It will be intense! But it will also be very romantic! It will also be joyful and very experimental! Songs will be reinterpreted by Mister Jimi Hendrix! Blues by Keb Mo, a bit of jazz, romantic ballads, and they rock with their own songs and lyrics: the Spicy Tomatoes!

Featuring:
Steffen Giebel git/vox (formerly with "Live Blues Break")
Jogi Böhme drums/vox (formerly with "Rose Bogey's")
Friedhelm Ruschak bass/vox (still with "Daphne und die Frudies" and "Juckreiz")

The concert is supported by WOBAU Magdeburg.

Tickets: Advance sale: 12 euros, Box office: 16 euros
Doors: 19:00

Tickets also available on-site during opening hours at machwerk (Breiter Weg 114a):
Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-3pm

Doors: 19:00

What if the economic miracle after World War II had not taken place in Germany, but in Turkey instead? What if German guest workers had helped to rebuild Turkey – and not the other way around? This exciting thought experiment forms the basis of the play.

In scenes in German and songs in Turkish, "Istanbul" tells a tragicomic story of the search for happiness, love, and home. The songs of Sezen Aksu, the founder and Grande Dame of Turkish pop, serve as inspiration for the play.

An ahistorical historical comedy in four acts by Friedrich Dürrenmatt

Direction: Silvester Keller

We find ourselves in Rome on March 15, 476. Not much of the former glory of Rome remains. The buildings hint at what great empire once was here. Everything is going as usual when it suddenly sounds: "The Germans are coming." An almost unstoppable army is approaching Rome led by Odoacer. Just in such times, a leader has always been able to prove himself in Rome's past. Romulus, the emperor of Rome, sees the danger marching towards Rome and does the only sensible thing: He feeds his chickens. While the last citizens remaining in Rome cannot believe their eyes, the danger from the north gets ever closer. A play for the truly relevant chicken-egg questions. A shrill play, profound and screamingly funny. From slapstick to dramatic moments, this play leaves nothing to be desired. The piece is simply a classic and can finally be realized thanks to our many performers. Vorhang Auf thus offers fine entertainment again in January. Additionally, it is the longest time travel into the past we have had so far. The production also holds one or two stylistic surprises in store. A piece for all who enjoy theater.

Cast:
Marie Baur
Alberto Terriuolo
Simone Essig
Kübra Alabay
Carolin Stang
Raphael Mohrlok
Moritz Keller
Manuele Pilloni
Silvia Katz
Sven Gebhard
Tobias Ruscher
Lisa Gerstenmeyer

Admission and catering from 6 PM

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by Hajo Kurzenberger

From 14 years

"Never forget him!", his wife called out to the mourners at Marum's funeral in 1934.
3,000 citizens of Karlsruhe paid their last respects to the deceased, even though the Nazis had prohibited announcing the date of his burial. Tens of thousands had mocked Ludwig Marum and seven other Baden politicians a year earlier during the "parade" through Karlsruhe, which led the "protective detainees" to the newly built Kislau concentration camp.
The combative lawyer and politician, who had early on opposed fascism, was targeted from the beginning by the NSDAP as a Jew and a Social Democrat. His letters from the concentration camp portray him as a caring family man and loving husband, but also as a man who firmly believes in justice.

A piece of regionally significant local history will be staged, as Hajo Kurzenberger brings it to life on stage through historical documents.

A premiere by the Badische Landesbühne Bruchsal with ensemble members from the drama and youth theaters, in collaboration with the Forum Ludwig Marum.

Following the performance:
- Moderated discussion with Dr. Monika Pohl, Forum Ludwig Marum e.V., Karlsruhe
- Opening of the exhibition
A Life for Justice and the Republic Ludwig Marum 1882 - 1934

An exhibition by the Memorial of German Resistance, the State Archives of Baden-Württemberg, and the Forum Ludwig Marum e.V.

Adults: €12
Students, trainees, apprentices, and university students: €8
Group rate for school classes: €6 (accompanying teaching staff free)

A wonderful literary-musical show by Yana & Jana about friendship, love, and the delightful surprises of life. "Taking a taxi to Paris, just for one day..." - come along and dive into the musical reading show by the popular duo Yana & Jana. In their luggage, the two bring friendship, love, and a secret! Listen to the story of two best friends in the middle of life, a road trip, a date in Paris, and a charming bistro owner in Alsace. Author Stephanie Jana reads scenes from her novel "Coco, Sophie, and the Thing with Paris", accompanied musically by appropriate songs by the singer from Giessen, Aayana Batô. Presented in alternation and coordination, this blend of text and melodies creates its own unique story. Experience this unique performance that provides pleasure, provokes thought, gives joy, and resonates long after. Simply extraordinary, distinctive entertainment - live and directly to the heart. Let yourself be enchanted and touched by these charismatic artists on this musical-literary journey about friendship and all the way to Paris. Doors open at 7:00 PM.

