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.
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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.
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.
Beatsteaks receive special crown for commitment against the right
Despite intimidation attempts from the right, they gave concerts in several youth centers in East Germany. The Beatsteaks have now been honored for their efforts to combat right-wing extremism.
Golden Hen 2024: Maffay, Kaiser and Bause among the winners
For the 30th time, the Golden Hen has been awarded to stars from music, film and sport. Everyday heroes were also honored.
Mirjana Spoljaric Egger receives Görlitz Bridge Prize
Anyone who receives the Görlitz Bridge Prize should be particularly committed to the idea of a peaceful Europe. The latest award winner is committed to protecting the civilian population.
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.
Dresden Poetry Prize 2024 awarded to Borkovec and Leß
If you want to win the City of Dresden Poetry Prize, you have to write in German or Czech and be at home in Europe. The prize has now been awarded for the 15th time.
Major Berlin Publishing Prize goes to Voland & Quist
The Berlin Publishing Prize honors the achievements of small, independent publishers. Three have now been honored.
Dominique Cabrera wins Golden Dove at the DOK Leipzig Festival
The DOK Leipzig festival focused on documentary and animated films for a week. Now the best films have been chosen. One of the main prizes goes to France.
Bautzen railroad station named 'Station of the Year 2024'
Around ten years ago, the train station in Bautzen was on the brink of decay. It was saved by a decision of the district council. Today, the Pro-Rail Alliance sees it as a showcase station.
Saxon mountaineering recognized as intangible cultural heritage
Saxon mountaineering sees itself as the cradle of free climbing. Now the tradition with its special rules has been recognized as intangible cultural heritage.
Writer Clemens Meyer scolds book prize jury
The author leaves the ceremony angry because his work has not won. In an interview, Meyer reveals that he is done with the German Book Prize. What is behind the frustration?
Iman Issa receives Ernst Rietschel Art Prize for Sculpture 2024
The Ernst Rietschel Art Prize is awarded every two years in recognition of outstanding sculptural work. The role model is a Saxon master in this field - who caused a sensation beyond his home country.
Görlitz Bridge Prize for Mirjana Spoljaric Egger
The recipient of the Görlitz Bridge Prize should have a special connection to the idea of a peaceful, liberal and holistic Europe through their personal fate and commitment.
Martina Hefter wins German Book Prize
The German Book Prize 2024 goes to author Martina Hefter for her novel "Hey guten Morgen, wie geht es dir?". This was announced by the German Publishers and Booksellers Association in Frankfurt.Copyright 2024, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved
Saxon Citizens' Award for Democracy and Friends of Nature
Whether in a local heritage association or a large foundation, the Free State of Saxony can count on the diverse commitment of its citizens. Every year, it awards prizes for special commitment to society.
HanseMerkur Award for Child Protection goes to outstanding initiatives
They are committed to topics such as civil courage, coping with war trauma, inclusion and anti-bullying: five social initiatives are awarded the HanseMerkur Prize for Child Protection.
Saxony chooses winner in competition for animal-friendly husbandry
Animal-friendly and environmentally friendly husbandry: two farms from Saxony receive awards. But they also impressed in other respects.
Sterntaler Prize 2024 awarded for the "KOMMunity Kids" initiative in Dresden
Saxony honors civil society efforts to integrate young people with a migration background. The Sterntaler Prize is awarded by the Kinderschutzbund and the Free State of Saxony.
Small bookshops recognized as places of culture
They are doing their bit for books as a cultural asset: small and sophisticated bookshops have received an award from the German government.
"Moritz in the advertising pillar" - Christa Kożik is honored
Christa Kożik's children's book "Moritz in der Litfaßsäule" was filmed by DEFA in 1983 - and was a box-office hit in the GDR. The author is now being honored.
Arthouse cinema industry records visitor growth in the first half of 2024
Strong festival films attracted more people to arthouse cinemas at the beginning of the year. The industry hopes that this will continue in the fall.
