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March 2020
International Dance Weeks
CANCELLED. The International Dance Weeks, Internationale Tanzwochen, in Neuss, have been attracting outstanding performers who demonstrate the enormous variety of the expressive power of dance. Since 1983, contemporary dance companies from many regions of the world have been performing in front of packed audiences on the stage in the Stadthalle. The event still maintains its crisp flavour of freshness with a combination of international and national performances. In addition to engaging world-famous groups, the organisers have often revealed a discerning…
Find out more »May 2020
Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet by Midsummer Scene Festival, Dubrovnik, Kroatia. In English. Photo © Midsummer Scene Festival Dubrovnik Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course…
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Romeo and Juliet by Midsummer Scene Festival, Dubrovnik, Kroatia. In English. Photo © Midsummer Scene Festival Dubrovnik Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course…
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Romeo and Juliet by Midsummer Scene Festival, Dubrovnik, Kroatia. In English. Photo © Midsummer Scene Festival Dubrovnik Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course…
Find out more »The Comedy of Errors
The Comedy of Errors by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is…
Find out more »The Comedy of Errors
The Comedy of Errors by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is…
Find out more »The Comedy of Errors
The Comedy of Errors by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is…
Find out more »The Comedy of Errors
The Comedy of Errors by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is…
Find out more »June 2020
Macbeth
Macbeth by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is a replica of…
Find out more »Macbeth
Macbeth by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is a replica of…
Find out more »Macbeth
Macbeth by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is a replica of…
Find out more »Macbeth
Macbeth by The HandleBards, London. In English. Photo © Rah Petherbridge Photography Over 400 years after his death, the works of Shakespeare are as lively as ever. Nowhere more so than during early summer at the Shakespeare Festival in the Globe Theatre in Neuss, Germany. Expats love the fact that several performances are traditionally held in English and often other foreign languages besides German. They are held in a traditional structure on the race course that is a replica of…
Find out more »Classic Night
CANCELLED! The Deutsche Kammerakademie creates a magical summertime atmosphere during the Classic Summer Night, Klassiknacht, event in the Rosengarten. The park next to the Stadthalle in Neuss is a perfect location for such an evening. For classical music lovers this popular event is a joy to experience. Set in nature on a, hopefully, mild summer evening and packed to the brim, the audience enthuses to the passionate performances of the orchestra.
Find out more »July 2020
Pink Monday
CANCELLED DUE TO COVID19. Pink Monday is a longstanding tradition at the funfair which attracting hundreds and thousands of people from the lesbian and gay community alone. This gathering during the evening on the funfair has become one of the most enjoyable LGBT events of the year in the city of Düsseldorf. And it all started long, long ago at “Schwarzwald Christel”. Thousands upon thousands of people romp over the fair every year. On this special day many more travel from…
Find out more »September 2020
Düsseldorf Festival
A magnificent and vibrant collection of performing arts in a large yet surprisingly intimate marquee, the annual düsseldorf festival! draws audiences from near and far with dance, performance, theatre, nouveau cirque and music of many genres. The concept defines itself through experimentation and change, while offering a unique, defining atmosphere in the heart of the old town, Altstadt, of Düsseldorf. An inspiring selection of national and international artists manage to create spectacular and sophisticated entertainment that touches the soul of…
Find out more »October 2020
Ferris Wheel
CANCELLED FOR NOW! The ferris wheel is an impressive structure placed on Düsseldorf's Burgplatz next to both the promenade and the old town, Altstadt. Its enclosed capsules offer spectacular views of the Christmas markets and decorations across the river or the city, especially during the dark evening hours. The ride has become a tradition that attracts locals and tourists alike. The view is forever changing; aircraft on final descent or take off, distant woodlands and towns as well as the…
Find out more »November 2020
Ice Rink
CANCELLED THIS YEAR! The ice rink is placed around the restored historical fountain on Corneliusplatz at the end of the Königsallee in Düsseldorf from November, through the Chrismastime holiday season and into the new year. For beginners and practiced skaters, young and old alike, the smooth icy surface offers space as well as an opportunity to admire this impressive location. Views towards the Düssel and eighteenth century Hofgarten park as well as contemporary Kö-Bogen and period architecture of the Königsallee…
Find out more »December 2020
Christmas Tree Cutting
Watch a kitsch seasonal movie and the marvellous experience of decorating one’s own freshly cut tree is often revealed. Many American families, and some British, follow a wonderful tradition in rural regions of the US at this time of year. Cutting your own Christmas Tannenbaum is a magnificent experience. Fortunately for local expats, the age old tradition of felling a fir, Tanne, or spruce, Fichte, tree can be upheld the vicinity of Düsseldorf too. Schlosshof Garath welcomes you on the fourth…
Find out more »Midnight Communion
PLEASE CHECK! Christ Church traditionally hosts a wonderful and truly heart-warming Midnight Communion on Christmas Eve for the international English speaking community in Düsseldorf. The Anglican Chaplaincy is frequented by residents originating from many countries.
Find out more »April 2021
Museums Night
The Night of Museums in Düsseldorf is an ideal opportunity for enthusiasts to discover a diverse local cultural landscape. Museums, art venues and galleries open their doors from evening till midnight and beyond to welcome and entertain. Exhibitions are as diverse as the institutions with paintings, sculptures, photography, architecture, design, music, natural history, film and video installations. Visitors can be encouraged to participate in activities and even the state parliament building becomes a venue. Photo © k/c/e Marketing³
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