Weimar Fever Hits June and July
Day's news from Weimar: Thursday's Headlines Unveiled
Immerse yourself in the Cultural Mecca of Weimar with a dazzling array of events, from the shadowy depths of Faustian pacts to the whimsical world of Thomas Mann. Here's what's heating up the cultural scene in and around Weimar between June 6th and July 4th.
- Faust ascends Mon Ami's silver screen - Delve into the vast worth of dreams and the devilish dealings of Faust as Mon Ami Cinema unveils its film series, "Faust on it!", every Thursday until July 3rd. Expect a thrilling assortment of films ranging from Weimar Republic silents to modern Hollywood thrillers, followed by enlightening discussions with experts from various fields. The series kicks off at 6 pm on June 5th with "Faust - A German Folk Tale" featuring live piano accompaniment and a post-screening chat with Jürgen Müller, Art History Professor from TU Dresden.
- Memories of Mann - In commemoration of Thomas Mann's 150th birthday and the 70th anniversary of his demise, the Herzogin Anna Amalia Library will put together a multifaceted event program under the theme "Where I am, there is German culture." On June 6th at 6 pm, Peter Gülde, one of the leading music scholars, will recount his experiences of Mann's performance back in 1955 at the German National Theatre during a free panel discussion in the library's study center.
- Ovid Stories postponed till July - Due to a scheduling conflict, the "Ovid tells" storytelling series debut has been pushed back from June 6th to July 4th. Join Petra Venzke for a magical evening of storytelling every first Friday of the month at the study center of the Herzogin Anna Amalia Library, as she weaves tales from the Metamorphoses of Ovid. This month's focus is on the story of Persephone, who exists between light and the underworld.
- Silent Sound at Spring Days - The collectively creative ensemble, Connect, brings a fresh twist to contemporary music with their new concert format, "Silent Sound". On June 6th at 7:30 PM and 9:15 PM, the Mon Ami on Goetheplatz will host two simultaneous performances, with audiences experiencing both via wireless headphones and live performances in quick succession.
- Arno Funke goes "unartig" - Known for his infamous department store blackmailer persona "Dagobert", Arno Funke showcases his work as a graphic artist and caricaturist at the "unartig" gallery in Windischenstraße. The exhibition runs from June 6th to July 4th, inviting visitors to witness the evolution of his fame since his Eulenspiegel title page designs.
- Concert remembers Holocaust survivors - The String Company will pay homage to Holocaust survivors at the Weimar Jakobskirche on June 6th at 7:30 PM. Aribert Janus Spiegler, the photographer of the accompanying exhibition "I plant a lilac for you," will read excerpts from the moving book by Laura Hillman, a survivor of Schindler's list.
- Summer Choral Concert at Goethegymnasium - Join the Goethegymnasium choirs on June 6th at 6 PM for a choral concert featuring a blend of songs and musical pieces. The children's choir "Die Ameisenkinder" and the concert choir promise a vibrant and uplifting show, bringing together the youth and the spirit of Weimar.
- Excellence concert in Fürstenhaus - On June 6th at 6 PM, the Festsaal of the Fürstenhaus will echo with the talents of the German scholarship holders of the Hochschule für Musik "Franz Liszt" Weimar. Expect a captivating performance of works by Mozart, Schubert, Strauss, and Weill, among others, showcasing their skills in a variety of compositions and performances.
- Town Hall Tours - Discover the history and artworks of the beautiful Weimar Town Hall on June 6th, from 3 to 4:30 PM. The tour will take you through key rooms such as the grand hall, wedding chamber, and the Mayor's office, giving you a glimpse into the town's rich past and current cultural scene.
- Rainbow Kindergarten Anniversary -Join the 20th anniversary celebration of the evangelical kindergarten "Under the Rainbow" in Sachsenhausen on June 6th, starting at 3 PM. Join the devotion led by Pastor Charlotte Reinhold, followed by a children's program and refreshments.
- Rockin' Baumbach House - The Baumbach House in Kranichfeld invites you to a rock concert by the band "Cover me" on June 6th at 7 PM. Immerse yourself in classic rock tunes as they perform oldies from CCR to AC/DC, accompanied by the special exhibition "Naturelle - Colors of Nature" featuring watercolors by Bettina Albrecht.
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- Revamp your home-and-garden lifestyle with the "Naturelle - Colors of Nature" special exhibition at the Baumbach House in Kranichfeld, featuring watercolors by Bettina Albrecht, all while enjoying classic rock tunes performed by the band "Cover me".
- Escape to a whimsical world inspired by Thomas Mann as the Herzogin Anna Amalia Library presents "Petra Venzke's Ovid Stories", a magical storytelling series that focuses on the story of Persephone, who exists between light and the underworld, starting from July 4th.
