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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.

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    Disneys DER KÖNIG DER LÖWEN
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    Disneys Der König der Löwen - Das Musical

    An event in the series Disney's THE LION KING - The Musical in Hamburg

    When the curtain rises at the Stage Theater in Hamburg's harbor and the sun rises over the savanna, the magic of Africa becomes palpable. Disney's THE LION KING is one of the most successful musicals in the world, captivating audiences with its unique blend of music, movement, and visual spectacle. The mix of pop music by Sir Elton John, featuring hits like "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" and "Hakuna Matata," and authentic African rhythms creates the production's distinctive sound. Impressive masks, puppets, props, and elaborate costumes transform the stage into a vibrant, immersive work of art.

    The story centers on Simba, the Lion King. The musical tells of the cycle of life, growing up, responsibility, love, and the search for one's place. Disney's THE LION KING combines emotional storytelling with visually stunning stagecraft and appeals to audiences of all generations.

    Director Julie Taymor transformed the well-known Disney film into an independent stage production that has set international standards. Thanks to her impressive wealth of ideas, her seemingly boundless imagination, and the innovative use of masks and puppetry, the production has received worldwide acclaim and over 70 international musical awards.

    Disney's THE LION KING is being performed at the Stage Theater in Hamburg's harbor. Its prime location right on the water makes a visit to the theater a special experience. Even the crossing on the free shuttle boats from the Landungsbrücken piers is an integral part of the evening.

    Disneys Der König der Löwen - Das Musical
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    DIWALI - The festival of lights

    Diwali in Hamburg: An Evening of Light

    The Hamburger Deutsch-Indische Gesellschaft e.V., founded in 1942, is the oldest organization for Indo-German cultural exchange in Hamburg.

    Across India, Diwali is celebrated as the victory of light over darkness. For our society, it has become a fixed highlight of the year: an evening when Hamburg’s Indian community and everyone with a love for India come together under one roof.

    Join us for lights, music, Indian dance and a shared buffet at the Hamburg-Haus in Eimsbüttel.

    Friday, 6 November 2026, 18:00–21:00

    Hamburg-Haus, Doormannsweg 12, 20259 Hamburg

    ️ Seats are limited. Please book your ticket in advance; entry is only possible with registration.

    Indian buffet is included in ticket. Drinks will be available for purchase.

    Ticket orders by email: events@dighh.de

    Ticket orders via form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XVdeZZFZQ6

    [You will receive a reservation confirmation as long as tickets are available.]

    DIWALI - The festival of lights
    Do You Love Me
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    Do You Love Me

    There is no national archive in Lebanon, and the country’s recent history is not taught in schools. »In a place like Lebanon, where the government repeatedly lets us down, it is journalists, writers, musicians and filmmakers who document history,« says director Lana Daher, whose film »Do You Love Me« has created a remarkable historical collage of Lebanon between war and pop music, destruction and resilience.
    Drawing on more than 20,000 audio and visual sources, the film creates a kind of collective memory of Lebanon from the 1970s to the present day, weaving together private videos, documentaries and feature films. Rather than following a chronological narrative, »Do You Love Me« juxtaposes images in an associative way, portraying a country that has developed a remarkable resilience. The film thus offers the perfect introduction to the »Lebanon« festival at the Elbphilharmonie, which showcases the country’s rich musical culture from 29 October to 1 November.

    Elbphilharmonie PLUS is a programme that opens up different ways of looking at the music performed at the Elbphilharmonie – either to supplement a concert, or as an experience in its own right. Interdisciplinary encounters and exhibitions form part of the Elbphilharmonie PLUS programme, as do concert talks and films shown in museums, libraries, cinemas and community centres.

    Do You Love Me
    Don Toliver
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    Don Toliver

    Erleben Sie Don Toliver auf seiner Nitrous - Octane World Tour am 06.11.2026 live in der Barclays Arena Hamburg. Jetzt Tickets, VIP- und Parktickets direkt bei der Arena kaufen.

    Nach überwältigender Nachfrage und einer ausverkauften ersten Tourphase setzt Don Toliver seine erfolgreiche OCTANE TOUR mit der zweiten Etappe „NITROUS“ fort und bringt die gefeierte Produktion im Herbst 2026 nach Europa.

