Théâtre et spectacles dans le Sud-Tyrol

From July 2 to 22, 2025, the Merano Drama Festival presents the world premiere of “The Great Awakening” – a historical open-air play about Michael Gaismair, the Anabaptist movement, and the Tyrolean Peasants’ Wars, directed by Pepi Pittl. Performances take place at the unique festival area above Trauttmansdorff Castle, next to St. Valentine’s Church. The play combines history and the present with powerful imagery and a profound message. The Merano Festival is under the patronage of the European Region of Tyrol, the patronage of the province of South Tyrol and the patronage of the municipality of Merano and the district community of Burggrafenamt. ‘The Great Departure’ is the eighth world premiere in a row to be staged at the Merano Festival as part of the initiative for premieres and first performances.

Bolzano Danza is a leading festival of contemporary dance, both nationally and internationally. Organised by the Haydn Foundation, it brings its contagious energy to the city every July, attracting a diverse and enthusiastic audience. Inclusion, participation and sustainability are key to the festival. It is open to societal diversity and ready to capture our world in a state of flux – through the universal language of dance. The performances, which showcase the best contemporary choreographers and dancers and encompass a wide range of genres and languages, are centred around the Teatro Comunale, from which they radiate out to a number of prominent venues throughout the city, reshaping its perception thanks to projects involving artivism and social interaction. Alongside the performances, the festival also offers dance workshops of all styles organised by the Südtiroler Kulturinstitut.

Open-air theatre featuring the play "Bezahlt wird nicht!" by Dario Fo, performed in German, in the courtyard of the Lengmoos Commandery at 8.30 p.m. Ticket reservation: +39 346 1489971 (Mon–Fri from 12-2 p.m.) or online at www.rittnersommerspiele.com. Evening box office opens at 7:15 p.m. Admission: € 25. Open-air theatre in the Lengmoos Commandery at 8.30 p.m. "Bezahlt wird nicht!": If buying is a luxury, stealing is a duty by Dario Fo, adapted by Elke Hartmann. A humorous, socially critical uprising against greed, injustice, and the power of authority. Ritten Summer Stage is an annual open-air theater event held in the Commandery Lengmoos. It originated in the summer retreat era of the 17th century. Back then the nobility of Bolzano already found all sorts of diverting entertainment to pass their summer months on the mountain. And, theater could not be done without in order to guarantee for an estimable amusement experience. In 1973, this tradition was brought back to life when the Ritten Summer Stage (“Rittner Sommerspiele”) was born. However, it was no longer meant to be exclusive high-society entertainment but was made accessible to everyone.

Ginevra Panzetti/Enrico Ticconi ARA! ARA! A fantastical parade of hybrid creatures and vibrant fabrics, ARA! ARA! is the second part of a diptych by Ginevra Panzetti and Enrico Ticconi that explores the deeper nature of relationships. Throughout history, rising powers have not always chosen to be represented by majestic or fearsome creatures. At times, they have taken on the image of a more unusual animal: a lively, exotic bird – the parrot. Since antiquity, the bright colours and mythical animals of heraldic symbols have reflected political tensions, expressions of belonging, assertion, and power. A complex system of codes developed to distinguish opposing factions in battle. Following AeReA, ARA! ARA! once again draws on the folkloric tradition of flag-waving to investigate the symbolic power of the flag. At the centre is once again the image of the banner, now the vehicle for a reflection on the political nature of both individual and collective relationships.

Lia Rodrigues Encantado Movement, Memory, and the Fragility of Nature: The Unmatched Masterpiece by Brazilian Choreographer-Activist Lia Rodrigues. Eleven encantados—mysterious, sacred beings moving between sky and earth—emerge from an enormous multicoloured patchwork that fills the stage. Made from over 140 pre-loved blankets collected at markets across Brazil, this vibrant mix of animal prints and floral patterns is the true protagonist of the piece. In silence, light slowly reveals the tapestry, then gives way to a flood of colour and movement. The fabric is gradually taken apart and transformed into dresses, cloaks, and headpieces as the dancers’ gestures intensify in rhythm with the driving pulse of the music. Through her unmistakable style, Rodrigues blends registers and emotions to reflect on one of the most pressing issues of our time: the fragility of the natural ecosystem. Encantado speaks of human vulnerability with disenchanted clarity and poetic strength. This internationally acclaimed production has been on a nonstop world tour for the past four years and is now presented at Bolzano Danza for the first time. The performance contains scenes with nudity

