Weekly Preview, December 16-19, from Slam to Symphony - all live
Wiesbaden’s cultural scene is buzzing this week with a packed schedule of events. From opera and poetry to AI workshops and festive concerts, the city offers something for everyone. The line-up also includes improv shows, classical performances, and even a drag-themed winter wonderland.
Meanwhile, three well-known figures—politician Julia Klöckner, banker John Cryan, and ABBA’s Benny Andersson—are celebrating birthdays this week.
The week begins on Tuesday with two contrasting events. Poetry Slam 43 will take place for spoken-word enthusiasts, while the Hessian State Theatre hosts Christmas Songs Around the Globe, showcasing festive music from different cultures.
On **Wednesday**, the thalhaus theater presents *Gina & Glinda in Winter Wonderland*, a drag performance set in a magical holiday world. Later that evening, the Hessian State Theatre will stage its **3rd Symphony Concert**, featuring classical works. **Thursday** shifts focus to technology and music. The Future Lab runs an **AI Winter Workshop**, exploring artificial intelligence trends. Meanwhile, Das Wohnzimmer hosts the **WAV X-Mas Session**, a live music event with a festive twist. **Friday** brings high culture and quirky entertainment. The Staatstheater Wiesbaden opens its production of Verdi’s *La traviata*, while Bühne Schlossplatz welcomes Alex Schmeisser’s *Cold Noses Concert*, a lighthearted show for animal lovers. The week closes on **Saturday** with an evening of spontaneous creativity. Henrik von Wezumbe leads an **improv workshop**, joined by Anna Müller on vocals, Jonas Schmidt on saxophone, Clara Fischer on piano, and Marco Alvarez on drums. The session promises laughter, music, and unexpected performances. Beyond scheduled events, Wiesbaden’s advent celebrations continue with open-air concerts, elf-themed workshops, and live music popping up across the city.
This week’s programme blends tradition with innovation, from opera classics to cutting-edge AI discussions. The mix of poetry, drag, improv, and symphonic concerts ensures a lively atmosphere in the run-up to the holidays. With birthdays for three notable figures, the week also marks personal milestones alongside public entertainment.
