
The Michael Jackson Tribute Show
A spectacular tribute show celebrating Michael Jackson at Kulturweberei - Stadthalle Finsterwalde.

A spectacular tribute show celebrating Michael Jackson at Kulturweberei - Stadthalle Finsterwalde.

The Cosmic Carnival pays tribute to the iconic Fleetwood Mac with an incredible journey through the greatest hits and legacy of rock legends.

American rock band Zebrahead takes the stage in Berlin. An energetic show from the group known for dynamic performances and satirical lyrics.

Swedish metal band AVATAR performs at ROXY Ulm. A dynamic live show from the group known for intense stage performances.

The Leipzig Philharmonic presents a spectacular film music concert featuring compositions by Hans Zimmer, John Williams, and other masters of film scoring.

BONEZ MC and RAF CAMORA mark 10 years of "Palmen aus Plastik" with an anniversary concert at Westfalenhalle in Dortmund.

Live jazz concert by Avishai Cohen Trio at BASF - Feierabendhaus in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, featuring one of today's most celebrated jazz bassists.

Austrian comedian Lisa Eckhart presents her show "Ich war mal wer" in Cologne.

Guitarist Cory Wong presents his The Fretboard Odyssey project at Munich's TonHalle - Eventfabrik.

German comedian Torsten Sträter presents his stand-up programme "Die Zyklopen von Saint-Tropez" at Messe Freiburg.

German band Kasalla performs a live concert in Leverkusen. An energetic show full of music and fun.

British rock band Green Lung brings their Dance To The Grave Tour MMXXVI to Hamburg with a night of heavy, atmospheric rock.

Singer-songwriter Sarah Lesch performs her "Poesie & Widerstand" tour at Dresden's beatpol - an evening of poetic, politically engaged music.

Swedish progressive rock band SOEN brings their Reliance Tour 2026 to Berlin.

German hip-hop duo Afrob & Ferris MC perform as part of the Reimemonster Tour 2026.

The band LICHTERKINDER performs in Dresden on their "Millionen Sterne Tour 2026".

Finnish soul and blues vocalist Ina Forsman performs in Berlin as part of her After Dark Hour Tour Part II.

German artist Sebastian Hämer performs on 10 December 2026 at Hamburg's LOGO Hamburg venue.

Felix Räuber performs a festive concert at Peterskirche. Music exploring how Christmas sounds in 2026.

German writer and musician Sven Regener showcases his new production "Frankie und Freddie" in Hannover.

Austrian comedian Maxi Gstettenbauer presents his "Komplett Absurd" programme at Kulturfabrik Krefeld.

German comedian Ralph Ruthe performs his new comedy show "Shit Happens" live.

American metalcore band Dayseeker brings the "Creature In The Black Night Tour" to Hannover.

In Extremo presents the acoustic version of their music on the Tranquilo II tour. The German band blending metal with folk elements will perform in Hannover.

Elif embarks on the Live Tour 2026. The concert takes place on December 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM at Batschkapp club in Frankfurt.

The band HÖHNER invites you to a Christmas concert featuring traditional carols and festive cheer.

German band Eure Mütter performs at Capitol Mannheim.

Concert by Big Daddy Wilson in Bonn.

Senta Berger and Friedrich von Thun perform texts by Loriot on the quirks of married life at the Kölner Philharmonie.

Engelbert Humperdinck's classic fairy-tale opera "Hänsel und Gretel" at the Düsseldorf Opera House.

German artist Bodo Wartke presents his programme "Wunderpunkt" in Heilbronn.

Le Fly comes to Wiesbaden as part of their Club Tour 2026. The concert takes place on December 10 at 8:00 PM.

Stand-up comedy show by German comedian Bastian Bielendorfer. His "GameChanger" programme in Leverkusen.

World-class circus at Friedrichsplatz in Kassel: the 17th Festival der Artisten under the Flic Flac by René Casselly banner brings premiere acts, thrills and humour in a show for all ages.

German band Herrenmagazin performs "Aus gegebenem Anlass" at the GLORIA venue.

A festive concert by the ensemble Salut Salon in Lübeck. Classical and popular music in a unique arrangement.

Rapper Zuna performs at Turbinenhalle as part of the MELE7 3 Tour 2026.