Bolzano Danza presents a special encounter with Gisèle Vienne on the occasion of the French-Austrian choreographer and director’s presence at the Festival. The event will feature the presentation of the art book This causes consciousness for fracture, which retraces the artist’s work through the lens of photographer Estelle Hanania. The book is the result of a genuine, ongoing collaboration between the two artists: “Gisèle and I,” explains the author, “had the idea of creating a book that would be almost like a theatre piece in itself. A book with its own narrative and form, unfolding like a new four-handed creation, using photographs as material, which we would shape together to create a new space.” The concept is to start from different performative acts to generate something new, through a process of composing and manipulating drawings and printed paper, offering a visual experience that is both different and more immersive. Enrty free. In English language

Monday, 21.07.2025, 9 pm: "Flying piano". The performance makes part of the Festival OLALA.

Cherish Menzo DARKMATTER Hip-hop, science fiction and speculative futures: a powerful and enigmatic performance on body and identity. In DARKMATTER, choreographer and performer Cherish Menzo explores transformation, representation and perception through movement, sound and visual metaphor. Two dancers ceremonially cover their bodies in a dark liquid. A sudden blackout interrupts the scene. A face appears briefly—then vanishes. Time unfolds in fits and starts, and identity dissolves into flickering presence. Taking its title from a concept in astrophysics, where “dark matter” refers to what cannot be seen yet has mass, DARKMATTER interrogates how Black bodies are portrayed in visual culture, shaped by dominant narratives and inherited stereotypes. Inspired by the hip-hop remix technique known as “chopped and screwed,” the performance uses distortion, deceleration and dissonance as precise choreographic tools. The goal: to create new images of the body, beyond the prejudices and clichés of everyday life. Performance with loud music, strobe effects, and partial nudity.

Experience traditional folk culture in its most beautiful form! The enchanting Kastelruth folk dance group welcomes you to the village square for a rousing performance. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Alpine dances and be enchanted by the passion and elegance of our dancers. An unforgettable experience for the whole family awaits you. In case of thunderstorm or heavy rain the event will not take place.

In 2025, Adel Tawil will only perform at a few select open-air concerts, including the show on South Tyrol’s only lakeside stage, directly on Lake Kaltern. "Lieder", "So schön anders", "Alles Lebt" – every tour, every concert is an unforgettable live experience. Performing live means everything to Adel Tawil: “I love seeing the immediate reaction to my songs during concerts. Happy faces of all ages singing along – music is universal and brings people together. My lyrics contain a lot of personal experiences, and the feedback shows me that they not only entertain but can also make people think.” Adel Tawil is undoubtedly one of those artists whose messages have a powerful impact on people. Fully aware of this responsibility, his single “Menschenkinder”, with its clear message, holds special significance for him. “Menschenkinder” was first performed at the “Sound of Peace” peace concert in Berlin at the Brandenburg Gate in front of more than 100,000 people. Meanwhile, the Berlin native has released his fourth studio album, “Spiegelbild”, showcasing previously unseen sides of Adel Tawil. New sounds and new words – but at its core, unmistakably Adel: deeply personal and universally relevant. He possesses the rare gift of telling his own stories in a way that allows everyone to find an emotional connection. When Adel Tawil sings about himself, he is singing about all of us. That’s what makes him one of the most successful songwriters. One could list the hard facts: the many platinum and gold records, the countless awards, the number one hits. But what matters more is how much this Berlin artist and human being resonates with people. Adel Tawil is a magnet for audiences – in the best sense of the word. Anyone who has seen him live or met him in person finds it hard to resist his charisma. And those who attend one of his concerts almost always come back for more. Before his solo career, Adel Tawil was one half of the highly successful duo Ich + Ich, and he was also awarded numerous prizes for their many hits, including “Stark”, “So soll es bleiben”, “Lieder”, “Zuhause”, “Stadt”, “Ist da jemand”, and more. When: Tuesday, 22nd of July 2025 Beginning: 9 pm (Entry from 7 pm) Location: LIDO at Lake Kaltern Ticket price: € 49,- from 13 years; € 29,- for children under 12 years. Minors must be accompanied by an adult person

