Defa Foundation honors achievement of author Laila Stieler
With her screenplays for "Gundermann" and "Rabiye Kurnaz against George W. Bush", she left her mark on German cinema. Now she has been honored for this, as has another filmmaker.
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Bundestag authorizes search of AfD member of parliament Krah
Maximilian Krah's immunity is lifted in the Bundestag. The matter concerns investigations by the Dresden public prosecutor's office against the AfD politician.
Gewandhaus conductor Nelsons extends contract
The Gewandhausorchester Leipzig is extending its contract with Andris Nelsons: The 46-year-old will continue to lead the internationally sought-after ensemble through the coming years.
Ex-national team player Halstenberg makes his Kreisliga comeback
Marcel Halstenberg won the DFB Cup twice and played 165 Bundesliga matches. But as a retiree, he has not had enough. He makes his debut in the Kreisliga - and scores straight away.
Break over: Duryn shoots "The Teacher" again
On RTL, Hendrik Duryn is celebrating a comeback in his best-known role as teacher Stefan Vollmer. Filming will continue in Leipzig until October.
Green politicians Paul and Meier have married
A special marriage in politics: The North Rhine-Westphalian minister Josefine Paul and the former minister and current member of the Saxon state parliament Katja Meier have married.
Rock band Pankow gives last concert in Dresden
"The Last Waltz" for Pankow: after 44 years, the rock band is finally calling it quits. In the 1980s, it was one of the most influential bands in the East German rock scene.
Main prize of the Karlovy Vary Festival goes to dropout documentary
Hollywood stars such as Michael Douglas have done the honors in the West Bohemian spa town of Karlovy Vary. The main prize at this year's film festival went to a documentary about a pair of eccentric twins.
Marco Girnth leaves ZDF crime series "SOKO Leipzig"
He has been Detective Superintendent Jan Maybach for almost half his life: Marco Girnth has been part of the ZDF series "SOKO Leipzig" from the very first case. After 25 years, he is now looking for new challenges.
Andreas Gabalier rocks the stadium in Dresden
A hot atmosphere at what felt like 40 degrees Celsius: Austrian Andreas Gabalier creates a great atmosphere in Dresden's Harbig Stadium and considers this performance to be something very special.
Youth literature prize for novel about GDR tunnel escapes
The author Maja Nielsen from Hamburg is being honored for her book for young people "Der Tunnelbauer". In it, she sheds light on daring escapes from the GDR. The main character is a boy from East Berlin.
Max Giermann rediscovers old passion
He is known from comedy, cinema and television. As a parodist and impersonator, he often puts real celebrities like Klaus Kinski in the shade - but he also likes to indulge in a different kind of art.
Dresden student wins Apple's developer competition
What do everyday tasks feel like for people with dementia? A student from Dresden has developed an app that aims to make this tangible - and has even won over Apple.
Leipzig wants to extend contract with St. Thomas cantor in the long term
Andreas Reize has held the office of Leipzig's Thomaskantor since 2021. According to the city council, this will remain the case for many years to come.
Soon to be Germany's most important museum director: Marion Ackermann
Marion Ackermann, Director General of the Dresden State Art Collections, is moving to Berlin to head the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation. What does she bring with her? And what can she expect?
Gabalier keeps fit for shows in the gym
Alpine rocker Andreas Gabalier really pushes himself on stage. He also gets himself in shape in everyday life. He will soon be able to prove his fitness again in Germany.
Alfonso on a mission for democracy: young people miss being heard
He became famous as TV reporter Alfons, in an orange tracksuit jacket, with a fluffy microphone and accent. Emmanuel Peterfalvi now does comedy on stage - with a serious background.
OBM Jung launches podcast: Leipzig & people in conversation
Leipzig's Mayor Jung launches podcast series 'Leipzig & People' to talk to locals. First guests: gymnast Jessica Schlegel and Michael Maul.
Culture prize for Matthias Schweighöfer and Kati Witt
Chemnitz holds the title of European Capital of Culture this year. The European Cultural Awards have now been presented in the Opera House with a large crowd of celebrities. These are the honorees.
European Culture Prize for ex-footballer Michael Ballack
Michael Ballack gained his first soccer experience in Chemnitz. Now the former captain of the national team is returning there. For a very special reason.
Discussion about photo - District Administrator Krüger distances himself
At a May Day celebration, Central Saxony's district administrator Krüger posed with a young man. He was wearing a shirt with Nazi symbolism. "I made a mistake," Krüger now admitted.
"Frau Puppendoktor Pille" actress Urte Blankenstein dead
For years, her advice was in demand on GDR television. As "Frau Puppendoktor Pille", actress Urte Blankenstein mainly gave parents advice on screen - and later also from the theater stage.
