Book Fair cancels presentation of novel by AfD politician Krah
Novel presentation canceled: Due to "massive security concerns", Krah's "The Journey to Europe" will remain without a stage at the Leipzig Book Fair for the time being.
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German Pavilion in Venice remains true to Naumann's vision
The artist Henrike Naumann is dead. But her ideas for the German Pavilion at the Venice Art Biennale remain.
Artist for German Venice pavilion: Naumann died
Just a few months ago, Henrike Naumann was selected to co-design the German Pavilion at the 2026 Venice Art Biennale. Now the artist, who was born in 1984, has died.
How a couple from Pegau became Saxony's first state prince and princess
It wasn't planned: the Pegau couple only wanted to be prince and princess in their home country. Now they represent the whole of Saxony - with a lot of passion, family support and foolish enthusiasm.
How a couple from Pegau became Saxony's first state prince and princess
Désirée and Simon Kremers actually only wanted to celebrate carnival in their hometown. After the final decision, they are now representing the whole of Saxony - and are even taking parental leave to do so.
Dresden Town Hall Tower permanently open to visitors from summer
From a height of 68 meters, visitors will once again be able to enjoy the view of the state capital from July at the latest. The peregrine falcons will decide when exactly it starts.
Ofarim annoyed by statements on the Leipzig trial
Gil Ofarim is the king of the jungle - which doesn't just move fans of reality TV. Now the musician talks about his handling of the Leipzig trial and says that he has no "secret deal with RTL".
Ofarim is annoyed about his own statements on the trial
Gil Ofarim is the king of the jungle - something that not only moves fans of reality TV. Now the musician talks about his statements that caused a lot of questions in the jungle camp.
Museum Gunzenhauser shows new exhibition
Works by various artists from the 1920s and 1930s can be seen in Chemnitz until the spring. Above all, landscape paintings by Otto Dix from the years 1933 to 1945.
Ofarim case: authorities see no reason for investigation
In the RTL jungle camp, singer Gil Ofarim makes a surprising statement about his former trial for alleged anti-Semitic remarks. However, his allegations do not lead to any new investigations.
Hotel employee on Ofarim: Staging himself like a victim
Four years ago, Gil Ofarim accused a hotel employee of not letting him check in for anti-Semitic reasons. The accusations were made up. Now the employee is speaking out for the first time.
Memorial concert in the Semperoper - Silence for Dresden's victims
The Sächsische Staatskapelle Dresden commemorates the destruction of the city in February 1945 with a memorial concert conducted by Daniele Gatti.
Semperoper mourns the loss of ensemble member Aaron Pegram
On Friday, Aaron Pegram thrilled the audience at the Semper Opera Ball. Now there is mourning for the popular singer.
After renovation: This is what the Kino International looks like
Major film premieres were held there in the GDR, now it has been renovated: The Kino International in Berlin shines in new splendor. Here is a first glimpse before the reopening.
Schöbel remains director of the Landesbühnen for a further three years
The Landesbühnen Sachsen is focusing on continuity: Artistic Director Manuel Schöbel's contract has been extended. The plus points he has collected over the past few years.
Kreuzchor with commemorative concert on the destruction of Dresden in the war
Artists do not receive applause after concerts in memory of the destruction of the city of Dresden. The silence afterwards is dedicated to the memory of war victims - then as now.
Saxony's revellers start the street carnival with optimism
After corona, the energy crisis and stricter security measures, Saxony's jesters are taking a light-hearted approach to the street carnival. The biggest parade in Radeburg is set to be colorful, crazy and apolitical.
Exhibition on Modersohn-Becker and Munch in Dresden
It's about "the big questions of life". This is the subtitle of an exhibition at the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden about two great painters: Paula Modersohn-Becker and Edvard Munch.
Exhibition shows classic car legends from Zwickau
Myth on four wheels: Only seven Horch 855 special roadsters were ever built, one of which is now on display in Zwickau. It is dedicated to historic luxury cars with eight-cylinder engines.
Leipzig Book Fair attracts with 2,000 readings and stars
More than 2,000 readings, 300 locations, one goal: to connect stories. What literary surprises await visitors in Leipzig?
Königstein Fortress attracts visitors with cannon thunder and fairytale festivals
The surgeon's rooms, historical military life, festivals and music: what Königstein Fortress has in store for visitors of all ages this year, despite the decline in visitor numbers.
Exhibition in honor of the composer Carl Maria von Weber
Fans of the musician Carl Maria von Weber will not be able to avoid a visit to Dresden this year. In the anniversary year for the composer, the State Library is also showing original exhibits.
Greens demand clarification on cuts to culture
Is Saxony cutting funding for culture in the current budget? The Greens see no need for such a step and a foul on parliament.
New Bach documents provide insight into Leipzig church music
Unknown letters and testimonies from Bach's circle show: Leipzig's church music would probably have sounded different without targeted support. What the new finds reveal about musical life at the time.
Foundation supports around 50 monuments in Saxony
From Renaissance houses to churches in the Ore Mountains - the German Foundation for Monument Protection has supported various buildings in Saxony. Which other projects have benefited.
"Day of the Saxons" 2027 in Plauen - festival in June for the first time
Plauen wants to host the "Day of the Saxons" for the second time in 2027. Despite increased demands, the city is pressing ahead with preparations for Saxony's largest folk and club festival.
Greens want to strengthen voluntary services
Thousands of young people want to get involved, but there is still a lack of places in the voluntary services. According to the Greens, volunteering should not be allowed to fail because of money.
Semperoper receives a lot of praise for "Carmelites"
It is about fear, faith, death and overcoming oneself. In any case, it gets under your skin. Poulenc's opera "Dialogues des Carmélites" is based on a true story.
Emergency at premiere - opera singer has to go to hospital
During a Mozart opera, a singer suffers health problems. How he is doing - and why the piece could still be completed.