The Kreativ Ensemble was born in 1983 and is composed of instrumentalists belonging to important Italian orchestras (Orchestra of Padua and Veneto, Orchestra dei Pomeriggi Musicali of Milan, Orchestra Haydn of Bolzano and Trento). He performs in String Quartet, basic training, in quintet and octet. He collaborates with prestigious soloists performing the most beautiful pages of the chamber repertoire from the eighteenth century to the present day. The Kreativ Ensemble is regularly invited to the most important Italian and international Festivals such as: Pesaro Festival, Suoni delle Dolomiti, Musicastello, Bolzano Estate, Rome Jubilee 2000, Pomeriggi Musicali of Milan, International Festival of Bergamo and Brescia.

From classical painting to pop icons: a journey through our collective visual memory in its Italian premiere. Inspired by the unfinished Mnemosyne Atlas by art historian Aby Warburg, This is la mort explores recurring forms and themes that shape our visual culture. On stage, Zoé Lakhnati assembles figures from different times and places — conquerors, heroes, entertainers — seemingly unshakable presences who, in turn, reveal their failures, their downfall, and their potential end. Using visual techniques such as glitching and morphing, images are juxtaposed, extended and transformed, suggesting new ways of reading figures, symbols, and movements. This is la mort lingers on the irretrievable gesture of an ending, asking which images accompany us, consciously or not, and how they reverberate through our bodies. Dramatized, infused with fear or theatrical excess, these representations appear and dissolve on stage, shaping a living atlas of collective memory. Before the performance: At 5:15 PM, a guided tour of the collection exhibition Under the Spell of Duchamp by the Antonio Dalle Nogare Foundation will take place. Participation is only possible with prior registration when purchasing tickets.

Tanz Bozen/Bolzano Danza ist national und international eines der bedeutendsten Festivals für zeitgenössischen Tanz. Jeden Juli versetzt es Bozen in Schwingung und lockt ein neugieriges Publikum in die Stadt. Die Stiftung Haydn, seit 2015 Organisator des Festivals, legt Wert auf ein inklusives, partizipatives und nachhaltiges Festival, das eine diverse Gesellschaft widerspiegelt und globale Veränderungen in die universelle Sprache des Tanzes überträgt. Herausragende zeitgenössische Choreografien, internationale Gäste und unterschiedliche Genres verschmelzen zu einem facettenreichen Programm. Dreh- und Angelpunkt des Festivals ist das Bozner Stadttheater. Daneben werden auch zahlreiche weitere Orte in der Stadt bespielt. Die Workshops, die das Südtiroler Kulturinstitut organisiert, erlauben es Interessierten, erste Erfahrungen in den verschiedensten Tanzstilen zu sammeln oder ihre Fähigkeiten auszubauen.

Gisèle Vienne CROWD A journey beyond the edge of night, choreographed with hypnotic precision by one of the most acclaimed figures in contemporary dance. Drawing inspiration from the rave parties of 1990s East Berlin — held in abandoned warehouses and underground clubs — Gisèle Vienne creates a powerful reflection on freedom, collectivity and resistance. The performance unfolds as a hallucinatory ritual of light, shadow, sound and movement. Within this sensory density, a series of deeply relatable human portraits emerges: euphoric, intimate, wounded, defiant. Vienne shifts the focus from linear chronology to emotional time, expanding perception and slowing down the experience of the present. At its core, Crowd is a response to the pain and resilience of bodies shaped by systems of control. Through distortion, stillness and repetition, Vienne gives voice to these bodies, caught in the tension between oppression and liberation. With the support of the Fondazione Nuovi Mecenati – the Franco-Italian foundation for contemporary creation.

