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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.

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    Der jüngste Tag

    Ödön von Horváth

    Judgment Day

    With Maria Anker, Hans Hansen, Sandra Kanthak, Tom Ludwig, Carla Ochmann, Ramona Pautz, Jarno Soukup and Timo Taniewski

    Direction & stage Torsten Diehl, dramaturgy Cristiana Garba, video Mued van de Schlaaf music Murnau-Jessner-Bros.

    Ödön von Horváth wrote *The Last Day* shortly before his death. He died in June 1938 – at the age of 36. The Reichspogromnacht in November, the war – he didn't live to see any of it. And yet his writings are permeated by it. Not as prediction, but as perception.

    A train accident. Eighteen dead. And the question of what happens next. The focus isn't on the event itself, but on how it's discussed. The shifts in perspective. The small acts of exoneration. As if this already reveals how guilt is distributed—and disappears, without ever truly disappearing.

    Der jüngste Tag
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    Der Markt der Møglichkeiten

    The Market of Possibilities is a curated cultural bazaar in the railway hall in Hamburg's Oberhafen – initiated by the non-profit association WeField eV
    With this market, we want to create a vibrant place for creativity, exchange and new ideas – right in the middle of a hall that would otherwise be empty.
    Once a month, we bring DIY stalls, street food, music, art and community under one roof – and show how much is possible when you fill spaces together.

    Mamø is more than just a market:
    It is a place to participate, meet, and stay.

    Der Markt der Møglichkeiten
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    Der Pudel auf dem Dach

    Please note: It is possible that an event has been cancelled but is still listed on this website. For the latest information about cancelations or postponements please check the organizer’s website.

    You will be observed from everywhere on this entertaining tour for big and small people through downtown Hamburg: There are roaring lions and life-size elephants, dreamy kitchen boys and little saints, unicorns and "Dachpudel". Sometimes big and in the middle of the action, sometimes small and hidden. Let yourself be surprised and enchanted a little ...

    Der Pudel auf dem Dach
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    Desperate Boatwives

    Comedy, Drama & Show
    This show demonstrates what's possible on our small stage! Three women, two goals, one ship, and zero plan. The friends simply wanted a relaxing girls' weekend – with Aperol and no adventures. But then they discover that the booked show troupe has mistaken the ship. Bad luck for the troupe, but brilliant for the three friends: years ago, they were successful stars on Pellworm! And today they're making their comeback! What begins as a bit of fun quickly spirals out of control. A rollercoaster of sequins, false eyelashes, and dance moves you'd only expect to see on Pellworm. Glitter, chaos, and raw emotion.

    Right in the heart of Hamburg lies Germany's oldest theater ship – and the only one in Europe that's seaworthy. For over 50 years, its stage has delighted audiences with comedy, cabaret, and shows. The audience is never more than seven meters away from the performers, and drinks are brought right to their seats – theater doesn't get much closer than this! As intimate as a living room, as lively as a harbor pub, and simultaneously a stage for top-notch programming – all within a unique maritime atmosphere. Hamburg has many stages, but only one original on the water.

    19:00-19:30: Work Life What with a prior introduction by Michael Frowin
    19:45-20:15: Work Life What with a prior introduction by Michael Frowin
    8:30-9 p.m.: DESPERATE BOATWIVES
    9:15-9:45 p.m.: DESPERATE BOATWIVES
    10:00-10:30 p.m.: DESPERATE BOATWIVES
    23:00-23:20: Crazy Hour with the Ernst Deutsch Theatre
    23:40-00:00: Crazy Hour with the Ernst Deutsch Theatre

    Desperate Boatwives
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    Die Nashörner

    BAM! POP! RHINO!


    Welcome to our world: A dazzling Technicolor paradise full of individual
    Quirks, a speech bubble storm of neon colors and vibrant eccentricity! Here
    Everyone is unique, every opinion a vibrant splash of color. But beneath the glittering surface...
    The pop-art surface is seething with something. A rhythm begins, a deep rumble. A
    A rhinoceros thunders through the alleys, then two more. More and more appear. Soon
    The entire city descends into a state of emergency. The saturation point begins to wane.
    Ionesco's absurdist humor is featured in this year's iSA theatre project.
    The drama academy confronts the harsh realities of our present day. "Rhinocerositis" will...
    to the viral hype that leads us today into the echo chambers of fanatical ideologies and in
    encountered populist chants. But why does it feel so...?
    It sounds damn good to give up individual freedoms and become part of a grey,
    to be a stamping mass? Who can grasp the complexity of a world full of
    Contradictions still arise when radical factions so seductively promote security
    Promise moral superiority?
    When every nuance of color fades and only the crude grid of "us against them" remains
    What remains is the crucial question:


    WHO REMAINS HUMAN - AND WHO BECOMES A PICKLESKIN?


    Directed by: Véronique Elling
    Stage & Set Design: Sophie Elise Hummrich
    Ensemble: Chiara Ratz, Janne Wulf, Lysander Van Gowindra, Marjolaine Zuschneid,
    Paulina Nikolla, Sina Herbst, Svenja Perbandt, Tariqe Schaefer, Veronika Wiegers

    Die Nashörner
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    Die Prinzessin auf der Erbse

    The Louise-Schroeder-School cooperates with numerous cultural organizations and initiatives, galleries and freelance artists – and since 2025 also with the monsun.theater two street corners away.

    Theatre is a firmly established part of the curriculum from first grade onwards. In addition to school productions, many of our classes regularly participate in various theatre festivals. The theatre day "Louise Makes Theatre," held just before the summer holidays, is still relatively new, but already a real highlight of the school year – like a small theatre festival, but without any competition. On this day, all the children are the stars! They perform for other children, watch each other's performances, and experience the stage of a real theatre.

    One class (3c) now has the opportunity to attend another performance as part of the Hamburg Theatre Night.

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    Die Prinzessin auf der Erbse

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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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