Till Lindemann as guest of honor at the Leipzig Opera Ball

Rammstein singer Till Lindemann is expected to be the guest of honor at the Leipzig Opera Ball. The 62-year-old is on the VIP list along with around 40 other people from society, politics and business, the organizers announced. Violinist David Garrett, reality TV star Claudia Obert and actors Jenny Elvers, Richy Müller and Jördis Triebel are also expected to attend.

The Leipzig Opera Ball is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Around 2,000 visitors are expected on October 25 under the motto "Bienvenidos, Andalucía".