A sultry summer evening. At the lake. Music that goes under the skin and rhythm that won’t let you stand still. The Lake stage performances thrill us once again with three exclusive concerts on South Tyrol’s unique lake stage. Get charmed by three exclusive concerts, international artists and a fairy-tale backdrop - The Lake Stage performances 2025 are waiting for you! Save the date Tuesday 22nd of July, 2025 Adel Tawil Tuesday 29th of July, 2025 Al Bano & Band Tuesday 5th of August, 2025 Anastacia Further information and ticket reservation: Tourist Information Center Caldaro/Kaltern, T. 0039 0471 963 169, www.kaltern.com, info@kaltern.com

Tuesdays are held cultural, musical summer evenings in the yard of Schlandersburg castle. Experience the lively atmosphere in the most important Renaissance building of Venosta Valley. July 22, 2025 – Venusta Musica Pianist Oliver Stilin and talented violinist Franziska Telser enchant the audience with magical sounds. Together with the wonderful voice of Ramona Zueck and gifted young musicians as special guests. July 29, 2025 – Venusta Musica David Frank and Magdalena Oberstaller take you on a musical journey titled "Blues meets Alpine Folk", where the rhythms of blues meet the melodies of Alpine folk music. August 5, 2025 – Opas Diandl The new program Riarn & Gspiarn (meaning “stirring and feeling” for non-Tyroleans) draws directly from the playing style of Alpine musical traditions. August 12, 2025 – Factory Cult classics from the 60s, 70s, and 80s – hits by Santana, Pink Floyd, and the Rolling Stones. “Factory” brings these timeless tunes to life at Schlandersburg. August 19, 2025 - Flouraschworz The quartet "FLOURASCHWORZ", named after a black-haired beauty from the texts of Luis Stefan Stecher, consists of Hannes Ortler (born 1974), who plays harmonium, accordion, melodica, and clarinets, and Michl Reissner (born 1980), responsible for drums and percussion. Both work as music teachers and are graduates of the C. Monteverdi Conservatory in Bolzano. The third member is bassist Franco Micheli (born 1969), who developed his skills in various fusion and jazz ensembles. The fourth, Heiner Stecher (born 1962), is the singer and guitarist of Flouraschworz — a passionate bard, bandleader during his school and university years, and later guitarist in a jazz band. In 2014, he joined forces with the trio to create original music free from strict stylistic boundaries, nurturing his singer-songwriter ambitions. The name FLOURASCHWORZ unmistakably represents the Vinschgau Valley, the home region of the four musicians. It stands for poetry and a deep connection to this high Alpine valley, for catchy melodies and singable songs in the Vinschger dialect. Through their newly interpreted “Korrnrliadrn” (grain songs), they express a renewed cultural self-awareness.

We cordially invite you to a concert in the parish church of Kastelruth. The concert will start at 21:00 and will be performed by a top-class ensemble consisting of choir and orchestra. Various well-known works from the classical repertoire and from hymns will be performed. The concert offers you the opportunity to enjoy the uniqueness of the parish church of Kastelruth. A beautiful place that captivates both for its architecture and for its exceptional acoustics. Enjoy the music in a unique atmosphere and let yourself be enchanted by the sounds of the famous composers.

By Paolo Sorrentino – Italy/USA 2011 – 118 minutes Cheyenne, a former rock star, lives comfortably in Dublin at the age of 50 with his wife Jane, still dressing and wearing makeup like in his stage days. The death of his estranged father prompts him to return to New York, where he discovers that his father had an obsession: seeking revenge for a humiliation suffered in a concentration camp. Cheyenne decides to continue the quest from where his father had to abandon it, embarking on a journey across the United States. As part of the Strade diverse series. Free admission.

Gasoline, rituals and harpsichord: a ferocious duel inRadio Vinci Park, choreographer and performer François Chaignaud and Golden Lion-winning director Théo Mercier transform this setting into an arena of confrontation, ritual and ambiguity. To the baroque sounds of the harpsichord, played live by longtime collaborator Marie-Pierre Brébant, two figures face off: a fantastical, semi-nude being adorned with bracelets of castanets and bells, and a motionless motorcyclist, fully masked and mounted on his mechanical steed. Through gestures of taming, abduction, duel and aggression, the piece unfolds as a strange and powerful vision — a surreal, ceremonial battle at the edge of control and performance. Festival visitors have free access to the Bolzano Fair parking lot Standing performance

