Nach dem äußerst erfolgreichen und komplett ausverkauften Konzert der TORPEDO 2 & Friends Anfang diesen Jahres, kann das Publikum das Erfolgskonzept gegen Ende des Jahres noch einmal mit einer 5-köpfigen Band kurz vor Weihnachten erleben; diesmal mit einer „50s American Christmas Show“.

Bei Tochi und Pedro Torpedo finden sich im heimischen Plattenschrank immer noch die wunderbaren 50er-Jahre Weihnachtshits von Elvis, Presley, Dean Martin, Frank, Sinatra, Nat King Cole oder Johnny Cash. Auch die Songs von Chris Isaak, Shakin´ Stevens oder von Brian Setzer gehören da zum festen Weihnachtsrepertoire. Hauptsache viel Rock & Roll, etwas Swing und eine Prise Country.

Kurz vor Weihnachten, am 03.12.2024, werden Karsten Köhler und sein Partner, der Kontrabassisten Tochi Torpedo die Weihnachtsstimmung der amerikanischen 50er Jahre noch einmal im Theaterstübchen aufleben lassen. Dafür hat sich das Duo wieder Weggenossen eingeladen, mit denen sie die Freude an dieser Musik teilen.

Die bereits am 25.01.2024 gut angekommene Mischung aus Swing, Folk und Südamerikanischem wird wieder ganz ähnlich zu erleben sein, denn ganz so weihnachtlich soll es auch nicht werden. Der ursprüngliche Rock & Roll und die swingenden Latinorhythmen, die man von TORPEDO 2 gewohnt ist, wird es auch bei diesem Konzert geben.

Bereits zugesagt haben die Musiker Karsten Engel und Frank Pecher. Mit weiteren Gästen stehen die 2 Torpedos zum Anfang des Jahres noch in Verhandlung. Lassen Sie sich überraschen.

Auszug aus der HNA-Kritik von Andreas Erdmann vom 27.01.2024:
„…riss dem Publikum im Kasseler Jazzkeller Theaterstübchen die Füße weg. Das Duo TORPEDO 2 stand in der Brandung und rockte ein Programm, das mit seiner explosiven Mischung aus 50er-Jahre-Hits und Evergreens einschlug…“ „Das sitzt alles und das wirkt wohltuend echt. Donnernder Applaus“

Einlass eine Stunde vor Beginn

Restkarten: Schluckspecht (Kassel & Vellmar), Scheibenbeisser, Theaterstübchen

After the extremely successful and completely sold-out concert of TORPEDO 2 & Friends at the beginning of this year, the audience can experience the successful concept again towards the end of the year with a 5-piece band just before Christmas; this time with a "50s American Christmas Show."

In Tochi and Pedro Torpedo's own record collection, you can still find the wonderful 1950s Christmas hits by Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, or Johnny Cash. The songs of Chris Isaak, Shakin' Stevens, or Brian Setzer are also part of the solid Christmas repertoire. Lots of rock & roll, some swing, and a touch of country.

Shortly before Christmas, on 03.12.2024, Karsten Köhler and his partner, the bassist Tochi Torpedo, will revive the Christmas spirit of the American 1950s once again at the Theaterstübchen. For this, the duo has invited fellow musicians with whom they share the joy of this music.

The well-received mix of swing, folk, and South American music from January 25, 2024 will be experienced in a similar way again, as it is not meant to be overly Christmas-oriented. The original rock & roll and the swinging Latino rhythms that TORPEDO 2 is known for will also be part of this concert.

Musicians Karsten Engel and Frank Pecher have already confirmed their attendance. The 2 Torpedos are still in negotiations with other guests for the beginning of the year. Stay tuned for surprises.

Excerpt from the HNA review by Andreas Erdmann from 27.01.2024:
“...blew the audience in the Kassel Jazz Cellar Theaterstübchen away. The duo TORPEDO 2 stood in the surf and rocked a program that struck with its explosive mix of 50s hits and evergreens...” “Everything fits and it feels refreshingly authentic. Thunderous applause”

Christmas with Lilli! The preparations for the festive season are in full swing. And Lilli is already turning the wheel vigorously! Cheer, bustle, and joy are just around the corner, Lilli's very own "Holy Trinity".

The scent of cinnamon pastries and mulled wine paired with Lilli's unique Advent stories about clove-studded orange peels or baking aroma as a perfume substitute lets you momentarily forget the hunt for the ultimate gift. Lilli conjures cinnamon stars from the sky, opens her freshly baked honey cake heart, and melts every snowdrift in the process.

