Immense Growth, Thrilling Experiences, and Celestial Performances: A Three-Week Cultural Extravaganza at Kampnagel
Hamburg's 2025 International Summer Festival: A Cultural Feast for Three Weeks
Gear up for an unforgettable cultural extravaganza as Hamburg, Germany, prepares to host the 2025 International Summer Festival from the 6th of August to the 24th. This three-week celebration promises a diverse lineup of theater, dance, music, and theory events across various city venues [2][4].
Highlights of the festival include the world premiere of "Longing To Tell," a blues opera that transforms statements by black women about sex and intimacy into a musical performance, scheduled for August 14-16. Another not-to-be-missed event is "Dream Requiem," a monumental musical response to the pandemic, narrated by French star Isabelle Huppert and performed at the iconic Elbphilharmonie on August 22 and 23 [5].
Apart from the Summer Festival, Hamburg offers a rich cultural tapestry. From July 19, the JazzHall SummerFestival entertains with a mix of young talents and established acts, such as Kiko Freitas, FiNDiNG CLEO, and the AMELIA Quartet. This jazz event offers free open-air concerts during the day and ticketed indoor concerts in the evening [1].
For those interested in burlesque and drag performances, the International German Burlesque Festival takes place from August 28 to 30, featuring notable artists like Sheila Wolf, Tara La Luna, Setty Mois, and Lilly Mortes [3].
Stay informed about the latest cultural happenings in Hamburg with Plan7, a culture and events supplement in the new WochenMOPO. Each Friday, you'll find 28 pages of culture, inspiration, and daily tips for food fans and explorers of the city and its surroundings, along with interviews and prize draws for concerts, readings, shows, and more [6].
The artistic director of the Summer Festival is András Siebold, with Corinna Humuza serving as curator. Performances will take place at various venues across the city, including the Museumsdorf Volksdorf, the Elbphilharmonie, the Stadtpark, the Kunsthalle, and Kampnagel base [2]. For the complete lineup and detailed daily schedule of the International Summer Festival, consult the official festival website or ticketing platforms.
Exhibitions: - "Reveal the joy within you" at Galerie Schimming
World Premieres: - "Longing To Tell" (August 14-16) - "Dream Requiem" (August 22/23, Elbphilharmonie)
Other Performances: - "Nôt" (Night) by choreographer Marlene Monteiro Freitas (August 6-9) - Florentina Holzinger's "A Year Without Summer" (August 21-24)
References: [1] JazzHall SummerFestival 2025: http://www.jazzhall-hamburg.de/ [2] International Summer Festival 2025: https://www.sommerfestspiele-hamburg.de/ [3] International German Burlesque Festival 2025: https://www.burlesque-festival.de/ [4] International Summer Festival 2025 Programme: https://www.sommerfestspiele-hamburg.de/programm [5] "Dream Requiem" with Isabelle Huppert: https://www.elbphilharmonie.de/en/whats-on/concerts/dream-requiem-hamburg-2025 [6] Plan7: https://plan7.de/
Prepare to immerse in a harmonious blend of culture and music as the International Summer Festival in Hamburg features a lineup of performances, including the world premiere of the blues opera "Longing To Tell." Additionally, the JazzHall SummerFestival offers a mix of talented musicians and jazz performances during the same period.