Tanz Bozen/Bolzano Danza ist national und international eines der bedeutendsten Festivals für zeitgenössischen Tanz. Jeden Juli versetzt es Bozen in Schwingung und lockt ein neugieriges Publikum in die Stadt. Die Stiftung Haydn, seit 2015 Organisator des Festivals, legt Wert auf ein inklusives, partizipatives und nachhaltiges Festival, das eine diverse Gesellschaft widerspiegelt und globale Veränderungen in die universelle Sprache des Tanzes überträgt. Herausragende zeitgenössische Choreografien, internationale Gäste und unterschiedliche Genres verschmelzen zu einem facettenreichen Programm. Dreh- und Angelpunkt des Festivals ist das Bozner Stadttheater. Daneben werden auch zahlreiche weitere Orte in der Stadt bespielt. Die Workshops, die das Südtiroler Kulturinstitut organisiert, erlauben es Interessierten, erste Erfahrungen in den verschiedensten Tanzstilen zu sammeln oder ihre Fähigkeiten auszubauen.

On almost every Wednesday evening in July and August, Andrian becomes an even more special meeting place - a place to enjoy the warm summer nights. Wine evenings alternate with aperitif evenings, and one Wednesday evening is dedicated to the kids. Local music groups guarantee you a pleasant atmosphere and a good mood. Various summer specialties are served: on some evenings it's finger food, on other evenings we offer warm dishes, always accompanied by either wines of the Andrian winery or aperitifs and other delicious drinks. On these evenings, you may fully enjoy the moment. Programme 02.07.2025 | 19:00 – 21:00 Uhr | Festplatz – party location in the Andrian forest PEPPI & DIE HAISLRAGGLER Pop, Jazz, Bossa Nova, Wienerlied, Gipsy Swing Aperitifabend – aperitif evening APEANDRIAN 09.07.2025 | 19:00 – 22:00 Uhr | Dorfplatz – village square ENSEMBLE FRANZ BAUR Wine & Food & Music 16.07.2025 | 19:00 – 21:00 Uhr | Festplatz – party location in the Andrian forest Geschwister KARNUTSCH Ziehharmonika & Gitarre | "Ziehharmonika" & Guitar Aperitifabend – aperitif evening APEANDRIAN 23.07.2025 | 19:00 – 22:00 Uhr | Dorfplatz – village square BLECH & FRECH Wine & Food & Music 30.07.2025 | 19:00 – 21:00 Uhr | Festplatz – party location in the Andrian forest DUO MIT SCHWUNG Lukas und Markus mit „Ziachorgel“ | music played on the traditional "Ziehharmonika" Aperitifabend – aperitif evening APEANDRIAN 06.08.2025 | 19:30 Uhr | Festplatz – party location in the Andrian forest DIE GLÜCKSFORSCHER von Marc Becker open-air theatre for kids and teens in German language 13.08.2025 | 20:00 Uhr | Villa Weinberg conTakt Percussion-Group 20.08.2025 | 19:00 – 22:00 Uhr | Dorfplatz – village square SEKONDHEND Wine & Food & Music

Come and meet owls, screech owls, barn owls and other feathered friends in the middle of the night! Mario, the falconer, will gladly let you in on the secrets of the day and especially the night birds of prey, with which he has had a very special relationship for years. Which one? Find out for yourself during this nocturnal visit of the Owl Park. The evening includes an introduction followed by a guided tour of the park. The guided tours are usually only in Italian!

The artist dedicates an acoustic concert to the fans of Bologna FC 1909. Begin at 9:00 p.m. - Free admission, reserve tickets on Eventbrite. From 6:30 p.m.: Pre-program with "The Small One" and food stalls

Mette Ingvartsen Delirious Night Italian Premiere When the sun sets, a delirious night begins — full of energy, ecstasy and mystery. For the first time in Italy, Mette Ingvartsen’s explosive new performance invites us to abandon the rules of everyday life and make space for collective surrender. In Delirious Night, nine dancers give in to an unstoppable wave of movement. Driven by bursts of contagious energy, they plunge into a world of uncontrolled sensations, where joy and sadness, hedonism and exorcism intertwine in a shared, ecstatic experience. Accompanied by the live percussion of Australian musician Will Guthrie, founder of the ensemble Nist-Nah, Delirious Night explores excessive states of movement to ask how loss of control can become a social and political act. Referencing historical “dancing manias” and post-pandemic emotional fatigue, the performance challenges ideas of “normal” behaviour, offering a wild, liberating response to the constraints of the present. This performance contains scenes with partial nudity. With the support of the Flemish Authorities, the Flemish Community Commission (VGC), Tax Shelter of the Belgian Federal Government and the Danish Arts Council.

