Nijinsky Gala: Five-Hour Ballet Finale in Hamburg
The 51st Hamburg Ballet Days concluded with the Nijinsky Gala LI, a five-hour marathon of dance on pointe and barefoot.
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David Duchovny receives Cinemerit Award at Munich Festival
The 43rd Munich Festival concluded with the presentation of the Cinemerit Award to US actor David Duchovny. According to FAZ, Duchovny took the stage at the Amerikahaus at 7:44 p.m. to accept the honor.
Commentary on the End of Game Discs: Sony, Are You Nuts?
Sony plans to stop selling games on Blu-ray discs from 2028. For Nico Ernst, this is an unacceptable loss for gaming culture – there would be alternatives.
Jan Brueghel’s Painting Proves: Bats Were Eating Birds 400 Years Ago
A 400-year-old painting by Jan Brueghel the Elder shows a bat carrying a bird in its mouth, confirming that the predatory behavior of bats was known as early as the 17th century.
Sony 1000X The Collexion Review: Headphones for 629 Euros
Sony's new premium headphones, the 1000X The Collexion, cost 629 euros, making them the manufacturer's most expensive current model. They impress with elegant design and spatial sound.
SHMF 2026 Opens in Lübeck with Dvořák and Mahler Live
Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival (SHMF) kicked off its 2026 edition on Saturday with a concert at the Lübeck Music and Congress Hall. Cellist Anastasia Kobekina and the Elbphilharmonie Orchestra under Karina Canellakis performed works by Dvořák and Mahler, according to NDR.
Munich Festival: Stars, Heat, and a Side-Swipe at Trump
The Munich Festival attracted around 95,000 visitors in scorching heat – with stars like David Duchovny and Pedro Almodóvar, and a side-swipe at US Donald Trump.
Mechthild Großmann Reads About Dance and Ecstasy at MV Festival
Actress Mechthild Großmann, known as the prosecutor from the Münster 'Tatort', read texts about dance, intoxication, and ecstasy on Saturday at the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival, accompanied by pianist Gottlieb Wallisch.
Helene Fischer Dazzles 50,000 Fans in Hamburg
Helene Fischer performed two concerts at Hamburg's Volksparkstadion over the weekend, thrilling more than 50,000 fans with a two-and-a-half-hour pop-schlager party.
Hannover Marksmen’s Festival 2026: Parade with 10,000 Participants
The highlight of the Hannover Marksmen's Festival has begun: the traditional parade with more than 10,000 participants. According to organizers, 150 marksmen's clubs and 90 marching bands are taking part in the procession.
Schlagermove in Hamburg: Party, Road Closures and 50 Trucks
Today, the Schlagermove parade with around 50 trucks and hundreds of thousands of Schlager fans will move through the St. Pauli district, causing numerous road closures.
Gallery of Modern Art at Gottorf Castle Reopens with 350 Works
After a two-year closure, the Gallery of Modern Art on the Schleswig Museum Island has reopened. From now on, 350 works by artists such as Käthe Kollwitz, Nolde, and Georg Tappert are on display in new light and with a revised concept.
WDR: New Hip-Hop Station Will Not Be Called ‘1 Live Street’
Following accusations of discrimination and racism, the planned new hip-hop station by Westdeutscher Rundfunk (WDR) will not carry the name '1 Live Street'.
SHMF Kicks Off with 200 Concerts and Focus on Stockholm
The Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival (SHMF) begins on July 4 with 200 concerts at over 70 venues. This year's focus is on Stockholm.
Dave Eggers presents new novel ‘Contrapposto’ in London
Dave Eggers and Nick Hornby discussed Eggers' new novel 'Contrapposto' in London, focusing on lifelong friendship between two artists.
RSB Season Finale: A Plea for Peace at Konzerthaus Berlin
The Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin (RSB) celebrated its season finale on Thursday evening at Konzerthaus Berlin. The program was held under the motto 'Cry for Freedom and Peace.'
Foreigner Delight Crowd at Tollwood Festival in Munich
The rock band Foreigner performed at the Tollwood Festival in Munich, and the atmosphere was electric – even though none of the founding members remain in the lineup.
Minions Director: Yellow Helpers Never Worked for Hitler
The Minions have never worked for Adolf Hitler, director Pierre Coffin clarified in an interview with Polygon.
45th Eldena Jazz Evenings Kick Off in Monastery Ruins
The 45th Eldena Jazz Evenings begin on Friday at the Eldena monastery ruins near Greifswald, offering a program of contemporary jazz, improvisation, and new compositions.