"Pope painter" Triegel receives honorary doctorate from Leipzig University
The painter Michael Triegel specializes in religious themes. The Faculty of Theology at Leipzig University has now awarded him an honorary doctorate.
German Olympic champion starts with a new name
A gold medal winner from Beijing marries a former cross-country skier - and will tackle the Olympic winter with a new name.
Election of the Leipzig Youth Parliament: results are in
The youth parliament in Leipzig has been elected. 20 representatives were chosen from 23 candidates. The online election allowed around 50,000 young people to cast their vote.
Erzgebirge people put Trump on a pedestal: as a smoking man
Helmut Kohl, Angela Merkel and now Donald Trump: artisans in the Ore Mountains are always taking on politicians. As a nutcracker, however, Trump is topped by a completely different celebrity.
German Hygiene Museum illuminates freedom - Merkel reads
"Freedom" is the title of Angela Merkel's memoirs. The German Hygiene Museum in Dresden has invited the former Chancellor to read from her book at an exhibition on this topic.
Too little demand - Yvonne Catterfeld cancels two concerts
Sad news for fans of Yvonne Catterfeld: her "Move" tour is being cut short by two shows. Which concerts are affected?
Inka Bause: Career start with overalls made of diaper fabric
Clothing was rare in the GDR. So the daughter of the country's most successful pop composer went to a tailor before her very first appearance as a singer. He didn't have much choice either.
Wall painting by Gerhard Richter partially uncovered
The world-famous painter's diploma work was hidden behind several layers of paint for almost half a century. Now visitors can at least view the central part of the work.
Bundestag election: AfD ahead among male voters in Saxony
The early federal election shows successes for fringe positions in Saxony: AfD and Linke are making significant gains among young voters, reports the State Statistical Office.
New museum for Karl Schmidt-Rottluff - in his childhood home
As Karl Schmidt, he went to Dresden 120 years ago after leaving school. There, he and three fellow students founded the artists' group "Brücke" - and from then on called themselves Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.
New art museum on Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
The beginnings of Karl Schmidt-Rottluff's artistic path lie in Chemnitz. A new museum in his parents' house traces his life and the early history of the "Brücke".
Visionary and design legend: In the footsteps of Clauss Dietel
From Erika typewriters to the S50 moped: Karl Clauss Dietel gave many everyday objects a special shape. His traces can also be discovered in the cityscape of Chemnitz.
Former GDR civil rights activist Gerd Poppe is dead
He rebelled against the GDR superiors and urged the Greens to take a more realistic view of foreign policy. Gerd Poppe has now passed away.
Between "Tatort" and theater: up-and-coming star takes off
Johannes Scheidweiler plays the leading role in "Hamlet" at the Staatstheater Cottbus. The up-and-coming actor has also landed a role in the Odenthal "Tatort". Which investigator does he like best?
Cosplayers meet at the book fair
It is impossible to imagine the Leipzig Book Fair without colorfully dressed cosplayers. A competition was also on the program on Saturday.
Kristine Bilkau wins the Leipzig Book Fair Prize
Kristine Bilkau has won the Leipzig Book Fair Prize in the fiction category. She was honored for her novel "Halbinsel".Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved
Leipzig Book Fair opens with a ceremony
The literary scene meets again in Leipzig for the book industry's spring show. The book fair was officially opened in the evening.
Honecker and the Queen - new musical by Prinzen singer
Tobias Künzel is known as the singer of the Prinzen. But he also writes musicals time and again. Now his new play is coming to the stage - first in London, then in Halle.
Actor Rolf Becker turns 90 - and is still filming
Actor Rolf Becker can look back on a long career in theater and film. Even after decades, he cannot make a certain decision.
Jan Ullrich at the start of the European Peace Ride 2025
The European Peace Ride connects the two European Capitals of Culture Nova Goriza and Chemnitz in the Capital of Culture year 2025. Celebrities will also be taking part in the last stage.
Popular theater director: Wolfgang Engel is dead
It was not only his production of "Waiting for Godot" that caused a rush of visitors in Dresden. Director Engel became a master of political metaphor before the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Dierks new head of the Tag der Sachsen board of trustees
Once a year, the Free State's clubs and associations are in the spotlight. The Day of the Saxons in the fall is the largest folk festival in the state - always in a different city.
"We are in play fever": 50 years of Karat
Five gentlemen on stage, mostly dressed in black, look back on half a century. Their musical repertoire is vast. The audience loves the songs from the GDR the most.
Karat celebrates its 50th birthday - anniversary tour starts
It all began on February 22, 1975 in a cultural center near Dresden. The band Karat performed there for the first time. Exactly 50 years later, they are celebrating. With a new tour and a fresh album.