Attention, smokers' pub, entrance from 18 years!

Smokers' pub / entrance from 18!

The world a little better laughter

In his new program, René Steinberg will be radical: radically funny, cheerful, optimistic, colorful - and has the fun in his sights inexorably. Because it's enough! We've had enough of seriousness, anger, grumbling, and shouting at the traffic light. That's why he calls for a major system change: let's laugh a little better at the world now and here!

Steinberg is sure: where the fun is, that's the way to go. In everyday life, in relationships, in education, with demanding children and embarrassing parents, in social interaction, and in politics. We need to dare more fun! And that starts with an evening full of pleasure! Indulge yourself in a live experience of a special kind: diverse, surprising, profound, and interactive. Laugh yourself fit and radicalize yourself when Steinberg calls for the desperately needed fun measures. With a double bang!

Doors open at 7:00 pm

Gisela Schneeberger, award-winning and authentic, returns to the stage, this time to read.
She has won the Grimme and German Television Awards twice, among numerous other accolades. The Berlin Schiller Theater, as well as the Munich Kammerspiele, were her "homes" in her youth, until she caught the attention in various series alongside Gerhard Polt and Dieter Hildebrandt. Subsequently, Schneeberger spread like wildfire across television and the silver screen. Although she is often associated with comedy, she embodies much more. Get to know this great actress up close this evening. Experience how, in her poignant reading consisting of childhood stories from various authors, she makes her listeners feel as if through the eyes of a child again. There will also be moments of sadness when Gisela Schneeberger reads the touching and sad short story "The Umbrella" by Eugen Roth.

Look forward to an emotional evening filled with special moments.

Doors open at 7:30 pm

Eight Classical Concerts

Tickets may still be available at local box offices or at the door.

Wish You Were Here Tour 2025
celebrating the 50th anniversary of Wish You Were Here.

Kings Of Floyd: An unforgettable tribute to Pink Floyd returns! The acclaimed masters of the Pink Floyd tribute band scene, Kings Of Floyd, are back and once again bringing the legendary legacy of the progressive rock icons to the stage. With their unparalleled musical brilliance and captivating live performance, they promise an unforgettable experience for all Pink Floyd fans.
Kings Of Floyd are known for their stunning reproductions of Pink Floyd's timeless hits. From "Comfortably Numb" to "Wish You Were Here" to "Another Brick in the Wall", they captivate the audience. The band members have refined their skills and passion for Pink Floyd's music over the years and are now recognized as one of the best Pink Floyd tribute bands worldwide.
With elaborate stage designs, fascinating visuals, and an impressive light show, Kings Of Floyd immerse the audience in the unique atmosphere.

Fans can look forward to a musical journey where they delve into the epic sounds and psychedelic worlds of the British rock legends. Kings Of Floyd are not just a simple tribute band, but true fans of Pink Floyd. They take the band's legacy seriously and aim to keep the spirit and magic of Pink Floyd's music alive for new generations.
Through their exceptional performance, they convey Pink Floyd's unique musical vision and make fans feel the emotional depth and artistic ambition of the original works. The upcoming tour by Kings Of Floyd promises to be an unforgettable time for all Pink Floyd fans. The band will perform in the most prestigious venues and share their musical prowess with the audience. Get ready for a captivating performance that takes you back to the golden age of progressive rock.

Secure your tickets now and experience Kings Of Floyd live on stage! For more information on tour dates and tickets, visit the band's official website.

Doors open at 7:00 PM

“Reusch & Schräglage retten 2024!” – this is the title of the musical cabaret annual review featuring comedian Stefan Reusch and the jazz band Schräglage.

This year, 2024, was finally a great year! NO. 2024 was finally over.

That's the positive part. The rest are the "Three big Ts": Terror, Trump, and looming spelling weakness. What will become of Ukraine? The Middle East? What about mindfulness, the debt brake, the Fischerhelene? Why couldn’t the Paris Olympics be prevented in 2024?