Charming and outspoken, no topic is off-limits with her rhetorical barrage. Can you bake with heat waves? Can you shoot sparrows with snow cannons? And who actually calculates Santa Claus's R(o)ut?

One thing is for sure: it will definitely get hot when Lilli pulls out her switch! And she will definitely knock out a bird or two!

Doors open one hour before the start

Remaining tickets: Schluckspecht (Kassel & Vellmar), Scheibenbeisser, Theaterstübchen

Christmas with Lilli! Preparations for the holidays are in full swing. And Lilli is already spinning vigorously! Rejoicing, bustling, and cheerfulness are at the door, Lilli's very own "trinity."

The scent of cinnamon biscuits and mulled wine paired with Lilli's unique Advent stories about clove-studded orange peel or baking aroma as a perfume replacement will make you forget for a moment the hunt for the ultimate gift. Lilli conjures cinnamon stars from the sky, opens her freshly baked honey cake heart, and melts every snowdrift with it.

Sympathetic and cheeky with a rhetorical barrage, no topic is left untouched. Can you bake with heat waves? Can you shoot sparrows with snow cannons? And who actually calculates the Christmas man's route?

One thing is for sure: things will definitely heat up when Lilli brings out her rod! And she will certainly shoot down one or two birds!

Christmas with Lilli! The preparations for the festive season are in full swing. And Lilli is already turning the wheel vigorously! Cheer, bustle, and joy are just around the corner, Lilli's very own "Holy Trinity".

The scent of cinnamon pastries and mulled wine paired with Lilli's unique Advent stories about clove-studded orange peels or baking aroma as a perfume substitute lets you momentarily forget the hunt for the ultimate gift. Lilli conjures cinnamon stars from the sky, opens her freshly baked honey cake heart, and melts every snowdrift in the process.

Charming and outspoken, no topic is off-limits with her rhetorical barrage. Can you bake with heat waves? Can you shoot sparrows with snow cannons? And who actually calculates Santa Claus's R(o)ut?

One thing is for sure: it will definitely get hot when Lilli pulls out her switch! And she will definitely knock out a bird or two!

Doors open one hour before the start

Remaining tickets: Schluckspecht (Kassel & Vellmar), Scheibenbeisser, Theaterstübchen

Simon Oslender – keys
Bruno Müller – guitar
Will Lee – bass
Steve Gadd – drums

In December 2024, Simon Oslender will present his new album "All That Matters" live on tour.

With STEVE GADD on drums and WILL LEE on bass, two of the most legendary and influential musicians from the American jazz and pop scene accompany the young German keyboardist. The native of Aachen, Oslender, who gained international attention through his collaborations with Wolfgang Haffner and Bill Evans, has fulfilled a lifelong dream with this unique album and tour lineup, which also includes the exceptional guitarist Bruno Müller.

The focus of the new album and the live concerts is the GROOVE in its purest form. And there are no better partners than Steve Gadd (who has played with Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, James Taylor, Chick Corea) and Will Lee (who has played with the David Letterman Show, George Benson, Brecker Brothers, James Brown), THE legendary American rhythm section.

Doors open one hour before the start

Sold Out!

Simon Oslender - keys
 Bruno Müller - guitar
 Will Lee - bass

Steve Gadd - drums



In December 2024, Simon Oslender will present his new 

album "All That Matters" live on tour. 



With Steve Gadd on drums and Will Lee on bass, two of the most legendary and influential musicians in the US jazz and pop scene accompany the young German keyboardist. The native of Aachen, Oslender, who gained international attention through his collaborations with Wolfgang Haffner and Bill Evans, has fulfilled a lifelong dream with this unique album and touring lineup, which also includes the exceptional guitarist Bruno Müller. 



The groove in its purest form is at the center of the new album and live performances. And there are no better collaborators for that than Steve Gadd (who has played with Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, James Taylor, Chick Corea) and Will Lee (who has played with the David Letterman Show, George Benson, Brecker Brothers, James Brown), the legendary American rhythm section.

Curtains up – Radio on! Reis Against The Spülmachine present their own radio station in their third stage program. “Radio Reis – Die Hitwelle” broadcasts the best from yesterday, today, and tomorrow – world hits with humor. The good mood songwriters turn it up again and promise only hits. Everything on a frequency that works well everywhere, even without a transmission tower.

