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IN THE SOLITUDE OF COTTON FIELDS, Starring John Malkovich, Opens in Hamburg
by Blair Ingenthron - April 21, 2024


Timofey Kulyabin's production of IN THE SOLITUDE OF COTTON FIELDS, starring John Malkovich and the award-winning Lithuanian actress Ingeborga Dapkūnaitė has opened at the Talia Theatre in Hamburg.

Foto: Erster Blick auf Willemijn Verkaik in Disneys DIE EISKÖNIGIN
by Joshua Wright - April 18, 2024


Mit der 1.000. Show erreicht Disneys DIE EISKÖNIGIN einen sensationellen Meilenstein und überholt die Laufzeit aller anderen bisher im Stage Theater an der Elbe gespielten Shows. Noch bis zum 29. September ist Disneys DIE EISKÖNIGIN in Hamburg zu sehen, dann zieht das Musical nach Stuttgart ins Stage Apollo Theater.

Video: Casey Nicholaw Talks Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024


In an all new video, Casey Nicholaw discussed the production of Disney's Hercules in Hamburg, which he is directing and choreographing. Performances run through December 22 at Stage Theater Neue Flora Hamburg, Germany.   Check out the video here!

Sandra Hüller Will Lead I WANT ABSOLUTE BEAUTY in Berlin, From Ivo van Hove and PJ Harvey
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2024


Sandra Hüller will lead a production of I Want Absolute Beauty in Berlin, conceived and directed by Ivo van Hove, this August.

Review: FALSCHER TAG, FALSCHE TÜR at Boulevardtheater Bremen
by Konstantin Georgiou - April 09, 2024


What did our critic think of FALSCHER TAG, FALSCHE TÜR at Boulevardtheater Bremen? Die Premiere von 'Falscher Tag, falsche Tür' am 5. April 2024 im Weyher Theater war ein erfreulicher Spaß! Das Publikum wurde in ein Feuerwerk aus Lachen und Unterhaltung katapultiert! Das Stück, inszeniert von Kay Kruppa, ist eine wahrhaftige Liebeserklärung an die Verwechslungskomödie.

Physicality in Acting Program Set For Next Month at New International Performing Arts Institute
by Stephi Wild - April 08, 2024


Explore the practical aspects of physicality in acting with New International Performing Arts Institute's 3-day workshop in Berlin. Enhance your stage presence, learn engaging techniques, and get hands-on practice with industry professionals.

SCHOLL Original Cast Recording Nominated For The German Record Critics' Award
by Blair Ingenthron - April 06, 2024


The original cast recording of SCHOLL - Die Knospe der Weißen Rose (SCHOLL - The Bud of the White Rose), which was released as a double CD on the 8th of December 2023 and digitally on the 18th of February 2024, was nominated for the renowned German Record Critics' Award.

Video: Willemijn Verkaik & Abla Alaoui Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from FROZEN in Habmburg
by Alan Henry - April 05, 2024


Watch as Willemijn Verkaik (Elsa) and Abla Alaoui (Anna) sing 'I Can't Lose You' from the German production of Disney's Frozen. The actresses began their run in the production, now in its second year, on October 18th, 2023.

New Company Rehearsals At MOULIN ROUGE! Germany Interrupted by WWII Bomb
by Joshua Wright - April 04, 2024


The new company of Moulin Rouge! in Cologne, Germany is preparing to debut tomorrow, April 4th, 2024 at the Musical Dome. The company was forced to evacuate yesterday while preparing for tonight's invited dress rehearsal when a World War II era bomb was discovered in the Rhine river, right beside the theater.

Review: Disney's HERCULES at Stage Theatre Neue Flora
by Martin Ganeider - March 25, 2024


What did our critic think of DISNEYS HERCULES at STAGE THEATRE NEUE FLORA? Disney's latest stage-to-screen adaptation celebrates its World Premiere at the Stage Theatre Neue Flora in Hamburg, the often-called Broadway of the North.

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of Casey Nicholaw-Helmed HERCULES in Hamburg
by Nicole Rosky - March 25, 2024


A new production of Disney's Hercules, directed by Tony winner Casey Nicholaw, just celebrated its opening night in Hamburg. Go behind the scenes of the special night in this video.

Review: BELLA ITALIA at Boulevardtheater Bremen
by Konstantin Georgiou - March 22, 2024


'Bella Italia' ist ein musikalisches Fest der Lebensfreude, bei dem das Publikum sich wie auf einer großen italienischen Party fühlt.