Board of Trustees supports Dresden Peace Prize
Over a year ago, the renowned Dresden Prize was given a new name. Now there are further changes - for an urgent reason.
Gender ban in schools: DGB negative prize for minister
Saxony's schools are restrictive when it comes to gendering. This has now earned Minister of Education Piwarz a negative award from the DGB. He counters: "Gender signs are not suitable for everyday use."
Natalija Bock receives Erich Kästner Prize for her commitment to war refugees
She is something of a good soul for the Ukrainian community in Dresden: Natalija Bock. The Ukrainian has been working tirelessly for her compatriots since the beginning of the war.
Integration Award - applications until Tuesday
Every year, Saxony honors special commitment to integration and social cohesion. The application deadline is only a few days away.
Silbereisen and Schöneberger present Goldene Henne
The Goldene Henne media award has already been presented by Florian Silbereisen several times. This year, the entertainer will have a female co-host at his side.
Youth book "Hinter den Sternen ganz nah" wins the 2024 Readers' Prize
During the summer vacations, special books for children and young people are always on offer in Saxony's libraries. They can be borrowed free of charge after registering - and readers can vote for the best title.
Saxony honors 222 sports clubs for their commitment
Several sports clubs in Saxony were recognized for their efforts. Each club receives a prize of 1,000 euros.
Sahra Wagenknecht does not receive the Lionheart Peace Prize 2024
Party founder Sahra Wagenknecht will not receive the Lionheart Peace Prize 2024 after all, as the award ceremony has been canceled.
Ulrike Draesner receives literature prize from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation
Ulrike Draesner receives the Konrad Adenauer Foundation Literature Prize for her extensive work as an author. The award-winner reflects political and social discourse in a captivating way.
402 young people in Saxony with a dream grade of 1.0 at A-levels
This year, 402 young people in Saxony passed their Abitur or Fachhochschulreife with a dream grade of 1.0. Minister Piwarz and Minister President Kretschmer congratulated them.
Andreas Staier honored with Bach Medal
The harpsichordist and pianist Andreas Staier has been honored with the Bach Medal of the City of Leipzig. The award was presented on Friday as part of the Bach Festival in the ballroom of the Old Town Hall, according to the Bach Archive. Staier has been one of the best-known Bach interpreters for a ..
Anja Reumschüssel receives the "Buxtehuder Bulle" youth literature prize
The author Anja Reumschüssel is awarded the "Buxtehuder Bulle" youth literature prize for her book "Über den Dächern von Jerusalem".
Fruit trees and bee colonies: most beautiful school gardens chosen
In Saxony, the schools with the most beautiful school gardens have been chosen and rewarded with prize money. As the Saxon State Ministry of Culture announced in a press release on Friday, the state winners, the Cossebaude secondary school in Dresden and the International Grammar School in Meerane, ..
Teacher Jana Bioly from the Vogtland region honored with German Teacher Award
Teacher Jana Bioly from Vogtland was honored for her outstanding work in math and chemistry lessons. Pupils praised her empathy and commitment.
"Our Mathemuddi": Teacher brings prize to Saxony
Teacher Jana Bioly from the Vogtland region has been awarded the German Teachers' Prize. She teaches mathematics and chemistry at Julius-Mosen-Gymnasium in Oelsnitz. When nominating her, the students praised her empathy, her commitment and her exciting way of teaching, according to the Heraeus Educa ..
Grimme Prize for series "Sam - a Saxon"
The seven-part series "Sam - ein Sachse" wins the Grimme Award in the "Fiction" category for its relevance and timelessness. The lead actors and directors are delighted with the award.
Saxon Library Award 2024 announced
The Free State of Saxony and the State Library Association award the Saxon Library Prize, endowed with 10,000 euros.