    Der aus Houston stammende Multi-Platin-Künstler und Grammy-nominierte Rapper hat sich in den vergangenen Jahren als eine der prägenden Stimmen im modernen Hip-Hop und R&B etabliert. Mit seinem charakteristischen Mix aus Rap, melodischen Hooks und cineastischem Storytelling erschafft Don Toliver eigenständige Klangwelten, die ihn klar von anderen Artists seines Genres abheben.

    Bereits bei seinem Auftritt in der Barclays Arena im vergangenen Jahr begeisterte Don Toliver mit einer energiegeladenen Show und zeigte eindrucksvoll, wie intensiv seine Musik live funktioniert. Die kommende Tour knüpft genau daran an und hebt die Produktion zugleich auf ein neues Level.

    Mit seinen bisherigen Alben „Heaven or Hell“ (2020), „Life of a DON“ (2021), „Love Sick“ (2023) und „Hardstone Psycho“ (2024) hat er sich international eine breite Fanbase aufgebaut. 2026 folgte mit „OCTANE“ sein bislang größter Erfolg: Das Album stieg direkt auf Platz 1 der Billboard 200 ein, markierte seine erste Solo-Nummer-eins und entwickelte sich mit über einer Milliarde Streams zu einem der erfolgreichsten Hip-Hop-Releases des Jahres. Zusätzliche Strahlkraft gewann das Projekt dadurch, dass alle 17 Tracks gleichzeitig in den Billboard Hot Rap Songs Charts vertreten waren – ein Erfolg, den nur wenige Künstler zuvor erreicht haben. Songs wie „E85“ und „Body“ zählen zu den prägenden Tracks des Jahres und dominieren weiterhin die internationalen Streaming-Plattformen.

    Auch live überträgt Don Toliver diesen Anspruch konsequent auf die Bühne. Die OCTANE TOUR steht für eine dichte, visuelle Inszenierung und ein immersives Konzerterlebnis, bei dem Sound, Atmosphäre und Performance ineinandergreifen.

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    Konzertposter von Dornenreich, Vinsta und Junge Kantorei in der Martinskirche Hamburg, am 06.11.2026
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    Dornenreich – Vista – Youth Choir

    Dornenreich are coming to Hamburg with an acoustic set. And St Martin’s Church provides a venue that is more than just a stage: a 19th-century neo-Gothic brick building, with much of its original dark-wood interior and a palpable sense of history. For three decades, Dornenreich have been navigating between different poles – black metal, acoustic, folk, classical, and everything in between. Live, this is brought to life above all by their dynamism.
    DORNENREICH’s sound draws on the mysterious intimacy of folk, the raw energy of rock and metal, and the intensity of classical music. Their constant evolution and search for fresh approaches make DORNENREICH an ever-evolving experience, as evidenced by their rich catalogue of albums. Combined with the distinctive language of the German lyrics and the emotional power of the performance, this creates a concert experience that transcends stylistic labels – because “no other band on this planet sounds like this” (Sonic Seducer/June 2021).

    VINSTA will also be performing an acoustic set this evening. Normally operating somewhere between progressive death metal, alpine motifs and dialect, they’ll be deliberately toning this down here – with a focus on melodies, vocals and fine details.

    The evening will be opened by the Junge Kantorei, a polyphonic women’s choir from Hamburg. Not a conventional support act, but a unique opening featuring different arrangements and a clear emphasis on the voices.

    Advance tickets: 27 EUR / On the door: higher price

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    Downtown Blues Club: Bon Scott - AC/DC Tributeband
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    Downtown Live Club: Bon Scott – AC/DC tribute band

    BON SCOTT are among Germany’s most established AC/DC tribute bands and have been synonymous with uncompromising rock ’n’ roll for decades. Named after the Australian band’s legendary frontman, they authentically bring the sound and energy of AC/DC’s early years to the stage.

    From classics such as ‘Highway to Hell’ and ‘T.N.T.’ to later hits like ‘Thunderstruck’, they deliver a show full of intensity, enthusiasm and genuine rock attitude.

    Performances at major events such as the Wacken Open Air, the Hamburg Harbour Birthday celebrations and in large arenas have made BON SCOTT a fixture on the tribute scene.

    A concert for everyone who doesn’t just want to listen to AC/DC, but wants to experience them live – loud, raw and full of energy.

    Downtown Live Club: Bon Scott – AC/DC tribute band

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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.

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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
    Blick von der Bühne auf das Publikum beim MS Dockville Festival in Hamburg bei Sonnenuntergang
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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.

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