Review: SIX - THE MUSICAL at Admiralspalast - Berlin
by Konstantin Georgiou - March 20, 2024


Die Premiere von 'Six - the Musical' eine Nacht, die man nicht so schnell vergessen wird! Wow, was für eine Nacht im Admiralspalast am 15. März 2024! Die Deutschlandpremiere von 'Six - the Musical' war schlichtweg umwerfend und hat die Bühne zum Beben gebracht.

Review: FALLING IN LOVE at Friedrichstadtpalast - Berlin
by Konstantin Georgiou - March 20, 2024


Eine unvergesslichen Nacht voller Magie, Glanz und Emotionen! Am 16. März 2024 tauchte ich voller Vorfreude in die faszinierende Welt von 'FALLING | IN LOVE' im Friedrichstadt-Palast in Berlin ein - und ich wurde nicht enttäuscht. Diese Show ist mehr als nur ein Spektakel; sie ist eine lebendige Liebeserklärung an die Kunst des Entertainment.

Dua Lipa Drops New Tour Dates Ahead of 'Radical Optimism' Album
by Michael Major - March 18, 2024


Dua Lipa is hitting the road again in Germany, Croatia, France, and more! Aside from the recently unveiled tour dates, the 'Training Season' singer is also hitting an extensive lineup of festivals over the summer, including Glastonbury, Mad Cool, NOS Alive, and more. Check out all of the upcoming Dua Lipa concerts here! Find out how to get tickets.

Semperoper Dresden Announces 2024/25 Programme
by A.A. Cristi - March 15, 2024


Discover the 2024/25 programme of the Semperoper Dresden. Get the latest updates on performances, artists, and premieres in the upcoming season at one of Germany's most renowned opera houses.

Video: Watch The Set of Disney's HERCULES Being Assembled in Hamburg
by Joshua Wright - March 14, 2024


Go inside the set build timelapse for the world premiere of the new production of Disney's Hercules in Hamburg. Check out the video!

Interview: Benét Monteiro of DISNEY HERCULES at Neue Flora Hamburg
by Martin Ganeider - February 24, 2024


From Hamilton to Hercules, from the Revolution to the Olymp, is quite a journey for Monteiro, more than reason enough to sit down and chat with Hamburg's Musical Leading Man.

The New International Performing Arts Institute Hosts Performing Arts Competition
by Stephi Wild - February 22, 2024


The New International Performing Arts Institute will present a unique competition designed to celebrate the art of performance.

Baritone Georgios Iatrou Joins Hamburg Opera For John Neumeier's THE ODYSSEY Revival
by Stephi Wild - February 05, 2024


Celebrated Greek baritone George Iatrou will join the stage of the Hamburg State Opera for the much-anticipated revival of John Neumeier's ballet 'The Odyssey'.

Review: DIE TROCKENSCHWIMMER at Boulevardtheater Bremen
by Konstantin Georgiou - February 02, 2024


'Trockenschwimmer' - eine herrlich amüsante Komödie, die das Publikum zum Lachen bringt und Marc Gelhart als Geheimtipp enthüllt!

Adele Announces Summer Shows in Europe
by Michael Major - January 31, 2024


Based at Munich Messe, Adele will perform in an open-air environment that has been exclusively created for these special shows. The bespoke arena will feature a combination of seated grandstands and standing areas with capacity for 80,000 people per night (see below for venue rendering).

Composers Concordance Presents MUSIC & FILM @ WESTBETH This March
by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2024


On March 2nd at 7pm, Composers Concordance presents Music & Film @ Westbeth, an event combining cutting-edge short films with contemporary music composition.

DIE JUDIN VON TOLEDO Comes to Semperoper Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 29, 2024


Die Uraufführung der mit Spannung erwarteten Oper »Die Jüdin von Toledo« ist einer der besonderen Höhepunkte in der Opernspielzeit 2023/24. Detlev Glanert komponierte im Auftrag der Sächsischen Staatsoper Dresden die Musik, Hans-Ulrich Treichel schrieb das Libretto für dieses außergewöhnliche Musiktheaterwerk.

TRISTAN UND ISOLDE Returns to Semperoper This Month
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2024


Richard Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde, conducted by Christian Thielemann, will be performed on 21 January 2024. This marks the role debut for Klaus Florian Vogt as Tristan and cast members include Camilla Nylund, Christa Mayer, Georg Zeppenfeld and Martin Gantner.


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