No nationwide ban on cannabis at Christmas markets
It is the first Advent season in which the new cannabis law applies. No general regulation is planned for the Christmas markets in Saxony.
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Award for 28 volunteers in the cultural sector
Without volunteers, many cultural events would not be possible. Now 28 people in Saxony are being honored for their commitment.
New permanent exhibition opened at Torgau youth work camp
Thousands of young people who were labeled as difficult in the GDR ended up in the Jugendwerkhof in Torgau. They were to be re-educated. A new exhibition commemorates their history.
Writer Martina Hefter receives Grand Prize of the German Literature Fund
She recently received the German Book Prize for her novel "Hey guten Morgen, wie geht es dir?". Now the author Martina Hefter has been honored with another prestigious award.
Exhibition shows Henry van de Velde and his networks
A Belgian in Chemnitz: on the way to the Capital of Culture year, a new exhibition highlights the work of designer Henry van de Velde. One of his complete works of art can be seen in the city.
Robert Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra plans diverse summer concert series for 2025
In 2025, Chemnitz wants to inspire guests from near and far as the European Capital of Culture. Preparations are also well advanced at the five-division theater. What does it have up its sleeve?
Applause Award: Prizes for clubs and event organizers
Live music is a highlight for musicians and audiences alike. A lot of work goes into it, not only by artists, but also by clubs and event organizers. The Applause Award is for them.
Prisoners' Christmas market in front of Zeithain prison
The inmates produce numerous items in prison. Some of them are now being sold at a Christmas market outside the gates of Zeithain Prison. However, visitors will have to do without one thing.
Jury sees Chemnitz well prepared for the Capital of Culture year
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. The grand opening is planned in just under two months. Experts have now taken another critical look at the state of preparations.
Five years after the burglary in the Green Vault: positive outcome of the investigation
Five years ago, a piece of news shocked the art world. Thieves had stolen valuable diamonds and other pieces of jewelry from Dresden's Green Vault treasury. The investigation is still ongoing.
International Days of Jewish Music: Concerts in Berlin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Saxony
With the International Days of Jewish Music, the organizers want to build bridges in the face of growing anti-Semitism - and invite people to join in.
Pop superstar Robbie Williams announces Germany tour for next year
Robbie Williams has been effortlessly filling stadiums and arenas with his concerts for years. He is coming to Germany next year. Tickets are already available.
Silly thrills fans at premiere concert in Dresden
Silly rocks the concert hall of the Dresden Philharmonie. Even after two and a half hours, the fans don't want to go home. The band's tour kick-off is a rousing success.
Provenance research in East German museums: expropriated exhibits from the GDR era
Exhibits that originate from Nazi-looted art or were captured during colonialism: The origin of exhibits is increasingly becoming the focus of attention. Researchers are also investigating the past of the East.
Chemnitz increases admission to art museums
Chemnitz is expecting many guests from near and far in the Capital of Culture year 2025. The art museums will also be presenting a top-class program. However, visitors will have to pay more admission.
Winter exhibition: Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella at Moritzburg Castle
For the 13th time, Moritzburg Castle is transformed into a fairytale world, presenting costumes and props to fans of the popular classic "Three Nuts for Cinderella".
Barbara Klemm exhibition returns to Germany
"Icons of contemporary history" will soon be on display in Leipzig. Barbara Klemm's photographs bear witness to historical developments and the present in a Germany that was divided for decades.
Rammstein frontman Till Lindemann announces major solo tour
Till Lindemann has been touring solo for some time now. Now he has already announced the next tour without his bandmates from Rammstein.
Preparations for the 590th Dresden Striezelmarkt are in full swing
There are still two weeks to go until the opening of Germany's oldest Christmas market, which has a few new things to offer this year.
Greens call for a review of the renovation of the Dresden TV tower
The Dresden television tower was a popular excursion destination in GDR times. In 1991, the 252-metre-high city landmark was closed to visitors. The planned renovation has not yet been completed.
Max Raabe delights fans with new show at Dresden's Kulturpalast
Ever since Max Raabe wrote the song "Kein Schwein ruft mich an" in 1992, the artist's phones have never stopped ringing. Now the master of nostalgic hits is also on tour in the East.
Leipzig Bach Archive acquires unknown Mendelssohn composition
An original composition by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy remained undiscovered for around 150 years. Now the Bach Archive has acquired it from a private collection.
The Zwingerbauhütte in Dresden: 100 years of responsibility for a baroque landmark
With the construction of large cathedrals in Europe, building lodges emerged over the past centuries. Their purpose was to maintain the substance of the places of worship. A secular building lodge is now celebrating its anniversary in Dresden.
First Saxon monument preservation award for Paul Lorenz craft business
For the first time, the Monument Preservation Prize is awarded for the whole of Saxony. The winner has restored the magnificent mirrors in the state rooms of the Dresden Residenzschloss.
Air. One for all: special exhibition on a vital topic
At the moment, the air is thick in politics. The global climate crisis has long highlighted air pollution as a problem. That's why an exhibition on air is just what we need.
Saxony's Minister of Social Affairs calls for the fight against anti-Semitism
Saturday marks the 86th anniversary of the Pogrom Night. Saxony's Minister of Social Affairs commemorates the victims and calls for anti-Semitic statements to be combated.
Cultural foundation supports art scene with 53 scholarships
New art projects or stays abroad: The Cultural Foundation supports artists from Saxony.
Signing choir prepares for Christmas oratorio
The Leipzig choir "Sing&Sign" is made up of hearing, hearing-impaired and deaf people. How project manager Susanne Haupt came up with the idea and what the inclusive ensemble's performances look like.
Actress Lisa Bitter remembers the fall of the Berlin Wall
"Tatort" actress Lisa Bitter grew up in Franconia, the GDR was not far away. After reunification, she studied in Saxony. How did the social upheaval affect her back then?