Vlad in Tears brings the Undead Tour 2026 to Göttingen. The concert takes place on December 10 at 6 PM at the EXIL club.

The ensemble Tenebrae presents a Christmas programme at Kurhaus Wiesbaden. A special evening of classical music for the holiday season.

Lords of the Sound performs a spectacular symphonic concert featuring music from the Harry Potter film series at the Messegelände in Frankfurt (Oder).

German a cappella group Maybebop performs their "Schöner Schein 2026" programme in Göttingen.

Klazz Brothers present a fusion of European classical music and Cuban percussion in a unique blend of styles.

German comedian Bülent Ceylan performs "Diktatürk" at Stadthalle Bielefeld. An evening of sharp humour and social satire.

German stand-up comedian Kaya Yanar performs his comedy show at Stadthalle Offenbach.

Swiss & Die Andern bring their "Punk lebt Tour 2026" to Munich. Raw punk rock energy at the iconic Backstage club.

British vocal ensemble VOCES8 presents a festive programme at the Berlin Philharmonie.

Kwam.E performs live at Live Music Hall. The concert takes place on December 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

German comedian Mario Barth presents his stand-up show about relationships between men and women.

A concert by the band Oimara at KONGRESS am PARK in Augsburg.

The legendary Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra brings world-class jazz performance to the Konzerthaus Dortmund stage.

A festive Christmas gala by The Real Comedian Harmonists featuring the programme "Die Weihnachtsshow - Hell ist die Nacht".

Swedish progressive metal band Evergrey brings their "Architects Of A New Weave" European tour to Dortmund's JunkYard.

The New Roses bring their Down & Dirty Tour 2026 to Bochum. Rock concert at Zeche Bochum.

German comedian Sascha Grammel presents his programme "Wünsch dir was" at Messe Chemnitz.

A festive pre-Christmas evening with German comedian Bernd Stelter. A humorous show perfect for getting into the holiday spirit.

A festive Christmas concert by German artist Dirk Michaelis in a holiday atmosphere.

Operatic performance of "Die tote Stadt" at the renowned Semperoper in Dresden.

Solo concert tour by German artist STOPPOK in 2026.

Stand-up comedy by Marco Gianni. A humorous performance full of absurdity and spontaneity.

Gerd Dudenhöffer reprises his iconic role as Heinz Becker in a tragicomic cabaret programme about grief, loss, and a daily life that falls apart overnight.

Philippa Kinsky brings "The Somebody Who Loves Tour 2026" to Hamburg. An evening of music and emotion.

Ice hockey game DEL: Nurnberg Ice Tigers – ERC Ingolstadt.

A magical concert experience where MOONBLOOM blends music with illusionistic artistry at Hamburg's Fabrik venue.

German band Rauhbein performs in Hamburg as part of the "Rebellen & Helden Tour 2026".

Sara Karas presents her programme "No Wonder A Woman" at the Zeche Carl venue.

German artist Björn Heuser presents his programme "Janz besinnlich" in an atmosphere of reflection and contemplation.

XWAVE brings their UP IN SMOKE TOUR 2026 to Stuttgart, featuring the band's live performance.

German band TOCHTER brings their "Nichts geht Verloren" tour to Hamburg. Live concert at Hebebühne.

Concert by MURDA in Berlin.

A Christmas tribute show featuring Nils Strassburg as Elvis Presley, bringing the King's greatest hits to life in a festive setting at Düsseldorf's Mitsubishi Electric HALLE.

Concert by German artist Günter Grünwald with the band Rad Gumbo in Ingolstadt.

Concert by artist Jan van Weyde. The performance takes place on December 10, 2026 at 8 p.m.

Mammoth performs at Hirsch club in Nuremberg.

A festive concert by the Dresdner Philharmonie featuring the classic Christmas tale.

Concert by artist Ivo der Bandit in Erfurt. Part of the Verbrecherfunk Tour 2026.

The band HÄNSEL performs on their "Bevor-er-Fame-war-Tour" at the Lux venue.

Mona Ameziane and Christine Westermann meet at Berlin's Urania for a live talk about the moments we realize everything will be alright.

Concert STORIES in Frankfurt. The event takes place on December 9, 2026 at 19:30.

