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

From now on, there is also the possibility for individuals to take a look behind the scenes of the theater.
Every 3rd Saturday of the month, we will guide you through the rooms and corridors that are usually reserved for staff only.
Join us on this journey!

Attention: The number of participants is limited, so make sure to secure your tickets in time.

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

Monthly, host and gag lord Andy Sauerwein presents the hottest newcomers and comedians! Every month, at least five artists enter a merciless competition. All participants have a maximum of 10 minutes to prove their talent and must adhere to strict rules: no reading, only original jokes, and be as funny as possible. Those who do not follow the rules will be disqualified. At the end of the evening, the audience decides who gets to enter the annual final in December. Every winner is always rewarded with a beautiful trophy as the best goalkeeper, the prettiest St. Bernard, or the most active rabbit - whatever is currently being sold on eBay classifieds...

Those who want to participate can write to Gaglord@GTDcomedySlam.de
Those who want to watch can buy tickets (and can then still spontaneously participate...)

The "GTD Comedy Slam" is an event of the “Gag Test Dummies”.

Doors open: 7:30 PM

Anja & Gerit Kling,
Germany's most famous sister duo, have been successful actresses for decades and could hardly be more different. Both, Gerit and the five years younger Anja grew up near Potsdam, went through the classic GDR youth and dreamed early on of a life in freedom. Five days before the fall of the Wall, they fled to the West. They survived the following dramatic days only together, as sisters, just as they have supported each other throughout their lives. While Gerit was drawn to the stage and in front of the camera from a young age, Anja only found her way to acting through detours. Both have made a career, but life in the spotlight also has its shadows. This profession is the best in the world when it works, say the Kling sisters. Anja and Gerit Kling tell amusingly, touchingly, and always honestly about the highs and lows that they have mastered as sisters. About how the best way to get through life is to not take oneself too seriously. And they reveal how to write a book together when you can't agree on a title.

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)

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.

Close-up magic with David Lavé.
Experience 2 x 45 minutes of magical entertainment in a stylish atmosphere.
Plus 20 minutes break at our bar.

Admission: 30 minutes before the event starts

Recommended for children aged 12 and older only!

Admission: 4:00 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

Have you ever seen reality turned upside-down? No?

Then it's time for a visit to Ben Blu's Illusion Theater! Come with your family and let yourself be taken into the world of magic. Children from 4 years old watch with amazed eyes and open mouths as objects transform or float. Even adults are amazed and laugh when Ben enchants the audience.

Ben Blu's unique Illusion Theater specializes in the art of magic. In an intimate setting, you and your family will experience an interactive and entertaining show. Some effects happen right in the audience. Whether you live in Berlin or are visiting the city: this show will amaze you! Some tricks can only be seen here in the world.

The friendly magician Ben Blu will guide you and the other guests through the program for about 60 minutes without a break. He adjusts the show easily to the specific audience, for example, in terms of age groups.

Admission 30 minutes before the show.

Power and dynamism, musicality and a good dose of humor: that is Tridiculous.
Smart guys with many skills: Whether breakdancing, aerial or slapstick, whether beatboxing, straps or hand-to-hand, whether singing, pole or comedy, the guys from Berlin master their craft, mix their skills with authentic joy of playing, and create unique spectacles.
Moreover, they embody multiculturalism: a Russian who grew up in Tel Aviv and two Ukrainians who were at home in the Berlin breakdance scene. Together, they develop their ideas of art and entertainment into a show that rocks, shakes, and touches with music, acrobatics, comedy, and unbridled energy.
The three international multitalents also showcase all their abilities and use their mischievous playfulness. Why not use the momentum of a somersault to play the drums? Why settle for pre-recorded music when you can accompany your acrobatics musically and vocally live?
Fast, spectacular, and full of jumps - Tridiculous presents a fast-paced show that fascinates, enchants, and excites!

A education in which the heart is not involved is not an education. Let’s pay attention; soon we will be faced with the great spelling reform - the “BILD-ING”. And there is a system behind it, because only fools can be exploited properly. “NU!” is the name of the new program, in which the folk actor and cabaret artist demands: The language of the Germans is German - Article 1 of the Basic Law! And thus Uwe Steimle takes the audience through his educational path. This leads from Struppi, through the apprentice sorcerer, to the small and even larger glimpses of German politics. As Markus Söder recently said: “After the flood, comes the drought.” Meanwhile, one can no longer distinguish the cabinet from cabaret in Germany. So the CDU promotes itself in the election year 2025: “We think ahead.” Steimle continues to think. The bridge in Dresden has not collapsed. It just came down. How we became what we will become. More “W” is not possible. With his laconic manner and fine irony, Uwe Steimle has won a loyal audience. Let us once again be captivated by the magician from the East, who manages, like hardly anyone else, to sharply yet charmingly point out the numerous east-west wounds. New lovable and quirky stories from Uwe Steimle – always driven by the effort to build bridges.

One hour prior

Doors open at 7 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.

 

 

The music of Tal Arditi is a masterful blend of folk, acoustic, and electronic elements. Graduating at just 18, he quickly made his way onto European stages, captivating both festival-goers and club audiences alike. Inspired by artists such as James Blake, Patrick Watson, Beck, and Nick Drake, he draws comparisons to José González and Woodkid. His powerful voice carries melodies filled with emotion — shaped by fears, passions, and hopes.
In his live performances, Arditi uses looping techniques to layer his voice and guitar with electronic textures, creating immersive soundscapes that deeply engage his audience. He is currently on tour celebrating the release of his debut album “Love Myself”, released through the Swiss label Mouthwatering Records.

Photo: Alicia Pfeifer

Doors open 30 minutes before the event begins

The ensemble involvo presents compositions by Claude Debussy (Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp in an arrangement for piano), W.A. Mozart (Kegelstatt Trio, KV 498), Maurice Duruflé, and Bohuslav Martinu.
The Czech-Jewish composer Bohuslav Martinu is considered the culmination of the tradition line Smetana – Dvořák – Janáček. He lived in Paris for a long time before he had to flee to the USA to escape the Nazis. The Trio for Flute, Cello, and Piano was composed in 1944, after the difficult early years in the USA. The work still reflects the neoclassical style reminiscent of his Parisian years and serves as an echo of their unclouded joy of life.
The three musicians of the “ensemble involvo” are: Wiebke Bohnsack, solo flutist of the Hamburg Symphony, Henriette Mittag, violist in the Schirokko ensemble and with the Hamburg Symphony, and Silke Peterson, an award-winning pianist, active for many years as a soloist and popular chamber music partner.