The music-comedy duo from Buxtehude and Oldenburg is known for their hilarious song parodies and the ability to put any audience in ecstatic party mood. That’s why they have not only won song slams and bagged comedy and cabaret awards but also work as a musical all-purpose weapon at prestigious festivals and in venerable rock joints.

In the new program, as always, numerous evergreens of music history are at the center, which the duo parodies, optimizes, and combines to bring a smile to even the last grumpy face. So, from Falco’s “Amadeus” comes “Hammer Teewurst,” and Elvis is and remains “In the Netto.” In the end, the crowd surfs together on a wave of euphoria.

From Bach to Backstreet Boys, from Rock 'n' Roll to NDW – no era is safe from the two. There’s something for everyone. Whether it's criticism of online trading, overly high real estate prices, or a hymn of praise for construction fences – Reis Against The Spülmachine addresses the really important issues of humanity. Everything else is just Radio Gaga.

The show is packed with everything that belongs in a good radio broadcast. Essentially, a program of format. Tune in! From October 2022 on all good stages.

Doors open one hour before the start.

Sold out!

Curtains up - Radio on! Reis Against The Dishwasher present their own radio station in their third stage program. "Radio Reis - The Hitwave" broadcasts the best of yesterday, today, and tomorrow - World hits with humor. The good mood songwriters are turning up the volume again and promise only hits. All on a frequency that is well received everywhere even without a broadcast tower.

The music-comedy duo from Buxtehude and Oldenburg is known for their hilarious song parodies and the ability to put any audience in ecstatic party mood. That's why they have not only won song slams and snagged comedy and cabaret awards, but also serve as a musical Swiss army knife at prestigious festivals and venerable rock venues.

In the new program, numerous evergreens of music history are once again the focus, parodied, optimized, and combined by the duo to put a smile on even the grumpiest face. So, from Falco's "Amadeus" it becomes "Teewurst Hammer" and Elvis is and remains "In the Netto." In the end, the crowd rides together on a wave of euphoria.

From Bach to Backstreet Boys, from Rock'n'Roll to Neue Deutsche Welle - no era is safe from them. There's something for everyone here. Whether criticizing online shopping, high real estate prices, or singing praises to construction site fences - Reis Against The Dishwasher tackle the truly important issues of humanity. Everything else is just Radio Gaga.

The show is filled with everything that makes a good radio show. Essentially, a top-notch program. Tune in! From October 2022 on all good stages.

About having the courage to change one's own destiny: In the musical highlight "Aladin," the audience immerses itself in a world full of adventure and magic. Specially composed musical hits, plenty of excitement, and even more humor promise the best live entertainment for the whole family!

1001 Nights in a new light
The famous story from 1001 Nights is presented by the Theater Liberi, known for its imaginative family musicals, in a fast-paced and modern version. Well-trained musical actors portray the diverse facets of the popular characters in this tale of courage, self-determination, and friendship. Fantastic light effects, elegant costumes, as well as impressive music and choreography create the perfect backdrop for the mysterious world of Aladin, Yasmin, and Dschinni.

An adventure full of magic
Aladin leads a life as a simple street boy until his life is suddenly turned upside down: He has just met Princess Yasmin, who is trying by all means to protect her people from the evil sorcerer Jafar, when he himself becomes entangled in his wicked schemes. Jafar finally wants to get rid of the Sultan and seize power with the help of a legendary lamp. Aladin is supposed to help him, but the plan goes awry, and Aladin finds himself trapped in a cave. In search of a way out, he discovers the secret of the magic lamp and frees the powerful Dschinni, who quickly proves to be a true friend. Aladin's problems seem to be solved in one fell swoop because where there is a Dschinni, there are also three wishes. However, magic alone will not be enough to help Yasmin and thwart Jafar's sinister plans...

Age: from 4 years old
Duration: 2 hours including a 20-minute intermission

Satire and comedy, commentary and nonsense about everyday madness: all of this is "Ab dafür!" A thrilling roller coaster ride through the last 12 months. For almost 30 years now – what an anniversary! - presented by the cabaret artist, bestselling author, and master of the satirical annual review, Bernd Gieseking.

An annual review from A to Z, covering the time between January and December, cheeky, fast, clean, funny! Gieseking makes cuts that would make any butcher envious. The juxtaposition of major events and personal perspectives, the articulation of the big picture in humorous stories, the exaggeration or merely the smug quoting make the program "Ab dafür!" unique. Gieseking's review is a "Magic Cleaning" for the soul, a funny comfort in the madness of the times.

