Friedberg, Germany
The Wittelsbacher Schloss in Friedberg (Bavaria) is a medieval castle whose origins go back to the 13th century, when it was founded by the Wittelsbach dynasty. Today it houses the municipal museum, with collections covering local history, archaeology and folk art. The inner courtyard regularly serves as a stage for open-air concerts and cultural events.
Award-winning Bavarian cabaret artist Franziska Wanninger brings her new show to Friedberg - a sharp, self-deprecating comedy about family, love, ageing and the quiet triumph of being over 40 and still standing.
Bärbel Weinzierl performs as "La Nonna Accelerata", a grandmother who rides her Vespa solo across 5,000 km to Sicily. A witty cabaret show with songs, music and travel stories.
Susi Raith and Die Spießer present their second programme "Wilde Zeiten" - amusing stories and authentic Upper Palatinate sound in the form of multi-part songs on guitar and ukulele.
Miroslav Nemec, famous for his role as investigator Batic in the crime series Tatort, tells the story of his life between Croatia and Germany, accompanied by music and passages from his autobiography.
Lars Redlich brings his new music-comedy show to Friedberg - a high-energy mix of parody, wordplay and live improvisation, crowned by the audience-driven "Lebendige Jukebox".
A concert evening blending real crimes with history and music: Roman Knizka recounts four authentic murders of the 20th and 21st centuries while the wind quintet OPUS 45 provides the musical backdrop.
The Augsburg children's rock band Andi & Die Affenbande brings music, theatre, and fun to kids. This concert at Wittelsbacher Castle is an energetic Halloween party where children sing, dance, and play along with the band.
Comedy duo Silvano Tuiach ("Der Geisterfahrer") and Roland Krabbe ("Herr Braun") bring their final cabaret show to Friedberg - sharp satire, mime and laughs about everyday life, technology and getting older.