Questions everywhere!

One has the answers - Reusch. Because:
Reusch saves the broken year 2024!

The SWR3 weekly reviewer has developed an almost two-hour virus-free protection program for the stage. With a gentle smile and great presence of mind, he addresses everything that annoys him. That's not little. And it turns into a lot of fun with him.
Whether it’s the Chancellor, children, or artificial intelligence – Reusch takes them all on.

Or as the press puts it:
“A masterpiece of linguistic timing!” (Trierischer Volksfreund)
“Reusch's solo is a satirical battle platter from the delicatessen: biting, clever, and filled with irony and sarcasm” (Bergsträsser Anzeiger)

The love for jazz and the unbridled joy of playing unite the Schräglage jazz band from the Westerwald. Witty, they know how to musically pull every topic through the cocoa together with Stefan Reusch.

Admission: 7:00 PM

Stand Up Comedy & Tragedy

Whether jokes can be made about every topic has been a hotly debated issue in recent years. However, the much more interesting question is actually, is it also allowed to not make jokes sometimes? How much emotional range can a comedy program handle?

Helene Bockhorst tries it out - and dares the balancing act between humor and depth. In her genre-defying one-woman freak show, she puts herself on display. Step right up, the stage is set - take a seat in the most refreshing rollercoaster of emotions since feelings exist! Only here will you see the strongest woman in the world, the woman with the guts, and the tightrope act of German comedy. She navigates the fine line between secondhand embarrassment and enlightenment. Leaps from the trapeze of good spirits and relies on the audience to catch her. And adeptly throws knives into the hearts of the viewers.

Don't worry, there will be plenty of laughter and celebration of life this evening. But there will also be storytelling, wonder, and shared suffering. Because in the end, we all just want one thing: to be loved for who we are. In happy moments as well as in melancholic ones. And why should an artist settle for anything less.

Short bio:
Helene Bockhorst (*1987) is a comedian and author.
In January 2018, she won the Hamburger Comedy Cup - as the first (and still only) woman in the history of the competition.
This was followed by numerous TV appearances such as on various shows like Pufpaffs Happy Hour, Pussy Terror TV, NDR Comedy Contest, Stand Up 3000, Quatsch Comedy Club, Mario Barth & Friends, at the Mitternachtsspitzen, and on Genial daneben.
Her first solo programs - "The Fabulous World of Therapy" and "The Confessions of the Impostor Helene Bockhorst" - ran successfully in cabaret theaters throughout the German-speaking region and were recorded for TV.
In 2022, she was awarded the Kleinkunstpreis Baden-Württemberg. "NIMM MICH ernst" is her third solo program.

The Zac Schulze Gang was founded in 2020 in Gillingham, Kent and has earned a reputation as one of the hardest working bands in the region. Building upon frontman Zac Schulze's guitar playing, the Gang channels their love for 20th-century artists to create lightning-fast blues and rock music that is unmatched.

Schulze is supported by the powerful rhythm section, consisting of bassist/singer Ant Greenwell and his brother, drummer and singer Ben Schulze. All three are seasoned musicians who have earned their stripes in the pubs and clubs of Britain.

In 2023, they were already nominated for 3 awards at the UK Blues Awards. The album "Made Of Three" will be released in February 2024.

Your favorite live band Frittenbude (founded in 2006) announces "Tyrannosaurus Rave" - 19 cities, 19 times destruction, like a wrecking ball straight from the late Cretaceous period. After the celebrated "Apocalypse Wow" album tour, the playful live trio will also release a new album in 2025. The first single "Acid Bass" will be released right on time for Easter (Pre-Save link here TBA & TikTok Preview there TBA), and those who buy their ticket directly in the band store at tickets.frittenbude.xyz will receive a thick prehistoric surprise egg with their purchase - so much we can reveal: And furthermore - there will be more surprises. Because: Frittenbude is the biggest of all dinos, with a big mouth and peace signs as hands - still the fastest being in the room and still so here. Löv!

Doors open: 7:00 PM

Welcome to the realm of knowledge in the Baroque era: Stepping onto creaking floorboards into the quiet grandeur of our historical library hall, one is immediately enveloped by the collective knowledge of the Early Modern period. Like stage sets in a Baroque theater, the original bookshelves jut into the space, housing around 50,000 books from all fields of knowledge. Behind unassuming book spines lie remarkable treasures, such as the first German Bible printed in America.