NDR Children’s News: Premiere from a Classroom in Ahrensburg
Starting in July, Info's children's news program will be produced directly from classrooms across northern Germany – by and with children. The premiere takes place in Ahrensburg.
“Shrek 5” Not in Theaters Until 2026: Fans Criticize Fiona’s New Look
The fifth installment of the “Shrek” franchise is set to hit theaters only in a year. According to the primary source, a current teaser trailer is already causing discontent among fans – mainly due to the altered depiction of the character Fiona.
Bavarian Arts and Crafts Association closes shop and gallery in Munich
After 175 years, the Bavarian Arts and Crafts Association is shutting down its store and gallery in Munich due to financial losses.
Legally Prequel ‘Elle’: Do We Still Need Elle Woods?
Reese Witherspoon produces the backstory of Elle Woods, taking the cult blonde back to high school. The Tagesspiegel asks whether the prequel is necessary – and reaches a clear conclusion.
Festival in Unterschleißheim: More Than 30 Events for Community
The Festival of the Upper Bavaria district began on Wednesday in Unterschleißheim. The cultural festival includes more than 30 events at 18 venues.
Florence Kasumba to Play Miranda Priestly in ‘The Devil Prada’ Musical
Florence Kasumba will take on the role of fashion icon Miranda Priestly in the German premiere of the musical 'The Devil Prada'. The show opens in Hamburg this December.
Retro Headphones km5 Hp1: Walkman Feeling with Modern Tech
The km5 Hp1 headphones recall the look of Sony Walkman and Discman models, blending 80s and 90s design with Bluetooth 5.4 and 24-bit audio.
Danny Glover: ‘Lethal Weapon’ Star Goes Public with Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
US actor Danny Glover, 79, has Alzheimer's disease. The Hollywood star revealed the diagnosis in an interview with NBC's 'Today' show.
ESC 2027: Canada to compete in Song Contest for the first time
Canada will take part in the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) for the first time in 2027, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has announced.
Sherlock Holmes in the Palace Garden: Tragaudion Performs “The Hound of the Baskervilles”
The independent theater group Tragaudion is staging the classic crime story "The Hound of the Baskervilles" as an open-air production in the Starnberg Palace Garden. The premiere is on Friday, July 3.
Canada to Participate in Eurovision Song Contest for First Time in 2027
Canada will take part in the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) for the first time in 2027, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and CBC/Radio-Canada confirmed on Wednesday.
Heroes Festival 2027: Kool Savas and Montez Confirmed as First Acts
The Heroes Festival in Freiburg has announced the first acts for its postponed anniversary edition in 2027. According to organizers on Wednesday, Kool Savas, Montez, and Soho Bani will perform.
“The Piano Tuner”: Dustin Hoffman in a Thriller About Sounds and Safes
Canadian director Daniel Roher, Oscar winner for the documentary "Navalny," makes his feature film debut with "The Piano Tuner." The thriller starring Dustin Hoffman and Leo Woodall opens in theaters this week.
Lars Joachim Rose becomes new head of magazine publishers’ association MVFP
Publisher Lars Joachim Rose has been elected as the new chairman of the Media Association of the Free Press (MVFP).
Merkel Portrait Unveiled at Bode Museum
A portrait of former German Angela Merkel has been unveiled at Berlin's Bode Museum. The painting was created by German-French artist Jeremie Queyras.
Ariana Grande postpones concerts over safety concerns
Ariana Grande has postponed three concerts on her Eternal Sunshine Tour due to safety concerns arising from production issues.
Felix Lobrecht to Perform as Azzel 447 at Love Family Park
Comedian Felix Lobrecht will perform under his techno alias Azzel 447 at the Love Family Park festival in Frankfurt at the end of July.
Humans and Dogs: Astonishing Similarities Worldwide
An international study shows that the close bond between humans and dogs is not a Western phenomenon but universal. Researchers from the University of Jena and the Max Planck Institute found surprising parallels across five cultures worldwide.
Tidal Accepts AI Music but Stops Paying Royalties
Tidal will no longer pay royalties for fully AI-generated music but will continue to accept it on the platform, according to a new policy announced Monday.
Water pipe burst paralyzes Elbphilharmonie – concert with Igor Levit postponed
A burst water pipe under the forecourt has brought operations at the Elbphilharmonie to a standstill for the day. Plaza is also closed.
John Oliver Lands Guest Roles on Two US Soap Operas
Comedian John Oliver has secured guest appearances on the daily soaps "Days of our Lives" and "General Hospital" after publicly requesting roles on his show "Last Week Tonight." The scenes have already been filmed.