Bernd Gieseking, cabaret artist and author, is a gifted storyteller, a master of humor. He discovers seemingly trivial matters and makes them unforgettable. He keeps track and writes along: Christine Lambrecht threatens after her resignation at the traditional flag-lowering ceremony "You never really go away!" and King Charles tells about "Dinner for one!" in the German Bundestag.

Satirist Gieseking observes and reflects, reports, rhymes, and condenses while cheerfully marveling at fools and denials, at wit and madness, presenting the year 2024 as a kaleidoscope of comedy. An annual revue full of wit and wonder.

Politics, society, and culture, the electronic media and the daily press repeatedly provide keywords for verbal wit and comedy, for grotesque logic and playful nonsense. Rhymed, shaken, and stirred – Ab dafür!

Entry: 7 PM

From 9:00 pm | Admission 10,- Euro DJ René M Bieler - .. a journey into sound! 50 years of music history! DJ René´s Club History! The best from 50 years of music history! Groovy and soulful, all important genres are reissued in a first-class mix NEW! Good vibes are no coincidence here!

The Best of 15 Years and New Disasters
When someone fails so grandly and comically in thoughts, words, and deeds as Waghubinger, all he can do is to keep getting back up, muster some courage, and sit down at the bar stool. Since planning for the future has never really worked out for him, this time he looks back and a bit to the side. The best stories, for which this character is loved, are told once again and twisted into a roller coaster of emotions with new anecdotes and attempts at explanations. Waghubinger thinks and speaks so narrowly past reality that sometimes one believes to see it more clearly than in the theater of their own world. The famous mirror he holds up this time is a broken off rearview mirror from parking, and if desired, one can see oneself, the world, or simply Waghubinger in it. Philosophical grumbling and loving meanness.

The Allgemeine Zeitung Mainz writes about him: "Feather-light and polished. There are only a few cabaret artists who can match Waghubinger's way with words – and there are only very few colleagues through whom polished texts float so effortlessly through the hall."

Stefan himself only says of himself that he practices Austrian moaning and grumbling, but with German thoroughness.

Doors open at 7pm.

Marlene – Icon of film history, vamp and diva: It is always the same legends that are associated with the name Marlene Dietrich, since she set out to conquer the world from Berlin as the blonde Venus after her triumph as the dashing Lola in the film "The Blue Angel" in the early 1930s, like a comet. This actress was more contradictory, modern, and uncompromising than any other Hollywood star. But what made this woman so extraordinary only becomes evident when she is viewed in her time.

Marlene Dietrich wore pants at a time when women were beaten in the streets for doing so. She brought her child to Hollywood when being a mother meant the end for an erotic film star. She resisted the siren calls of Hitler when many of her colleagues fell. And she began a second career as a chanson singer at an age when others stepped away from the stage forever.

In her reading, Claudia Michelsen presents the life of a woman who systematically eluded control throughout her life and still poses puzzles: How could she, whose lovers included Erich Maria Remarque, Gary Cooper, Jean Gabin, John F. Kennedy, and Yul Brynner, refer to herself as not beautiful? After all, she had achieved worldwide fame with her overwhelming erotic aura. Why did she doubt her acting abilities? And how is it that this adored diva complained about loneliness throughout her life? In the books of her memories, Marlene Dietrich answered these and other questions to provide a brutally honest account of her tumultuous life.

Doors open at 7:30 PM. Bringing coats and jackets into the event spaces is not permitted.

Lenguas malas – Musik der spanischen Renaissance
Heinrich-Schütz-Ensemble
Ana Arnaz – Soprano
Barbora Hulcová - Vihuela and Renaissance Lute

A sound journey to the Iberian Peninsula with vocal and instrumental music of the Spanish Renaissance. Music for soprano solo, various vocal formations, and the Spanish vihuela impressively demonstrates the high culture of the 16th century. The title of the concert comes from a well-known Spanish poem that has been set to music many times. It is a special honor for us that Ana Arnaz from the Schola Cantorum in Basel, one of the most important interpreters of this music, is a guest at St. Martin. Of course, a salad cannot be missing in such a program ...!