A festive Christmas concert in the beautiful setting of Erfurt's historic opera house.

wylhem brings the Tankstellenpoesie 1 Tour 2026 to Munich's Backstage Club for a live music evening.

An evening celebrating the music and artistry of Adele at Stadthalle Rheda-Wiedenbrück.

Finnish duo Maustetytöt perform in Köln on their Itken jos mua huvittaa Tour 2026 European run.

A festive Christmas revue featuring music and dance at Schlosspark Theater.

Norwegian singer-songwriter Rebekka Bakken brings her solo Christmas programme to Mainz - original songs and covers accompanied only by piano, blending Nordic folk sensibility with Modern European Jazz.

The iconic Holiday on Ice brings a brand-new production for the 2026/2027 season - a spectacular ice show featuring stunning choreography, costumes, and performance.

Stand-up comedy show by Olli, blending sharp humor with a warm approach to the audience.

Crown Ballet brings the magical story of "The Nutcracker" to the stage - a classical ballet filled with music, dance, and festive charm.

Guildo Horn's festive Christmas show with holiday classics.

The classic ballet "The Nutcracker" performed by the Bonn Opera House ensemble.

A concert by Wenzel & Band in Berlin.

Concert by the NDR Radiophilharmonie orchestra in Hannover.

A Nordic Christmas concert with Helene Blum and Harald Haugaard at Gewandhaus zu Leipzig.

Pianist Justus Eichhorn performs at the renowned Elbphilharmonie Hamburg.

A festive concert featuring the best classic Christmas songs performed by pop artists.

A concert performance by artist Nicole Jäger at the Mönchengladbach theatre.

Pianist Christian Schottstädt presents his Keyscene Tour 26 at Capitol Halle.

A grand children's musical gala packed with music, dance, and adventure - perfect family entertainment at the Stadthalle Mülheim an der Ruhr.

Live concert with Indecent Behavior and Friends Don't Lie at Bandhaus club in Leipzig.

GlasBlasSing performs their quirky Christmas show featuring music played on bottles, blending festive melodies with comedy at Helgas Stadtpalast in Rostock.

Concert by artist Haaland936 as part of the SAN TOUR in Essen.

Solenne Ballet Classique performs Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake" at Sartory-Saal in Cologne, as part of their 2026 European tour.

An interactive dinner theatre with a horror-comedy twist: guided by Renfield, you visit Dracula's castle, travel to London and fear for beautiful Mina - all while a 4-course dinner is served between scenes.

German artist Bernhard Brink performs a festive Christmas concert in Berlin.

Fliegende Haie perform at Berlin's Kulturhaus Insel. Music, energy, and a unique atmosphere await.

Wildes Holz have been playing recorders, guitar and double bass for over 25 years - their new "Block Party" programme brings four centuries of music together with self-deprecating humour and raw acoustic energy.

A festive classical music gala featuring the Czech Chamber Philharmonic from Prague. An elegant evening of classical masterpieces in the beautiful Laeiszhalle concert hall.

Comedy show by Benni Stark at the Savoy Theater in Düsseldorf.

A festive theatrical performance at Hansa-Theater Hörde. The show takes place on December 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM.

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate a crime during a Swabian three-course dinner - a detective evening where guests themselves help solve the mystery.

A concert featuring artist Oskar Haag. The event takes place on 10 December 2026 at 19:30.

Parenting experts Dr. Jan-Uwe Rogge and Matthias Jung, known as "Die Pubertäts-Docs", bring their mix of science, humour and practical guidance to Hamburg for an evening dedicated to the challenges of raising teenagers.

A folk Christmas revue with Stefan Mross, featuring traditional Alpine melodies and a warm festive atmosphere in Sinsheim.

An interactive murder mystery dinner in Chemnitz — put on your detective hat and solve a crime woven into a class reunion scenario.

All-female a cappella group MEDLZ presents a Christmas concert filled with modern arrangements and emotional depth in a church in Erfurt.

An evening with Ferdinand Linzenich in Bergisch-Gladbach.

Concert by Die Nowak with guest performers the People from the Smoking Break in Munich.

Concert at the Rote Sonne club in Munich.

Pe Werner blends Christmas songs, chanson and dry wit in a full-evening show about German holiday rituals, backed by piano, mandolin and guitar.