"Over seven bridges" - The rocky road of the rock band Karat
With moustaches and bell bottoms, six young men sit on a meadow. A band from East Berlin launched their career with this autograph card motif in 1975. Their name is Karat.
Karat singer likes to go to punk concerts
His job: rock singer. But in his free time, Claudius Dreilich is also interested in a few other genres of music.
Heino wants to sing the national anthem at concerts
Heino is looking forward to singing his hits in full on stage during a tour starting in May. He also plans to sing the German anthem in the halls: "Einigkeit und Recht und Freiheit".
Till Brönner likes to play crossover with orchestra
He is the most successful German jazz trumpeter. However, Till Brönner also enjoys working with classical orchestras.
"Candide", Lippi and Giesinger - Anniversary Semper Opera Ball
In 1925, the first opera ball was held in Semper's famous theater building in Dresden. The modern Semper Opera Ball celebrates the millennium with an opulent program - both indoors and outdoors.
The Count is back on stage - Unheilig celebrates comeback
The band said goodbye to thousands of fans over nine years ago - now they are returning to the limelight with new music and concert dates.
Silly bassist Reznicek: You're never a finished musician
Hans-Jürgen "Jäcki" Reznicek is considered one of the best bassists in Germany. He not only plucks the bass with Silly, but has also written standard works on the instrument and taught as a lecturer.
This is how the Dresden "Tatort" team continues
On Sunday evening, "Tatort" detective Karin Gorniak resigned from her job. She needs a break, she tells her boss. Will the Dresden team now have a female replacement?
Kretschmer: Horst Köhler was an outstanding statesman
The death of former Federal President Horst Köhler is causing mourning in Saxony. His commitment to social justice and international cooperation will not be forgotten, said Minister President Kretschmer.
He photographed the "brotherly kiss": Thomas Billhardt is dead
Pictures from the Vietnam War made him famous: Thomas Billhardt was not only known in the GDR. Now he has died.
Internet star Jindaoui: urgently looking for a registrar
Nader Jindaoui actually wants to go to the USA with his family. But now there is apparently a big problem.
Clemens Meyer honored with the Lessing Prize 2025
Clemens Meyer did not receive the German Book Prize. However, the Free State of Saxony honored the Leipzig writer with its highest award in the field of culture: the Lessing Prize.
Last case for Stubbe - TV crime series ends after 30 years
TV detective Stubbe retired in 2014. He continued to investigate privately afterwards - because of the public's curiosity. If you want to know what happens next with the family, all you have left is your imagination.
Charly Hübner as a speaker at the Dresden Schauspielhaus
He was an audience favorite as the thuggish "Polizeiruf 110" detective Bukow. Charly Hübner is also convincing in theater and film. Now he is a guest at the Dresden Schauspielhaus - as a speaker.
Ludwig Simon on filming with his father Devid Striesow
Ludwig Simon and his father meet for the first time in leading roles. Here, the 26-year-old talks about the family shoot and the high heels he wore for the first time in his life for the movie.
Carreras collects 3.5 million euros at fundraising gala
The opera singer was once diagnosed with leukemia himself and has been collecting donations for the fight against the disease ever since. A television gala once again raised millions.
José Carreras: With discipline to success and many donations
Being diagnosed with leukemia is a shock. This was also the case for star tenor José Carreras. He fell ill in 1987 - and survived. One thing in particular has helped him over the years.
She was Princess Tausendschön: Christel Bodenstein is dead
She is considered one of the most beautiful fairytale princesses of DEFA in the GDR. The King's Daughter Tausendschön was her first leading role in 1957, when she was 18. Now Christel Bodenstein has died.
"How it all began" - Otto Dix's birthplace reopens
With the reopening of Otto Dix's birthplace, Gera now offers the second museum hotspot dedicated to the famous artist. The art collections are delighted with the increased visitor interest.
"Daycare Center of the Year" award goes to Saxony
Important foundations for life are laid during childhood and adolescence. An award is intended to honor those who make a special contribution during this time.
Historic mill commemorates painter Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
The expressionist and "Brücke" co-founder Karl Schmidt-Rottluff is probably Chemnitz's most famous artist's son. This is now to be remembered more strongly at a historic location.
Heinevetter date with Marco Rose's wife
Nobody expected this. In a TV show, Leipzig coach Marco Rose embarrasses handball goalkeeper Silvio Heinevetter.
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.
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.
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.
Diakonie calls for donations for homeless people
A park bench is not a home, says Diakonie. Especially in the winter months, homeless people have a hard time. Donations are requested to alleviate their fate.
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.
Florian David Fitz is narrator in Sandmännchen short film
The Sandman will soon be 65 years old. A short film featuring the popular character has been produced for the first time in over 30 years to mark his birthday.
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?
