In June 2025, German-British painter Karl Weschke would have turned 100. Weschke was well established in Britain, but less known in Germany. An anniversary exhibition will take place in Weschke's hometown of Gera. A new biography, ‘Painting Order out of Chaos’ by John Daly, has been presented in Dublin and will soon be translated into German. More info here.
The witty musical comedy duo Carrington-Brown return with their new show So British, blending music, humour and stories from their 20 years in Berlin — catch them live on stage in Germany.
Renowned organist and professor Henry Fairs, known for his international performances and prize-winning career, will be giving a series of concerts in Freiberg, Berlin, Stuttgart, Magdeburg, Marienstadt and more.
Ian Anderson and the band Jethro Tull are one of the most successful and enduring progressive rock bands in the world. In 1968, Jethro Tull made their first appearance in London. The band quickly built a fan base in small blues clubs and pubs throughout England, gaining widespread media and public recognition in 1969. They're touring Germany this autumn.
In October, the Kiezsalon returns to its familiar home, the Musikbrauerei, this year presenting British guitarist James Blackshaw, Beirut-based singer-songwriter Mayssa Jallad and San Francisco-based instrument maker Evicshen. Tickets here.
The world-renowned ensemble London Brass, known for its virtuosity and fresh sound from classical to James Bond, will perform in upcoming concerts in Hanover, Papenburg, Viersen and more. Check here for tickets and dates.
Lucy Woodward is a powerhouse singer whose soulful, impeccably controlled vocals will turn on a dime, from a runaway-train full-throttle intensity to a soft, slow burning sultry whisper, only to take you back into an inferno. Born in London, Lucy spent her childhood in New York and the Netherlands. She is the daughter of two classical musicians – her father a conductor and composer, and her mother an opera singer, musicologist, teacher, and belly dancer.
Rumour has it Nick Woodland once turned down the Rolling Stones. Whether true or not, he's hailed by the Süddeutsche Zeitung as “the most relaxed, best and most versatile rhythm and blues guitarist far and wide.” A studio collaborator with legends like Boney M., Donna Summer and The Clash, Woodland is now touring Germany—with stops in Fürth, Munich and more. Tour dates here.
At this year's Queen's Lecture on 6 November, Professor Adam Amara will explore how the next era of space exploration is bringing us closer to answering two of humanity's most profound questions: 'Where do we come from?' and 'Are we alone in the universe?'. More info here.
Inspired by Virginia Woolf’s Orlando, British director Katie Mitchell and writer Alice Birch explore one of the most dazzling heroes in literary history. More info and tickets here.