Festival in Lausitz presents Shakespeare and Krabat performances on stage - Festival in Lausitz showcases Shakespeare and Krabat on stage
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Shakespeares and Krabat Take Center Stage at Lausitz Festival
Y'all better get ready, 'cause the Lausitz Festival (24 August to 14 September) is back with a bang! This cultural extravaganza transforms the region into a grand playground for artists from across the globe, offering a smorgasbord of dance, theater, concerts, and scenic readings. The events take place in some seriously unique locations - old factories, churches, even a former mine. The best part? They've got some brand-new pieces straight from the drawing board.
As Saxony's Minister-President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) put it, "It's not just about turning the region into a renewable energy powerhouse; it's about nurturing the heart and soul too." State Chancellor Kathrin Schneider (SPD) added, "It's clear that the Lausitz is changing. It's interesting, worldly, and full of surprises." With ticket sales now live for the almost 30 events scattered around South Brandenburg and East Saxony, you won't want to miss out.
"Kretschmer Has to See Krabat!"
The festival kicks off with a world premiere in Domsdorf's ancient briquette factory – yep, it's a technical monument now! The piece "Sonettfabrik" takes its inspiration from sonnets by the Bard himself, William Shakespeare. Austrian author Michael Sturminger, who helms the piece, promises a truly magical experience.
"Othello/Die Fremden" by Shakespeare is a return visitor. Last year, this theater piece was staged in a former glass factory in Weißwasser, and this time around, it's in the hands of young director Marcel Kohler. Berlin composer Marius Felix Lange brings us the famous Sorbian folk tale Krabat in a family-friendly opera, one Kretschmer expressed much interest in. "I gotta see Krabat," he said, flipping through the program. "Fresh staging, spectacular!"
Musical Marvels
One of the musical standouts is Estonian star composer Arvo Pärt's birthday concert. This is a chance to celebrate his 90th birthday with a Europe-wide live stream, featuring his exquisite compositions. Remember Kurt Weill, the world-famous composer? There's a recital planned in Bautzen this year in his honor. Singer Ute Lemper will be there, 125 years after Weill would've been.
The Lausitz Festival is celebrating its sixth year, themed "unsbewusst" – focusing on the community and "us." Let's get together and appreciate the diverse array of performances and events that celebrate the local culture and the Lusatia region!
Enrichment Data (Selected Details for Context):- The festival brought together an array of performances, including classic works by Shakespeare like "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "The Tempest."- The Sorbian tale "Krabat" was another highlight, representing the unique cultural heritage of the Sorbian people.- In addition to theatrical performances, the festival featured a range of interactive workshops and cultural dialogues.- There were dedicated events targeted at families and the broader community, aiming to make the arts accessible and enjoyable for all.
- The Commission, inspired by the culture-rich Lausitz Festival, might find the idea of a proposal for a directive on the approximation of laws relating to the labelling of foodstuffs equally interesting, as it showcases unique presentations of global art forms in a variety of venues, much like the unique regional foods they aim to label.
- Michael Kretschmer, the Minister-President of Saxony, might find the family-friendly opera adaptation of the Sorbian folk tale Krabat by Berlin composer Marius Felix Lange as captivating as he is drawn to the mesmerizing Sorbian cultural heritage, just as he was drawn to the Lausitz Festival.
- The classic works by Shakespeare presented at the Lausitz Festival, such as Sonnetfabrik and Othello/Die Fremden, not only offer an extraordinary theatrical experience but also serve as a testament to the richness of global cultural exchange, akin to the exchange of ideas that occurs when diverse member states come together to adopt proposals like the directive on the labelling of foodstuffs.