Young people in Dresden and Leipzig implement ideas for climate protection
It's their future, it's their environment: in Dresden and Leipzig, young people will be able to participate in climate councils as the "voice of the future". Interested schools are now being sought.
Rock band Pankow releases farewell song after 13-year break
It all began in 1981 - and 2025 will be the end. The band Pankow will then go on a farewell tour. Now the Berliners' last single is being released.
Chemie Leipzig mourns the loss of legend "Spießer" Bauchspieß
It was a sensation in GDR soccer: Chemie Leipzig, a club that had been relegated after a restructuring of sports policy, became GDR champions. Bernd Bauchspieß played a big part in this.
Chemie Leipzig mourns the loss of club legend Bernd Bauchspieß
It was a sensation in GDR soccer a long time ago. Club Chemie Leipzig, which was relegated after a restructuring, became champions. Bernd Bauchspieß played a big part in this.
Heads of government campaign for better inclusion of people with disabilities
The inclusion of people with disabilities is the focus of the Minister Presidents' Conference in Leipzig. But without a solid financial basis, further development could come to a standstill.
Farewell tour takes Mireille Mathieu to Germany
She last toured Germany in 2018. Now Mireille Mathieu is returning with her last major tour. The pop icon wants more time for herself, as she says in an interview.
Leipzig Laughter Fair with Christian Ehring and Lisa Eckhart
The Leipziger Lachmesse satire festival has been inviting people to smile and reflect for 34 years. This year's program brings together up-and-coming artists and old acquaintances.
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?
Emigration of young people from East Germany continues
In 2023, more young people will have moved from the eastern German states to the west than vice versa. What does this mean for the age structure? And what about immigration from abroad?
Purple Disco Machine about home and success
This time, DJ Purple Disco Machine wanted to do things differently - and recorded the new record entirely in his home city of Dresden. Musically, he invites you to "Paradise".
Martina Gedeck makes her debut at the Semperoper as Mephisto's antagonist
She is one of Germany's leading actors. Her love belongs to language and music. For years, Martina Gedeck has been combining this outside of the movies - and she also knows the big stage.
Prinzen frontman Krumbiegel: I don't want to be cheesy
With his band Die Prinzen, Sebastian Krumbiegel sang about kissing and lots of money. His topics have changed in the meantime. His songs are now about his grandma, Freddie Mercury and hope.
"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.
Culture Minister Klepsch: The tone has become rougher
Barbara Klepsch has been in politics for over 20 years. She was Lord Mayor, Minister of Health and is now Minister of Culture and Tourism. She is concerned about the social climate.
Clemens Meyer put welcome money into Karl May books
The writer Clemens Meyer read all of Karl May's adventure books as a boy. They were even worth almost all of his welcome money after the fall of the Berlin Wall.
As Iago in "Othello" - Götz Schubert at the Lausitz Festival
He is known as the Görlitz TV detective and from popular crime series such as Tatort, Wilsberg, Bella Block and Kolleginnen. Götz Schubert is equally present in the theater - and at festivals.
Actor Götz Schubert gives theater priority over film and television
He is known as the Görlitz TV detective and from popular crime series such as Tatort, Wilsberg, Bella Block and Kolleginnen. Götz Schubert is equally present in the theater - and at festivals.
Co-inventor of the GDR television show 'Ein Kessel Buntes' Evelin Matt dies
She helped create one of the most popular programs on GDR television: Evelin Matt. Now the television producer has died. This has not only caused great sadness among her companions.
Daniel Aminati has good news for the fans
Fans have been worried about Daniel Aminati's wife Patrice for months. Fortunately, her cancer treatment is having an effect. She is now free of metastases.
Kaiser ratings rise: Great success for MDR television
Roland Kaiser once again turned the banks of the Elbe in Dresden into the "Kaisermania" show stage four times in front of the baroque silhouette of the old town. TV viewers all over Germany were interested.
Double in wax - Roland Kaiser at Madame Tussauds
Roland Kaiser has been giving concerts for half a century. The "Kaisermania" in Dresden is a cult event - he is now being given a special honor to mark his stage anniversary.
Santa Maria on the banks of the Elbe - "Kaisermania" in Dresden again
Every summer, pop singer Roland Kaiser turns the banks of the Elbe in Dresden into a show stage. The "Kaisermania" with concerts against the backdrop of the baroque old town skyline is a cult event - and always sells out.
Bundestag Vice-President Yvonne Magwas announces her retirement
Yvonne Magwas from Vogtland has been a member of the Bundestag since 2013. The CDU politician has now announced that she does not want to run again. In a personal statement, she looks to Saxony.
Exhibition at the Gerhard Richter Archive provides insight into the creative process
New exhibition at the Gerhard Richter Archive in Dresden shows works from the archive's own collection and on loan, including two new editions. Insights into the artist's multifaceted creative process.