At the end of the 17th century, the orphanage's library was established as one of the first public libraries in Germany. Primarily through donations, book exchanges, and their own publications, the library grew so rapidly that within a few years, it was comparable to significant German university libraries. In 1728, it received its own building, which is considered the oldest surviving secular library structure in Germany. Not only in recent times has the library been visited by guests and researchers from around the world: Albrecht von Haller, Johann Joachim Winckelmann, and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe all admired its bibliophilic treasures. We present a selection of them for you in rotating cabinet exhibitions in the former reading room of the library.

10 am - 5 pm

The Art and Natural History Chamber is considered the oldest German museum room. It was established by August Hermann Francke for educational purposes and is now once again set up according to the original museum concept of the 18th century in its historical location in the attic of the Historical Orphanage.

Eighteen richly decorated collection cabinets house approximately 3000 natural specimens, curiosities, and artifacts. They provide a unique impression of a Baroque cabinet of curiosities. Unlike modern museums, the chamber follows an encyclopedic collecting approach. A distinction is made between natural specimens and artifacts. The natural specimens are divided into rocks, plants, and animals, while the artifacts are categorized into visual arts, calligraphy, coins, everyday culture, and clothing. The goal was to create a mirror image of the world: a microcosm that made the macrocosm as the wonderful creation of God tangible.

In a series of events, art projects take place around the Art and Natural History Chamber. In the so-called "Contemporary Reflections on the Art and Natural History Chamber," foundations invite artists to engage in an artistic dialogue with the chamber.

Detailed information

Tue-Sun 10am-5pm

Palace-like, the orphanage rises on Franckeplatz. Then as now, it is the centerpiece of the Francke Foundations. Erected in 1698 as the first building of the school city, it represents a new facet of European Baroque, combining confident representation without extravagant ornamentation and setting the tone for orphanage architecture.

Today, the orphanage is our museum and cultural center. Right from the start, two permanent exhibitions guide you through the history of the foundation and the global impact of Pietism. On the first floor, the former prayer and singing hall surprises with its bright architecture. Today, it enjoys an excellent reputation as a concert hall due to its fantastic acoustics. In the adjacent conference rooms, a photo exhibition showcases the impressive renovation work since the foundations were reestablished in 1991. The second floor is reserved for our changing special exhibitions, which provide insight into important themes of the foundation's history from both a historical and contemporary perspective. Passing through the art and natural history collections in the attic, you reach the balcony via a narrow wooden staircase. Here, a wide view opens up over the impressive ensemble with school buildings from three centuries. There is also a splendid panorama of the Old Town of Halle from here. In the basement, children can explore their own paths in the Krokoseum.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What power does the word have? For Halleschen Pietismus, the word was of central importance. On the ground floor of the Historical Orphanage, we show you how August Hermann Francke's reform movement could spread around the world.

Francke developed central reformative goals of Martin Luther's with Halleschen Pietismus. His approach was as clear as it was revolutionary: Every person should find God through their own Bible reading. However, for this to happen, everyone - boys and girls alike - had to learn to read, everyone should be able to afford their own Bible and it should be printed in their own native language. Therefore, Francke established schools for all social classes, printed millions of German-language People's Bibles, and created an international network through which the Bible was translated into many other languages. His educational initiative allowed a broad population to engage with the word. In the 18th-century evangelical parsonages, the authors of the Romantic and Enlightenment periods were highly regarded. A culture of self-reflection spread in Pietism, which was reflected in diaries and personal testimonies, giving us remarkable insights into the spiritual life of people of that time. Symbolically, the power of the word is also evident in the meticulously restored pulpit from the Church of St. Ulrich in Halle, where Francke preached from 1715 and which you can admire in the exhibition.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

4 talers and 16 groschen are considered the founding capital of the Francke Foundations. How an unparalleled school city grew from this unexpected donation to a simple pastor in Glaucha can be discovered on the ground floor of the Historical Orphanage. A multimedia installation and numerous extraordinary objects will transport you into the fascinating founding and impact history of Francke's work. Because what began with a school for the poor and an orphanage, developed in a few decades into a true reform project that was based on education: Over 2,000 students learned in various schools, specially constructed economic buildings, a hospital, and a pharmacy guaranteed the care of over 3,000 people on the premises, unique cultural-historical collections in the library and chamber of wonders were established, and Francke's ideas were spread within and outside Europe. August Hermann Francke wanted nothing less than a "world change through personal change." Discover everything he set in motion through this.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm