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.

    Kammerkonzert der Symphoniker Hamburg
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    Symphoniker Hamburg / Lunch Concert

    Classical music is seldom experienced in such a relaxed, informal way. The Symphoniker Hamburg’s lunch concerts make it possible: On a flying visit to Hamburg? A little time in your lunch break? Looking for an idea for a joint outing? Every one or two months, on a Tuesday lunchtime, you can just drop in at the Brahms Foyer of the Laeiszhalle. You don’t even need a ticket for the chamber music treats. Admission is free, but seating is limited. There is only a donation box at the exit – for those who enjoyed it.

    The programmes are varied, with new insights into music history to be gained at each concert. Word has spread about the attractiveness of the half-hour concerts: Coming early ensures seats. The lunch concerts always begin at 12:30, but the doors at the main portal of the Laeiszhalle are already open from 11:30. Then the friendly staff of the Laeiszhalle catering will also be ready to sell light food and drinks.

    PERFORMERS

    Yiju Seo violin

    Rafael Menges violoncello

    Rafael da Cunha double bass

    PROGRAM

    Anton Albrechtsberger
    Divertimento in F-Dur

    Josef Myslivecek
    Trio G-Dur

    Michael Haydn
    Divertimento C-Dur

    Symphoniker Hamburg / Lunch Concert
    Tabaluga
    © Theater 47

    Tabaluga oder die Reise zur Vernunft - Theater 47

    A lovingly arranged musical adventure in 11 scenes, suitable for ages 4 and up.
    based on an idea by Peter Maffay, Gregor Rottschalk and Rolf Zuckowski
    Directed by Uwe Ehlebracht - (Musik-Edition Discoton GmbH, Berlin)

    Tabaluga, the little dragon, is sent on a journey by his father Tyrion to find reason. All the children are, of course, supposed to help.

    They will encounter many strange companions such as the ant queen, the frog Abraxos, the giant Grykolos, the tree of life, the sea turtle Nessaja and many others who will show them what is truly important in life.

    The well-known songs, such as "Ich möchte nie erwachsen sein" (I never want to grow up), which were conceived, designed and written by Peter Maffay, Rolf Zuckowski and Gregor von Radowitz, can be sung along to loudly.

    "Theater 47" looks forward to welcoming all children, both big and small, and their companions.

    Tabaluga oder die Reise zur Vernunft - Theater 47
    Tanz für mich
    © Bildrechte über Hamburgische Staatsoper

    Tanz für mich

    Not only professional dancers have a place in our ballet studios! Especially for dance enthusiasts older than 55 years.

    Tanz für mich
    Der Nussknacker
    © Kiran West

    The Nutcracker

    It has become a tradition for ballet companies all over the world to perform Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" at Christmas time. John Neumeier's version of The Nutcracker, however, avoids direct reference to Christmas. In his ballet, the central character Marie celebrates her twelfth birthday and is drawn by the mysterious ballet master Drosselmeier into the fascinating world of dance. It is, in fact, a ballet about ballet itself. //// The performance of 29 December 2025 will be streamed online and live on arte.tv.

    The Nutcracker
    tischlein
    © gemeinfrei Pixabay

    Tischlein deck dich - Kellertheater

    Clara, Anton, and Bente, the children of a stubborn master tailor, set out into the world to learn a trade. At the end of their apprenticeship, they each receive a special gift from their eccentric masters, but this gift lands the three in some exciting turmoil. Always with them is Lotti, a clever, rapping, and ever-hungry goat.

    Tischlein deck dich - Kellertheater

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