Summer Cinema at Amadeus Ora & Amore Popcorn & Drinks 20:00 Film 21:00 Free Entry

Feast on the square in front of the Kulturhaus Vals At 21:00: Farewell to the team from the fans

After the success of the last years, San Candido is also this year partner of the 34th International Festival of street art "OLALA". Groups of different countries will delight the audience with their extraordinary, funny and colorful performances. We offer you a colorful and diversified Program with artistry, acrobatics, comedy and street music. Monday, 21.07.2025, 9 pm: "Flying piano" program friday, 25.07.2025: 14:00 - 17:00 h: Zirkusworkshop - Pflegplatz / Piazza del Magistrato 16:30 - 17:00 h: Lukasz Puczko - Burek - walking act 17:00 - 18:00 h: Cie Deracinemoa - Tourista - St. Michaelsplatz / Piazza San Michele 18:00 - 18:45 h: Orchestre International du Vetex - walking act 18:00 - 18:30 h: Lukasz Puczkok - Maryisa - walking act 18:30 - 19:00 h: Ricoarct “Die Köche” – “i cuochi” - walking act 19:00 - 19:30 h: Manoamano - St. Michaelsplatz / Piazza San Michele 19:30 - 20:00 h: Teatro Per Caso “Flamingos” - walking act 20:00 - 20:30 h: Oakleaf Stelzentheater - walking act 20:30 - 21:00 h: Insolits Fashion Lamps - walking act 21:00 - 21:45 h: Rusty Brass “Invasioni Barbariche”- walking act

Cie AmieAmi La Reverdie Bambini A colourful dance journey about friendship, transformation and the wonder of encountering the other. A colourful dance journey about friendship, transformation and the wonder of encountering the other. Two brightly coloured beings from an unknown world travel side by side on their glowing pods. Beneath their feet, shimmering traces of gold and silver appear. They spin endlessly like DNA spirals — half human, half animal, always in motion. On their quiet journey through mysterious, shifting landscapes, they gradually draw closer, discovering both the unfamiliar and the familiar in one another. When their bodies touch, a new green skin begins to grow: a shared transformation, echoing the joyful rituals of spring once celebrated in ancient festivals. Inspired by Little Blue and Little Yellow, the beloved children’s book by Leo Lionni, this gentle and colorful performance celebrates the value of being different and the beauty of creating something new, together. Language: Italian With the support of the Fondazione Nuovi Mecenati – the Franco-Italian foundation for contemporary creation.

Let's celebrate the power of dance and the magic of movement together! With an event that is unique for Bolzano – and even for Italy. Inspired by the famous 1 km de danse of the Centre National de la Danse in France, ExtraDanza will spread as a joyful wave on the banks of the Talvera/Talfer, creating a mosaic of movement, emotion and color. Dancers, interested people, dance enthusiasts and passers-by as well as teachers and workshop participants are invited to celebrate the diversity of dance and dance styles in all its facets on this open-air stage. Three stations invite you on a journey through the languages of dance: some styles such as Lindy Hop, Pop, Jazz, Contemporary, Modern Taylor or Flamenco will be presented, enriched by inputs from the local dance scenes. This celebration of dance concludes with a stunning performance. Let's be inspired by the vibe of this day! Saturday, 26th July 2025, 5 pm | Prati Talvera/Talferwiesen Bozen A cooperation of Stiftung Haydn and Südtiroler Kulturinstitut These workshops are part of the event ExtraDanza. Workshop participants may choose if they would like to be involved and to present material that was developed over the workshop week: - Flamenco Empirico (B-C) with Juan Carlos Lérida - Pop Repertory (B-C) with Yurena Molina Torres - Lindy Hop (A-B + KIDS 13-14) with Christiane Beinl - Afro Caribbean (0-A) with Chantal Loïal - American Jazz (B) with Sam Watson - Modern Taylor (B) with Sharon Booth - Contemporary (C) with Jennifer Mann - Latin Jazz (0-A) with Juanjo Hinojosa - Latin Jazz (KIDS 11-12 + 13-14) with Juanjo Hinojosa