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Poetry Slam

Word art on Hamburg's stages.

Experience culture. Poetry Slam in Hamburg

Hamburg stands for art and culture through and through. And over the years, poetry slams have gained a firm place in Hamburg's cultural programme. Those who want to see young lyrical talents have the opportunity to do so in Hamburg almost every week. The young poet scene meets here regularly on stage to compete and inspire the audience. And with the "artistic duels", the city even has its own unofficial championship. Here, you'll find an overview of current events and the most frequent venues.

    The home of the Poetry Slam in Hamburg.

    Kreativ ohne Kabel - Wunschglas
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    Kreativ ohne Kabel - Wunschglas

    All your wishes for the year 2026 together in one jar.

    Look forward to positive surprises and craft your own personal surprise egg with meaning with us!
    Put your phone aside for a moment and creatively and mindfully shape your future with us!
    All necessary materials are freely available on site. Feel free to bring your own stickers or other decorative elements from home!

    Registration

    Due to limited space, please register by email at elbvororte@buecherhallen.de or directly at the library.

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    Kreativ ohne Kabel - Wunschglas
    La Traviata
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    La Traviata

    Violetta is the most sought-after courtesan of the Parisian demimonde. However, her encounter with Alfredo makes her pleasure-seeking life seem questionable: they fall in love and try to build a life for themselves, far from the fast pleasures of the city...

    La Traviata
    Lars Eidinger
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    Lars Eidinger

    Lars Eidinger is considered one of the most important actors of his generation. He makes a guest appearance at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg with Bertolt Brecht’s »Hauspostille«. Congenially accompanied by the musician and composer Hans Jörn Brandenburg on piano, harpsichord and harmonium, Lars Eidinger sings and reads from Brecht’s collection of poems. Eidinger and Brandenburg take a deep breath of wild Brecht and bring his poetry and »Wasserleichenpoesie« to the stage as a dazzling synthesis of the arts. They savour the eerie beauty of the morbid, which has already served as a model for pop culture icons such as David Bowie, Iggy Pop and Nick Cave.

    PERFORMERS

    Lars Eidinger reading

    Hans Jörn %brandenburg piano

    Lars Eidinger
    Theateraufführung drinnen
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    Lessingtage 2026

    The Lessing Days 2026 at the Thalia Theater Hamburg from January 31st to February 15th, 2026.

    The theme of this festival is populism, with a focus on Poland . Under the direction of renowned theatre maker Matthias Lilienthal, the festival presents an international program that responds to the rise of right-wing forces in Europe.

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    Program booklet 2026

    Lessingtage 2026
    Lisa Wulff Quartet feat. Philipp Schiepek & Andreas Dombert
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    Lisa Wulff Quartett featuring Claus Stötter

    Lisa Wulff, a true local heroine, is coming to the Elbphilharmonie. For the »Jazz Bass« spotlight, the Hamburg native has expanded her quartet to include a guitarist and a trumpeter: Philipp Schiepek and Claus Stötter. With this line-up, the winner of the 2023 German Jazz Prize in the bass category presents a highly anticipated new album.

    PERFORMERS

    Lisa Wulff Quartet jazz ensemble

    Claus Stötter trumpet

    Adrian Hanack saxophone

    Gabriel Coburger saxophone

    Philipp Schiepek guitar

    Andreas Dombert guitar

    Lisa Wulff bass

    Valentin Renner drums

    Lisa Wulff Quartett featuring Claus Stötter
    Galli-Theater-Hamburg-Rapunzel-Slider-2
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    Märchen Musical Rapunzel

    Celebrate the premiere of this beautiful classic with us! Featuring the original cast as on the CD and a guest appearance by Oliver Born, who can be heard on all Galli Fairy Tale Songs CDs!

    About the play:
    Rapunzel is imprisoned in the Old Woman's tower, where she is supposed to learn all the world's knowledge. But one day, a prince happens to pass by the tower and manages to reach the princess. The Old Woman cannot tolerate this and banishes the two lovers… Will they find each other again?

    Märchen Musical Rapunzel

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    Culture, street festivals & concerts Events in Hamburg

    Whether it's art, music or theatre - experience the Hamburg you want to see. You'll find events with your favourite artist on the date you want! Experience the cultural diversity of Hamburg's cultural scene and the many events here and in the metropolitan region.

    Events in Hamburg
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    An evening full of emotions Musicals & Shows

    Experience the musical capital of Hamburg! Whether it's Disney's long-running success THE KING OF THE LIONS, moving musicals such as & JULIA - The Pop Musical or hilarious shows on the Reeperbahn - there's something for all ages and tastes here.

    Musicals & Shows
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    Festivals & Street Fairs

    Parks or industrial zones are transformed into festival sites; side-streets invite you to come to highly diverse street festivals.

    Festivals & Street Fairs

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