Prizes for "La Perra" and "Alien0089" at the Dresden Film Festival
The French-Colombian film "La Perra" has won the prize for best animated film in the international competition at the Dresden Film Festival. "Torn between violence and tenderness, with a very precise sense of rhythm, this beautiful, hand-drawn film shows a profound and organic vision of interpersona ..
Manos Tsangaris receives Mauricio Kagel Music Prize
The composer and installation artist Manos Tsangaris is awarded the Mauricio Kagel Music Prize and explains that composition does not only take place in music.
Psychologist Meyer honored as "University Lecturer of the Year"
At a gala in Berlin on Monday evening, Chemnitz psychologist Bertolt Meyer will be honored as "University Teacher of the Year". The prize of the German University Association is endowed with 10,000 euros and is intended to honor researchers who have promoted the reputation of their profession in the ..
Chemnitz psychologist Bertolt Meyer honored as university lecturer of the year
Chemnitz psychologist Bertolt Meyer has been named "University Lecturer of the Year" at a gala in Berlin. He received the award from the German University Association and was honored for his exceptional commitment and research work.
Leipzig Book Fair starts
Leipzig will once again attract numerous book lovers and literature enthusiasts in the coming days: The Leipzig Book Fair will be ceremonially opened on Wednesday evening (19:00). Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, among others, is expected to attend. The new director of the book fair had previously st ..
One year of Steigerlied as cultural heritage
A year ago, the Steigerlied was ennobled as intangible cultural heritage. Whether in the style of blues, classical or rock - many variations have been added since then. Doesn't that make you tired of the song?
Sandra Hüller on Oscar styling: "It went like clockwork"
Sandra Hüller was delighted with the support she received for her outfits during Oscar week. On the red carpet in front of the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Sunday for the Academy Awards, she presented an elegant black dress with very large lapels and wore an elegant, long ponytail."This is totally ..
Announcement of the nominees for the Book Fair Prize
The jury for the Leipzig Book Fair Prize will announce this Thursday which authors can hope to win the coveted award. Five candidates will be nominated in each of the three categories of fiction, non-fiction/essay writing and translation. This year, 177 publishers submitted 486 works. The prize is e ..
Animal rights activist honored for torture breeding database
Berlin's former animal welfare officer Diana Plange has been awarded the Lower Saxony Animal Welfare Prize. In 2021, the veterinarian had founded a database on so-called torture breeding. This refers to animals in which body parts or organs are missing, unfit or deformed due to breeding. The QUEN da ..
Animal rights activist honored for torture breeding database
Berlin's former animal welfare officer Diana Plange has been awarded the Lower Saxony Animal Welfare Prize. In 2021, the veterinarian had founded a database on so-called torture breeding. This refers to animals in which body parts or organs are missing, unfit or deformed due to breeding. The QUEN da ..
Exhibition of the year 2023 comes from Leipzig
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Prize for CD box set of the Staatskapelle Dresden
The CD box set "475 Years of the Staatskapelle Dresden - 100 Years of Recordings" receives the German Record Critics' Award.
Christian Friedel is Dresden Art Prize winner 2024
Actor, musician and director Christian Friedel ("The Zone of Interest", "Babylon Berlin") has been awarded the Dresden 2024 Art Prize, endowed with 7,000 euros. "He is not only an outstanding actor, but also an artist who pushes the boundaries of art and explores new horizons," said the jury, explai ..
Saxony's Minister of State for Regional Development calls for a village competition
Saxony's Minister of State for Regional Development Thomas Schmidt has launched the 12th Saxon state competition "Our village has a future".
Leipzig Book Prize for German-Israeli philosopher
The German-Israeli philosopher Omri Boehm has been awarded the Leipzig Book Prize for European Understanding 2024 for his book "Radical Universalism. Beyond Identity", the Leipzig Book Fair announced on Monday. The book was also on this year's list of nominees for the German Non-Fiction Prize. The L ..
Another nomination for Sandra Hüller as best actress
German actress Sandra Hüller was once again nominated for Best Actress in the USA for her role in the legal thriller "Anatomy of a Case".
