Magdeburg ​Jazz ‌days Kick Off with Silent Film and Embryo‍ Concert

The Magdeburg Jazz Days ⁢festival begins at‍ the Magdeburg social center under the theme “Now.” The ⁣evening commences at 7 p.m. with a silent​ film accompanied by live​ music, followed by a performance from ⁣the Munich-based collective, Embryo.

Pianist Chris Jarrett will perform a composition for Sergei Eisenstein’s film “Battleship Potemkin.” ‍Jarrett’s score, a⁤ blend of​ composition and improvisation, responds to the film’s anti-war message, creating‌ a ⁢musical narrative that enhances the film’s tension and political weight. His performance ⁤features dynamic virtuosity, reacting to and shaping the film’s impact.

Embryo, a collective active as 1969, ⁤blends elements of Krautrock, jazz, free improvisation, and global rhythms. The current lineup includes ​Fabiana Striffler on​ violin, ⁢johannes Schleiermacher on saxophone, synthesizer, and flute, Maria Schneider on vibraphone and percussion, Maasl Maier on bass, saxophone, and percussion,⁤ Jacob Thun on drums and percussion,⁣ and ⁣Marja Burchard on vibraphone, organ, and Santur.

The ensemble explores a wide stylistic range, dissolving musical boundaries and weaving together diverse cultural influences. While the ‌lineup may change, the group’s core values remain: openness, experimentation, and ‍transcultural dialogue.

Matthias ‌Jung Presents “Educational Status: Complicated!”‌ at the Green Citadel

Family coach and author Matthias Jung will ⁢present his program, “Educational Status: Complicated!” at the theater in the Green Citadel, located at Breiten Weg ⁢8a, Magdeburg. The performance is ‍scheduled ​to begin at 8 p.m.

Jung’s program focuses on the challenges ‌of early adolescence, ​blending ‌observations with professional insights into the dynamics between ⁣parents and children during⁢ this‍ developmental stage.

the program addresses the changing behaviors‌ of​ children ‌entering adolescence, including increased independence, withdrawal, frequent arguments, and the challenges parents face in navigating⁣ these changes.Jung describes this ⁣period as a phase marked by a growing ego, declining interest in childhood activities,⁢ and new demands related to⁤ freedom, media use,⁢ and allowances.

The⁣ program aims ⁢to provide parents with guidance, offering strategies for​ supporting their children with​ stability and understanding while also respecting their own needs and boundaries. Jung offers suggestions⁢ for achieving a balance between support⁢ and independence.

Through a⁣ mix of ⁣data and ⁢relatable scenarios, the program ⁤explores common everyday⁢ situations and provides food for⁣ thought on dealing‍ with ‌pubescent children.⁣ The evening is intended for those seeking to understand family changes and gain ⁤insights into educational issues.

Cabaret “… according‍ to Hengstmanns” Presents “Counted!”

Franziska Hengstmann, Heiko Herfurth, and Tobias Hengstmann will perform‌ “Counted!” at the cabaret “…according to Hengstmanns” on Breiten Weg 37 in Magdeburg. The‍ show begins ​at 7:30 p.m.

The trio’s ⁢second collaborative‌ program examines political and social ⁣conditions. Using ‌the symbolism ⁤of counting, as in a boxing match, the⁣ performance connects election ‍results ⁤to their‌ impact ⁤on social⁤ interaction. The ‍program questions whether political paralysis and collective disorientation‌ reflect exhaustion ⁢or​ purposeful‍ withdrawal.

The performance incorporates‍ elements of classic stage art, ‍including scenes, conferences, and music. It explores the‌ relationship⁤ between‍ cause and effect in political decision-making and the tendency to ⁢favor simple solutions to complex​ problems.⁣ The script is based on ideas by Frank, Sebastian, and Tobias Hengstmann,⁢ and Heiko Herfurth, with improvisation playing a key‌ role.

“The Farewell Letter”⁢ at the Magdeburg Island Theater

“The Farewell Letter” is being staged at the Magdeburg Island Theater, formerly the theater on the Angel ‍on the Werder. Marcus Kaloff directs Audrey Schebat’s play, featuring Marion Elskis and Stephan Wapenhans.

this love⁤ comedy explores the difficulties of maintaining relationships. The story centers on Maud, an award-winning pianist, and her⁤ husband ​Julien, a⁢ psychoanalyst, who have been together for 30 years. One evening,⁤ Julien attempts⁤ suicide.

maud returns home unexpectedly and discovers her husband’s attempt. However, she ⁣cannot find a farewell letter. The ensuing night sees the ⁤couple engaging in a witty and passionate reckoning of their life together ⁤and their love. They grapple with each other and​ the big questions of life with anger,humor,and a good dose‍ of comedy.

Performances of “The Farewell Letter”‍ at the Island Theater,located at Zollstraße 19,are ‍scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ‍from April⁣ 25-27, ‍May 1-3, and May 8-10, with an additional performance at 6​ p.m.

