Nahaufnahme eines Mikrofons auf Bühne mit unscharfem Hintergrund in Konzertatmosphäre.
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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.

    Talente entdecken: Élisabet Pion / Klavierabend
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    Discover Talente: Élisabet Pion / Piano Recital

    »We can certainly expect to hear more from Elisabeth Pion in future!« This well-meant statement is actually a little unfair to this brilliant young artist. In reality, we are already hearing plenty from her as she tours worldwide to play orchestral and chamber music concerts and record highly-praised CDs. She recently also gave an excellent winning performance at the 2025 Honens International Piano Competition. A native French-Canadian, Elisabeth seems perfectly suited to the role of a prominent modern-day artist. She has a deep understanding of music and plays with immaculate technique. She loves science, literature and philosophy. She also practices Tai Chi regularly, sometimes even holding workshops for members of the orchestra or the audience. Highly regarded for her new interpretations of well-known works and passionate about long-forgotten music by the French composer Hélène de Montgeroult, she is a co-founder of the Unisson Festival and involved in a wide range of other interdisciplinary projects. We are thrilled to welcome this exciting and versatile pianist to ProArte for her debut


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    PERFORMERS

    Élisabeth Pion piano

    PROGRAM

    Grażyna Bacewicz
    Sonate Nr. 2

    Frédéric Chopin
    Études, Op. 25

    - Interval -

    Hélène Montgeroult
    Étude Nr. 26 G-Dur

    Hélène Montgeroult
    Étude Nr. 111 g-Moll

    Hélène Montgeroult
    Sonate fis-Moll op. 5/3

    Franz Schubert / Franz Liszt
    Der Müller und der Bach D 795/19

    Franz Schubert
    Gretchen am Spinnrade, D 118

    Franz Schubert / Franz Liszt
    Auf dem Wasser zu singen D 774

    Franz Schubert / Franz Liszt
    Erlkönig D 328

    Discover Talente: Élisabet Pion / Piano Recital
    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
    Dornröschen_ Carol Yepes
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    Dornröschen

    Every child knows the story of Sleeping Beauty. But are you familiar with Humperdinck's fairy-tale opera? In Anna Bergmann's multimedia production, it becomes a grand family event, blending tradition with animation. A plea for the fantastic, in which the young and old Sleeping Beauty invite us to replace waiting for the rescuing prince with a journey toward self-determination.

    Dornröschen
    Downtown Disco
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    Downtown Disco

    The cult disco is back – dance like in the old days!

    The Downtown Disco is back – and is bringing that legendary country house vibe back to the dance floor. With the sounds of yesteryear, the DJs of the past and exactly the atmosphere that made those nights unforgettable.

    We’ll be playing the great classics and party hits that have captivated generations – from disco and pop to genuine dancefloor anthems. It’s not about trends here, but about the pure feeling: dancing, partying, reminiscing.

    DOWNTOWN DISCO takes place every third Thursday from September onwards at the Kultur Palast Harburg.

    So: grab your mates, mark the date in your diary and head back to the dance floor. 

    Tickets are available exclusively at the box office.

    Downtown Disco

    DRAMATURGICAL BODY

    A one-time accreditation is required for participation in the professional training. The accreditation allows you to purchase tickets for the professional training. Click here for the conditions of participation.

    Diego de la Rosa’s classes combine improvisation, floorwork, and movement research to enhance strength, mobility, and body awareness. Drawing from urban and contemporary dance, acrobatics, and release techniques, his practice encourages the use of creativity. With a focus on body mechanics and internal decision-making, participants explore new movement paths while connecting with their personal artistic voice.

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    DRAMATURGICAL BODY
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    Drawer Discoveries #4: Dance

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    In the format “Drawer Discoveries”, the Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg (MK&G) presents thematic selections of remarkable works from its Graphic and Poster Collection. From 9 October 2026 to 25 April 2027, the focus is on dance.

    The exhibition features 125 works spanning more than 100 years, demonstrating the many different ways in which movement can be represented. Graphic Designers capture movement in a wide variety of ways: through striking poses, motion blur, sequences of images or abstract forms. At times, even the typography seems to dance. Photography and drawing, black and white and colour create very different moods and forms of expression.

    At the heart of the exhibition are posters for dance events featuring internationally renowned choreographers, including Alvin Ailey, Pina Bausch, Jérôme Bel, Trisha Brown, Merce Cunningham, Mary Wigman and Sasha Waltz. The display is complemented by a selection of film posters and advertising images. Video sequences from well-known film classics provide additional inspiration. A quiz and a search game invite visitors to get involved – and, of course, dancing is encouraged!

    Drawer Discoveries #4: Dance

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    Frau formt mit Händen ein Herz vor beleuchteter Bühne beim Kultursommer
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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
    A scene from Disney's musical The Lion King with costumed lionesses dancing.
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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.

    Festivals & Street Fairs

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