An evening of stand-up comedy with Lukas Wandke in Düsseldorf. Comedy in German.

An evening with Wolfgang M. Schmitt and Ole Nymoen in Berlin.

"Rasen" at Berlin's Theater Strahl. A dramatic performance exploring play, moments, and raw emotion.

An interactive dinner-krimi at the Dattler restaurant: during the company party, a murder occurs. Solve the mystery while enjoying a four-course menu and aperitif.

A murder mystery dinner at Hotel Schloss Waldeck: set in the 1958 Louvre, guests solve a case of forgery and murder over a multi-course meal.

A theatrical performance with two renowned German actors at Theater Lübeck.

A cabaret year-end review of 2026 from the renowned Berlin-based Kabarett-Theater Distel ensemble.

A theatrical production by Theater Krefeld and Mönchengladbach at Kaiser-Friedrich-Halle.

Charismatic Munich pastor Rainer Maria Schießler brings his "Heilige Nacht" show to Stadttheater Fürth - a festive pre-Christmas evening on stage.

Crown Ballet® presents Tchaikovsky's classical masterpiece about Marie's magical night. The production combines exquisite choreography with live orchestra music - an ideal Christmas tradition for the whole family.

Frank Goosen presents his programme "Krippenblues" at Stratmanns Theater in Essen.

An evening of cabaret and comedy featuring five performers: Jens Heinrich Claassen, Christian Schulte-Loh, Larissa Magnus, Vanessa Maurischat, and Matthias Reuter.

Herbert Knebels Affentheater returns with "Voll Karacho!" - a high-energy spectacle combining sharp humour, infectious rhythms, and world-class musicianship from three seasoned comedians and their backing band.

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate at a gala dinner in Schloss Staufenberg: Who poisoned the Baron? An entertaining mystery dinner with a three-course menu and Swabian charm.

A tribute concert performing Pink Floyd's "The Wall" in full, featuring musicians who have played with Pink Floyd or Roger Waters, complete with a light and laser show.

Pink Floyd's best-selling album The Dark Side of the Moon performed live by the original touring members, complete with a full light and laser show.

"Last Christmas Miracle" is a live musical set in pre-Christmas New York, weaving a bittersweet love story through the world's biggest Christmas hits - the only production of its kind, with all songs performed live.

Concert by Hinterlandgang in Cottbus. Doors open at 20:00.

Irish Christmas music performed by Seldom Sober Company and friends of the band. A festive concert filled with traditional songs and a joyful atmosphere.

A song recital with baritone Michał Prószyński and pianist Yannick Spanier at Leibnizsaal.

A benefit concert by Frankfurter Sinfoniker at Marktkirche supporting "ihnen leuchtet ein Licht", an initiative helping families in need. Christmas music, emotion and community.

Yves Macak, a childcare educator with 25 years of experience, brings stand-up, slapstick and live music together in a comedy show about life with kids.

Concert by artist Laura Brümmer. The event takes place on 10 December 2026 at 20:00.

Maddin Schneider performs his programme "Schöne Sonndaach" at the FRANZ venue.

Concert by artist Luisa Charlotte Schulz at the LOCH club. Modern and experimental music.

Author reading by Thorsten Nagelschmidt at artheater Köln - the writer reads from his book "Nur für Mitglieder".

An Irish Christmas concert with Bob Bales and friends at a Berlin church.

The Children's Ballet Company Berlin presents a ballet performance for the whole family.

Russian theatre The Chaika presents "We'll Manage Somehow" in Frankfurt.

A festive staging of The Nutcracker at Classic Remise in Düsseldorf, bringing the beloved Christmas classic to the stage on a winter evening.

Kathi Wolf - psychologist, actress and cabaret artist - blends sharp political commentary with comedy, tackling injustice without leaving the audience in despair.

Jucki Ha performs a comedy show about 90s nostalgia and the everyday struggles of modern dadhood.

Comedy dinner show featuring Buchenau performing in Bielefeld.

Writer and columnist Axel Hacke reads highlights from his work and talks about his craft. An evening of wit, reflection, and some of the best German-language journalism and prose of recent decades.

A children's play by Stephan Hippe about the character Charles and his perspective on the world.