Sandra Hüller nominated for a Golden Globe
Actress Sandra Hüller has a chance of winning a Golden Globe for her role in the legal drama "Anatomy of a Case"
South Korean receives DAAD Prize of the University of Music
The pianist Jisu Park has been selected for the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) prize at the Dresden University of Music. This was announced by the university on Friday."Jisu Park is an exceptionally talented and dedicated student," wrote Professor Valtteri Rauhalammi in the review for the p ..
Psychologist Meyer is "University Lecturer of the Year" 2024
The "University Teacher of the Year" award, which comes with prize money of 10,000 euros, will go to Chemnitz psychologist Bertolt Meyer in 2024. On Wednesday, Lambert Koch, President of the German Association of University Professors and Lecturers, explained that his research focuses on the fusion ..
Leipzig awards design prize
This year's design prize was awarded in Leipzig, where 15 works were honored.
Saxon Museum Prize 2023 goes to Dippoldiswalde
The Saxon Museum Prize 2023, endowed with 20,000 euros, goes to Dippoldiswalde (Saxon Switzerland-Eastern Ore Mountains district). The award was presented to the Lohgerber Museum & Gallery in Dresden on Monday, as announced by the Ministry of Culture.
Isabell Alexandra Meldner wins Caspar David Friedrich Prize 2023
The art student Isabell Alexandra Meldner from Berlin is the winner of the Caspar David Friedrich Award 2023. The young artist award was presented on Saturday in Greifswald, the birthplace of the romantic painter.
Isabell Alexandra Meldner receives the Caspar David Friedrich Prize
The young artist Isabell Alexandra Meldner is awarded this year's Caspar David Friedrich Prize. She convinced with her poetic visual language and her sensitivity for colors, light and shadow. The exhibition "Time Takes too Long to Last" opens on Saturday in Greifswald.
Julius Hirsch Prize: Three associations honored
The DFB awards the Julius Hirsch Prize to a club in Chemnitz that is committed to combating right-wing extremism. A club from Frankfurt and Maccabi Germany are among the winners.
850,000 euros: Roth honors bookstores for program
For their diverse literary assortment, Minister of State for Culture Claudia Roth has awarded 118 independent and owner-operated bookstores the German Bookstore Prize. The prize is worth a total of 850,000 euros in three categories. As the best bookstores, the "Buchladen am Freiheitsplatz" in Hanau, ..
Domenico Müllensiefen awarded Johnson sponsorship prize
The author Domenico Müllensiefen has been honored with the Uwe-Johnson-Förderpreis 2023. The 36-year-old received the honor, which is endowed with 5000 euros, on Friday evening in the rehearsal stage of the Schauspielhaus Neubrandenburg, as the Mecklenburg Literary Society announced on Saturday. The ..
Actress Sandra Hüller honored with Guild Film Award
German actress Sandra Hüller ("Toni Erdmann") has won the Gilde Film Prize. The 45-year-old was awarded the honorary prize, as announced by AG Kino - Gilde Deutscher Filmkunsttheater at the close of the Leipzig Film Art Fair on Thursday. "The Theory of Everything" by director Timm Kroeger made the r ..
Theater award for stages in Berlin, Leipzig and Jena
Stages in Berlin, Jena and Leipzig are among the winners of this year's Federal Theater Prize. The main prize, worth 200,000 euros, goes to Ballhaus Naunynstraße in Berlin-Kreuzberg, Minister of State for Culture Claudia Roth (Green Party) announced in a statement Wednesday. Three with in each case ..
Saxon Readers' Prize 2023 goes to Berlin playwright
With her young adult novel "Wir holen uns die Nacht zurück" (We're taking back the night), Berlin-based author Nora Hoch has won this year's Book Summer Readers' Prize in Saxony. She had clearly prevailed among ten nominees, announced the Ministry of Culture and the Library Association of Saxony as ..