Theater, Operette, Kabarett, Lesungen, Märchen und mehr
The world of entertainment is buzzing with a variety of events happening in different locations. From operettas to readings and fairy tales, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s take a closer look at some of the highlights.
Starting on Thursday, August 22nd, Christine and Camillo dell’Antonio, together with the Wiener Kabinett Orchester (Julia Kainz, Judith Waldschütz, and Silvester Janiba), will be performing Johann Strauss‘ "Die Fledermaus" on the stage of the Gasthaus Gratzer theater in Deutsch-Brodersdorf. This two-person operetta promises to be a delightful experience. For more information and tickets, you can visit www.diedellantonios.com and www.wienerkabinettorchester.at.
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of its premiere, "Die Fledermaus" will also be performed on Sunday, August 25th, at the Theater Westliches Weinviertel (TWW) in Guntersdorf. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the magic of this timeless operetta. Tickets and further information can be found at the TWW box office, by calling 02951/2909, or by emailing office@tww.at.
On the same Thursday, August 22nd, there will be a special reading at the Theater im Hof in Guntersdorf. Accompanied by Wolfgang Förster on the piano, Alfred Pfeifer will share stories and anecdotes from his new book "Mehr als ein Frisör – Teil 2," which delves into the history of the region. This promises to be a captivating evening of literature and nostalgia. For more information and tickets, please contact the TWW at 02951/2909 or visit www.tww.at.
For those looking for a good laugh, the Burgarena Reinsberg is hosting Klaus Eckel and his current program "Wer langsam spricht, dem glaubt man nicht" on Thursday, August 22nd. This comedian is known for his wit and sharp observations, making for an entertaining evening. To secure your tickets, you can call 07487/21388 or email office@reinsberg.at. More information can also be found at https://kulturdorf.reinsberg.at.
Another cultural highlight is the "Kultursommer Semmering," which continues its program on Thursday, August 22nd, with a performance of Bertolt Brecht’s "Hauspostille" by Lars Eidinger. This poetic collection will be accompanied by musician Hans-Jörn Brandenburg and promises to be a thought-provoking experience. The performance will take place at the Kulturpavillon starting at 6 pm. On Friday, August 23rd, Klaus Maria Brandauer will present his personal selection of texts exploring the characters of Faust and Prometheus. This is a unique opportunity to dive into the world of literature. Additionally, on Saturday, August 24th, Sandra Cervic and Herbert Föttinger will enchant the audience with A.R. Gurney’s play "Love Letters" at the Panhans. Lastly, on Sunday, August 25th, Heinz Marecek will take the audience on a journey through the history of Viennese cabaret in his performance "Mein Kollege der Affe" at the Kulturpavillon. For more information and tickets, you can call 02664/20025 or email tickets@kultursommer-semmering.at. Additional details can be found at www.kultursommer-semmering.at.
"If Life Dances Tango" is the title of an evening hosted by "ARTSchmidatal" at the Brandlhof in Radlbrunn on Thursday, August 22nd. Josefa Mayer Proidl will give a captivating reading of short stories, and admission is free. Moreover, from Saturday, August 24th, at 6 pm until Sunday, August 25th, at 10 am, Volkskultur Niederösterreich invites you to the "Long Night of Fairy Tales" at the same location. This enchanting event includes storytelling by Dena Seidl, a scavenger hunt, a fairy tale walk through the Radlbrunn wine cellar alley, and the option to spend the night in a tent. For more information about the reading, please call 02732/85015 or email office@volkskulturnoe.at. For details and registrations for the "Long Night of Fairy Tales," please call 0676/4391652 or email doris.buchmann@volkskulturnoe.at.
On Saturday, August 24th, as part of the Mistelbach City Festival, "MiMiS Sonntag" presents the puppet theater play "Der Piratenschatz" by Raphael Kovariks Kasperlkiste. This entertaining show will take place at the Hauptplatz in Mistelbach starting at 3 pm, and admission is free. For more information and reservations, please call 02572/2515-4300, email kultur@mistelbach.at, or visit www.puppentheatertage.at.
Last but not least, the Kamishibai storytelling stage will feature "Der kleine Drache Kokosnuss: Die Mutprobe" by Ingo Siegner as part of the 36th Mistelbach Summer Fun Program on Tuesday, August 27th, at 4 pm, at the Stadtbibliothek Mistelbach. This event is perfect for children aged three and older, and admission is free. For more information and registrations, please call 02572/2515-6310, email buch@mistelbach.at, or visit www.vielseitiger.at.
The variety of shows, performances, and readings happening in different locations provides something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of theater, operetta, cabaret, or fairy tales, there’s an event that will capture your imagination. Don’t miss out on these exciting cultural experiences!
Additional Information:
- Dates: August 22nd – 27th
- Locations: Deutsch-Brodersdorf, Guntersdorf, Reinsberg, Semmering, Radlbrunn, Mistelbach
- Ticket information and contact details provided for each event
Historical Parallels:
Im Jahr 1874 wurde Johann Strauss‘ Operette „Die Fledermaus“ uraufgeführt. Seitdem hat das Stück eine lange Tradition und wird weltweit aufgeführt. Die Geschichte und Musik von „Die Fledermaus“ haben die Zuschauer seit über einem Jahrhundert unterhalten und fasziniert. Ähnliche Operetten aus der Zeit von Johann Strauss, wie zum Beispiel „Der Zigeunerbaron“ oder „Eine Nacht in Venedig“, sind ebenfalls sehr beliebt.
Background Information:
Operetten haben eine lange Tradition in der europäischen Musikgeschichte. Sie entstanden in der zweiten Hälfte des 19. Jahrhunderts als eine leichtere und humorvollere Form der klassischen Oper. Johann Strauss war einer der bekanntesten Komponisten von Operetten und hat mit Werken wie „Die Fledermaus“ den Grundstein für das Genre gelegt. Operetten sind in der Regel von einer fröhlichen Atmosphäre geprägt und erzählen humorvolle Geschichten mit eingängiger Musik.
Statistics and Data:
Es liegen keine aktuellen Statistiken oder Daten zu den Aufführungen von „Die Fledermaus“ vor. Operetten sind jedoch weiterhin beliebt und werden in vielen Ländern regelmäßig aufgeführt. Die Musik von Johann Strauss und anderen Komponisten des Genres ist zeitlos und findet bei einem breiten Publikum Anklang. Die Nachfrage nach Operettenaufführungen hängt jedoch von verschiedenen Faktoren wie regionalen Kulturtraditionen und dem Interesse des Publikums ab.
Quellen:
– „Die Fledermaus“ – Wiener Staatsoper (https://www.wiener-staatsoper.at/spielplan-a-z/die-fledermaus/)
– Johann Strauss – Encyclopaedia Britannica (https://www.britannica.com/biography/Johann-Strauss-the-Younger)