A theatrical reading of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" with Samuel Finzi and Herbert Knaup - a stage fairy tale with live music in the style of old black-and-white films.

An evening of cabaret with Lars Ruth, taking audiences on an extraordinary journey filled with humor and reflection.

Osan Yaran brings his fourth solo stand-up show to Celle - a sharp, self-deprecating take on ageing, fatherhood and the daily absurdity of adult life.

Korngold's opera "Tote Stadt" performed at the Badisches Staatstheater in Karlsruhe.

An interactive murder-mystery dinner in Bonn combining a live theatrical performance with a sit-down meal — perfect for fans of whodunits and good food.

A culinary experience with puzzles: Das Escape Dinner combines an exquisite three-course menu with thrilling escape-room challenges at the castle restaurant Zentgraf.

An interactive evening with a crime atmosphere and dinner set in a murderous auction. Solve the mystery during a dramatic experience at Schlosshotel Hugenpoet.

Stand-up comedy show by Frederic Hormuth in Mannheim. An evening of humor and entertainment.

Rhineland comedian Ingrid Kühne brings her new show "Von Liebe allein wird auch keiner satt" to Menden - sharp, cheeky comedy that promises a fun evening.

German satirist Rolf Miller presents "Ich sag nix" - a show of sharp black humour and unfiltered social commentary that challenges every boundary.

An interactive murder mystery dinner at Die Kirche restaurant in Magdeburg: a three-course meal paired with a comedy crime show where Chief Inspector Schröder solves a baffling murder - with help from the audience.

Interactive crime play "Deadly Past" paired with an exquisite three-course menu at Tübingen's Japengo Steakhouse - guests participate in solving a mysterious murder.

A festive improvisation performance in an atmospheric Leipzig venue.

An immersive crime dinner in Leverkusen where guests become detectives and help the character Sherly crack a mysterious case over a full dinner.

A festive Christmas performance for children featuring the beloved character Dragon Coconut. Perfect for the whole family.

A murder mystery dinner in Hamburg where guests dine and play detective as a darkly comic crime story unfolds around them.

A hilarious live dating show where friends play matchmaker for each other on stage — an evening of laughs and unexpected moments at B-Side Münster.

An interactive mystery dinner event at Gastronomie Zur Historischen Mühle in Potsdam.

An interactive crime dinner where guests unravel a murder mystery throughout an evening full of dramatic twists.

A Christmas sing-along concert inviting the audience to join in festive singing at Johanniskirche in Hagen.

Theatre Liberi presents a contemporary musical based on Andersen's fairy tale about friendship, courage, and the search for belonging. A spectacular production filled with music, choreography, and stunning visual effects for the whole family.

A Christmas musical for the whole family in Rosenheim - Santa Claus has lost his enthusiasm, and the elves must save the holiday. New songs and classic carols in a lively modern staging.

The award-winning family musical YAKARI - Friends for Life returns for a 2026 Germany tour. Colourful sets, energetic dancing and heartfelt songs make it a great outing for all ages.

Jürgen Kirner and Tobi Probst bring a brand-new Advent cabaret show to Straubing, mixing satire, wordplay and live music on harp, accordion and zither.

An evening of live music at Living Hotel Frankfurt. A spontaneous jam session with live musicians.

RememberBand from Mönchengladbach performs modern Christmas hits at the Ev. Christuskirche, spanning full arrangements, unplugged sets, and a cappella, with impressive lighting and sound design.

An evening of cabaret with Liese-Lotte Lübke, an artist who tackles necessary life changes through her own texts, songs, and unflinching humour.

Austrian actor and cabaret artist Michael Großschädl brings a musical satire on Christmas full of humour and absurdity. An evening packed with Christmas carol parodies, witty jokes, and theatrical madness.

A true crime live show with criminal lawyer Alexander Stevens and Jacqueline Belle, exploring real cases where toxic relationships ended in crime.

An evening celebrating the cult collection "Notes of Berlin" - anonymous street notes from Berlin brimming with humour and absurdity.

Stand-up comedy night at Echtzeit - Grill & Thrill. Winter special on Thursday evening.

An evening of curiosities and festive magic centered on the fir tree, hosted at Villa RADA in Berlin.