Live Music with‌ “Group Pan” at the​ Mückenwirt

The “Group Pan” will perform at the⁢ Mückenwirt, ‌located on Elbe 1 ‌in Magdeburg, on May 1st, starting at 2⁤ p.m. The group⁤ will provide entertainment with a diverse repertoire. Activities for children, including a bouncy castle, will also be available.

The event‌ will be⁢ held outdoors on the banks⁤ of the Elbe River. Admission is free.

Stahlmann in Concert ⁢at Factory Magdeburg

The band Stahlmann will perform at Factory Magdeburg, located at Sandbreite ​2, on⁣ Thursday, May ⁣1, 2025. The show is scheduled ⁤to begin at 8 p.m.

Founded in⁢ Göttingen in 2008, Stahlmann is known for ‌its style within the Neue Deutsche Härte (New German Hardness)⁤ music genre.‌ The band ⁣combines elements of alternative metal, industrial, new wave, and techno to create a distinctive sound. With a striking ⁣visual ​presence,German lyrics,and dark aesthetics,the band​ has established ⁣itself in the German-language rock​ scene.

The evening will offer a preview⁢ of the band’s new album, “Phosphor,” set to be released in‍ August. The album focuses on the chemical element phosphorus, known for its ⁣intense luminosity and destructive energy. ‍The band translates this imagery into musical form, using⁣ it to ​express a fresh start in its ‌fifteenth year.

Youth Island Kicks Off Open-Air Season

The Youth Island at Maybachstrasse 8 will host its secret club on May 1st⁢ from 2 p.m.to midnight.

The first open-air event of 2025 will feature micronaut and the summer residents.

Party in the Mark⁤ for Fortress in Magdeburg

Starting at 9 p.m.‍ on May 1st, Schneevice,‍ Take Sekt, Anar, and Anne Reguler will perform at ​Stübchen to Luise’s garden.

Stübchen is located ‌in the Magdeburg fortress Mark in ‌the HohePfortenwall.

“City in View: Magdeburg. Images⁣ from⁢ Six Centuries” at the Magdeburg Cultural History Museum

The special exhibition ⁤”City in View:⁤ Magdeburg. Images from Six Centuries” ⁢is on display at the ⁢Magdeburg ⁢Cultural History Museum, located⁢ at Otto-von-Guericke-Straße 68 to ⁢73. The exhibition, which runs⁢ until May 18, 2025, features approximately 100 ‌objects from the‌ museum’s graphic​ collection. These works offer a multifaceted view of Magdeburg and document the city’s evolution over the past 500 years. The exhibition includes paper works, paintings, and porcelain views.

The‌ exhibition explores themes such as the monastery mountain garden, the cathedral square, the old market, industrial areas,⁢ parks, and the ⁤city panorama. Works‍ by artists such as⁢ Jan van de Velde, Gabriel ‍Bodenehr, ⁢Heinrich Mittag, Friedrich Wilhelm‌ Behrendsen, Johann Friedrich Klusemann, Carl Hasenpflug, Maryan ⁤zureck, and Marianne Rusche are featured.‍ Highlights ‍include prints from Schedel’s ‌World Chronicle and the Merian workshop. Some of the objects are being presented for ⁣the first time after extensive restoration.

The exhibition is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5⁤ p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays ‍from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Paradisian Nights with Light Sculptures at Magdeburger Elbauenpark

The​ Magdeburger elbauenpark features a temporary ⁤light installation by artist Jörn Hanitzsch in the paradisiacal gardens near the butterfly house. Until June 5, this area ⁢of the park will be transformed⁣ into an⁤ illuminated landscape​ at dusk. The artist, who has worked in various past⁤ locations in Saxony-Anhalt, employs a ⁢minimalist concept‌ with targeted light elements.

The installation features 220 light sculptures and structures‌ that are effective both during the day and at night.

The ⁣design emphasizes the connection⁣ between light, nature, and atmosphere. Instead of large-scale illumination, minimalist accents ⁣and elements‍ of Italian light design are used. The objects blend into the ​vegetation and change⁢ their appearance depending on light conditions and the garden’s seasonal ⁤advancement. At dusk, a​ visual composition of colors, shapes,​ and shadows is created, accompanied‌ by a subtle piano soundscape.

The ‌light project is⁢ designed to ⁢appeal ​to ​visitors⁣ of all ages.‌ Access to the installation is available from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.,Wednesday through Saturday,until June 5.

Sold ⁤Out Events in‍ Magdeburg

tickets for “king kolossal” at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.at the puppet theater ‌on Warschauer Strasse 25 are sold out.There is also a waiting list for “The Farewell Letter” at⁣ 8 p.m. at‌ the⁢ Island⁢ Theater on Zollstraße 19.

Remaining ⁤tickets may be ​available on the day of the⁤ performance​ at the box office.