Commemoration waltz performance for Strass's 200th anniversary on August 3 at Magdeburg Seebühne
Prepare for an evening of enchantment as the "Great Jubilee Gala" takes centre stage at Magdeburg's Seebühne in the Elbauenpark on August 3, 2025. This special event, named "200 Years of Johann Strauss - The Great Jubilee Gala", is a celebration of the life and work of the legendary composer, Johann Strauss, affectionately known as the 'Waltz King'.
The Gala Symphony Orchestra Prague, renowned for playing in the authentic instrumentation of Strauss and his orchestra, will lead the musical proceedings. The programme promises a delightful mix of Strauss's most popular pieces, including the "Emperor Waltz", the "Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka", the "Radetzky March", "Who Marries Us", "Come into the Gondola", "Brothers and Sisters", and "On the Beautiful Blue Danube".
The artistic ensemble, which has been touring Europe for over two decades, has already captivated over a million guests with their performances. The evening will also feature internationally acclaimed sopranos Ginger McFerrin and Leanan De Montiel, tenor Mario Papian, and the Johann Strauss Ballet, adding an extra layer of charm to the event.
The entertainment will not only be musical, as the event will be hosted with anecdotes from the royal-imperial time, comic interludes, and enchanting dances, promising an evening of pure entertainment.
This spectacular event is a tribute to Strauss's prolific career, having composed a total of 16 operettas, such as "Die Fledermaus" (1874), "Eine Nacht in Venedig" (1883), "Der Zigeunerbaron" (1885), and "Wiener Blut" (1899).
Tickets for this unmissable event can be purchased at www.magdeburgticket.de and at all known advance booking offices. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the music and magic of Johann Strauss, as we celebrate his 200th birthday in style.
Other forms of entertainment will complement the music during the event, including historic anecdotes, comic interludes, and enchanting dances. The evenings' program also features internationally acclaimed artists like Ginger McFerrin, Leanan De Montiel, and Mario Papian, performing Strauss's most popular pieces alongside the Gala Symphony Orchestra Prague.