An interactive murder mystery dinner where guests solve a murder case amid dramatic plot twists and suspenseful revelations.

A themed guided tour of Hamburg's St. Pauli district, covering the leather subculture and BDSM scene in one of Europe's most famous nightlife neighbourhoods.

An interactive detective dinner where guests unravel a murder mystery in an atmosphere of drama and entertainment.

An interactive murder mystery dinner with a puzzle to solve. Perfect for fans of detective games and unforgettable evenings.

Stefan Schwarz reads from his book about receiving a cancer diagnosis as a lifelong hypochondriac - told with dry wit and honest self-reflection.

A criminal dinner with multi-course menu where you solve a murder mystery during a gala banquet at an exclusive wellness hotel.

Interactive murder mystery dinner with a multi-course menu and actors, where guests actively play suspects and help solve a murder.

Flic Flac celebrates the 15th edition of its X-MAS-Show in Dortmund - a spectacle of international circus artistry, flying motorcycles, and comedy, driven by a live orchestra.

A crime-solving dinner evening at a Berlin hotel - unravel the mystery while enjoying a shared meal.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

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A new exhibition dedicated to the work of Joseph Beuys at Berlin's Hamburger Bahnhof. A comprehensive overview of the artist's pieces in the Kleihueshalle.

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BLINDED by DELIGHT at the Friedrichstadt-Palast is a lavish theatrical show that weaves high-fashion visuals into a story about Lucy, a woman caught between euphoria and doubt about the nature of her own reality.

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A 10-concert package in category 2 at Heinrich-Lades-Halle in Erlangen.

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Ticket package for 10 concerts in category 3 at Heinrich-Lades-Halle in Erlangen.

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Package of 10 concert tickets in category 4 in Erlangen.

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Children's subscription for the 2026/2027 season offering access to the cultural programme in Traunreut.

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Samt & Sonders is an irregular series of programmes full of wit and spirit - ranging from quirky to poetic - for audiences seeking art beyond the mainstream.

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Diverse concert programme at Mauerwerk - pick your favourite music genre from a rich repertoire of events in 2025.

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A season subscription at Bürgerhaus Neuer Markt in Bühl covering four evenings: a season opener, a Christmas concert, a slapstick show with Graf v. Bothmer, and Blakk Duo Birds in Concert.

(202 days)
A cultural programme for teenagers aged 12-16, combining visits to concerts, theatre performances and exhibitions with opportunities to exchange experiences and meet artists.

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A selection of comedy and cabaret shows at Mauerwerk in Herrenberg - browse the 2025 spoken-word programme and choose what suits you.

(190 days)
A five-concert classical subscription series in Gunzenhausen for 2026/2027, featuring international performers from wind quintet to chamber orchestra - considerably cheaper than buying individual tickets.

(138 days)
KUBIZ in Unterhaching presents a family programme of fairy-tale musicals, dance theatre and a musical Christmas story. A "3+1" ticket package offers 10% off when you book three or more shows.

(253 days)
A theatre subscription covering six performances of your choice during the 2026/2027 season.

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Theatre season 2026/2027 at Stadthalle Kleve.

(155 days)
A theatre subscription package featuring four productions at Theater an der Ilmenau in Uelzen during the 2026/2027 season.

(161 days)
Five-part theater subscription featuring plays from November 2026 through April 2027 at Theater Am Spalterhals.

(231 days)
Theatre subscription for the 2026/2027 season in Nordhorn featuring performances at the Concert and Theatre Hall.

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Climb to the top of the Frauenkirche's dome and step onto the observation platform 67 metres up, with views stretching across Dresden and - on clear days - all the way to the Ore Mountains or Meissen.

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A varied arts programme at Mauerwerk in Herrenberg, spanning comedy, musical cabaret and concerts, all with a distinct artistic edge.

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Annual cultural subscription for the 2026/2027 season.

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A flexible cultural subscription from the city of St. Ingbert that lets you choose three events from theatre, comedy and concert offerings at 50 € (reduced 47 €).

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An annual theatre subscription in Marburg offering access to all regular performances at half price.

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The WahlABO subscription lets you pick 3 from 8 shows at a 15% discount - it expires automatically at the end of the season, no cancellation needed.