Doors open at 6 PM

The big Christmas tour

at the piano: Rene Krömer

Marc Marshall's Christmas concerts are a fixed annual date for numerous music lovers and a beloved tradition during the Christmas season. The audience celebrates them nationwide with sold-out concert halls and churches. Enthusiastic press reviews have named the versatile baritone the "Master of Soft Tones" and "Ambassador for Peace and Friendship." Where his voice resonates, the hearts of people open. This voice touches, it tells stories. Binding, appreciative, emotional, humorous, tender, and powerful.
The long-awaited annual Christmas tour of Marc Marshall begins on the first Advent. The singer performs with his new Christmas program, where the power of emotion and the passion of creativity are felt in every minute, until the end of the year in 20 cities across the country. "Let's be in harmony and friendship with one another, especially during the Christmas season," invites Marc Marshall. "It is my heartfelt concern to revive the tradition and spirit of Christmas with you as a big family through music."
With his unique concert program, Marc Marshall connects traditional Christmas songs and texts that honor family and friendship. Enchanting, soothing, joyful; until the last melody fades away. In doing so, the artistic spirit sensitively captures the rhythm and feeling of the moment in interplay with his audience. His colorful baritone voice unfolds its full beauty in this versatile repertoire. Marc Marshall is accompanied on the piano by René Krömer, who many still remember as the pianist of Udo Jürgens.
"I look forward to our concert guests who give us their time and attention during Advent," says Marc Marshall. "At our concerts, we share the values for harmonious coexistence, love, peace, and respect."

Copyright: Steve Thornton

Doors open: 18:30

"Side 2" is a young, five-member cover band from the Kassel area, delivering a selected range of old and new classics from Hard, Punk, and Classic Rock since autumn 2022. Whether it's AC/DC, Iron Maiden, Queen, The Beatles, Green Day, or Die Toten Hosen - with Side 2, rock is guaranteed! The distinctive and pleasant voice of frontman Carlos, the precise guitar solos of Michel and Fabian, as well as the rhythmic, lively sounds of bassist Jonathan and drummer Davin, in their combination, ensure a true revival of good, old, and also newer rock music. These guys are definitely worth keeping an eye on... Anyone who has ever forgotten the mood that rock music can create will surely remember it at a live performance by Side 2.

Carlos Becker - Lead Vocals, Keyboard
Michel Busch - Guitar
Fabian Wilhelm - Guitar, Vocals
Jonathan Ewald - Bass, Vocals
Davin Wilhelm - Drums

Doors open one hour before the start

The big HNA Weihnachtssingen: for the third time at the Kassel Auestadion.

Christmas carols are as much a part of the festival of love as the Christmas tree, speculaas, and a beautiful gift-giving. That’s why we invite you to the third HNA Weihnachtssingen on December 8, 2024.

Everyone who loves to sing is warmly welcome: families, children, adults, individuals, groups, and choirs.

Joining us this year are, just like last year, the Kassel singer Nicole Jukic and the Kassel gospel singer Jeffrey Staten. This year, one or more formations of the Army Music Corps (still to be clarified) will also be on stage.

The singing takes place in support of the Advent Action. With the Advent Action, needy people from the region are supported. The HNA Weihnachtssingen is organized in collaboration with Kassel Marketing and the City of Kassel. The patron is Mayor Sven Schoeller.

Admission: 3:00 PM

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Curtains up – Radio on! Reis Against The Spülmachine present their own radio station in their third stage program. “Radio Reis – Die Hitwelle” broadcasts the best from yesterday, today, and tomorrow – world hits with humor. The good mood songwriters turn it up again and promise only hits. Everything on a frequency that works well everywhere, even without a transmission tower.

The music-comedy duo from Buxtehude and Oldenburg is known for their hilarious song parodies and the ability to put any audience in ecstatic party mood. That’s why they have not only won song slams and bagged comedy and cabaret awards but also work as a musical all-purpose weapon at prestigious festivals and in venerable rock joints.

In the new program, as always, numerous evergreens of music history are at the center, which the duo parodies, optimizes, and combines to bring a smile to even the last grumpy face. So, from Falco’s “Amadeus” comes “Hammer Teewurst,” and Elvis is and remains “In the Netto.” In the end, the crowd surfs together on a wave of euphoria.

From Bach to Backstreet Boys, from Rock 'n' Roll to NDW – no era is safe from the two. There’s something for everyone. Whether it's criticism of online trading, overly high real estate prices, or a hymn of praise for construction fences – Reis Against The Spülmachine addresses the really important issues of humanity. Everything else is just Radio Gaga.

The show is packed with everything that belongs in a good radio broadcast. Essentially, a program of format. Tune in! From October 2022 on all good stages.

Doors open one hour before the start.

Sold out!