

Festival der Travestie – A show like a rush of glamour, feeling, and great art!
Directed & hosted by the incomparable Maria Crohn

Welcome to an evening that makes the world stand still for a few hours – because it is so intense, so beautiful, and so extraordinary that you forget everything else. The Festival der Travestie is more than just a show. It is an experience. A fireworks display of emotions. A tribute to the art of transformation, to life itself – colorful, loud, honest, and limitless.

What can you expect? Everything. And even more!

When the lights go on and the curtain rises, a journey begins through worlds where everything seems possible. Where a man becomes a diva, a song brings goosebumps, and a single glance captivates the entire audience. Live singing meets biting comedy, parody meets true feeling, glitter meets depth.

Here, laughter, astonishment, and emotion abound – and sometimes even comfort. Because travesty is not just entertainment. Travesty is a mirror of society, a valve for all that we often cannot express, and at the same time a celebration of life in all its facets.

The artists on stage:
They are mistresses of illusion, transformation artists with soul. Each of them carries a whole universe within themselves – and brings it to the stage with charm, wit, and breathtaking presence. In this show, talent meets attitude, professionalism meets passion.

Whether powerful ballads, cheeky presentations, hilarious characters, or moving monologues – everything is handcrafted, live, and presented with heart and soul. Nothing is hidden here, but much is transformed. And that is what makes the magic.

And in the midst of it all: Maria Crohn.
She is not just the host, but the heart and soul of the festival. With her experience, sharp tongue, big heart, and unmistakable style, she guides the evening – sometimes touching, sometimes uproariously funny, always authentic. A stage personality who does not act – but lives.

Why you must see this show:
• Because you want to laugh.
• Because you want to be amazed.
• Because you might want to get a little closer to yourself.
• Because travesty is more than a show – it is a way of life.

This show breaks down walls – between genders, clichés, and boxes. And builds bridges: from heart to heart, from person to person.

Secure your tickets for an evening that stays with you.

The Festival der Travestie is not just a program point. It is an event. An experience that you do not just see, but feel – with skin and hair, with belly and heart.

Festival der Travestie – When art, entertainment, and humanity become one.
An evening. Many faces. One message: You are allowed to be you. And we celebrate that.

Doors open at 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.

 

 

Work, friends, women, men, school, apartment, vacation, sports, neighbors, strangers, partners, traffic jams, doctors, bills, life, death, youth, boredom, sex, bosses, colleagues, travel, job, money, mobile phone, social media, leisure, appointments, relatives, cleaning, authorities, children, dating, laundry, rent, relatives, wedding, weather, food, birthday, diet, age, lack of sleep, waiting, clubs, car, divorce, garden, internet, retirement, parents…

…Everyone knows it: You just want some peace and quiet! But you can’t, because: There’s always something going on!

Jochen Prang takes it with humor and a healthy dose of self-irony. And suddenly, the madness becomes very, very funny.

Because we all know it. Because it affects us all. Because:
THERE’S ALWAYS! SOMETHING!!!

Because if you never have your peace, at least you should laugh about it!

Jochen Prang has been a fixed part of the German stand-up comedy scene for several years. He performs in live formats such as NightWash or the Quatsch Comedy Club and is regularly seen on TV – including as the host of the ZDF format Chaos Comedy Club.

References:
NightWash (MySpass) | Quatsch Comedy Club (Sky) | Standup 3000 / Roast Battle (Comedy Central) Comedy Clash (SWR/ARD) | Comedy Kollektiv (BR/ARD) | SR1 Comedy Night (SR) | Das Supertalent (RTL) Chaos Comedy Club (ZDF) | Olafs Klub (MDR) | NDR Comedy Contest (NDR)
TV Total Bundesvision Comedy Contest (ProSieben)

Photo: Marvin Ruppert

The Berlin musicians Michael Blochel and Andreas Krambach bring first-class Acoustic Rockin’ Blues to the stage. Since their founding in 2009, the SLIDE RIDERS have united the various musical experiences of the two performers.

Inspired by the music of Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, J.J. Cale, Keb'Mo', and others, the SLIDE RIDERS effortlessly create their own interpretations. The diverse aspects of their music become particularly evident in their self-composed pieces. The show is refreshingly varied through reciprocal singing and the use of acoustic and resonator guitars, harmonicas, as well as the foot-operated drum kit.

Joy of playing, perfection, and emotion are equally on the program for the SLIDE RIDERS. Their laid-back entertainment and the intense contact with the audience ensure an exhilarating evening.

Doors open at 7:00 PM.