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What's on in Sweden: November 21st – 27th. International Film Festival & Mali Bluesman in Stockholm; the search for Lucia & Lambchop in Gothenburg; Jose Carrerras in Malmö

Published: 20 November 2008 13:42 CET

STOCKHOLM

International Film Festival

Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone and prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone, because this weekend sounds the start of the 19th Stockholm International Film Festival.

Steven Soderbergh’s Argentina, Rian Johnson’s The Brothers Bloom, Laurent Cantet’s The Class, Oliver Stone’s W and Baz Luhrman’s Australia are just a handful of what’s on show over the 11 day festival of film.

Wong Kar Wai and Charlotte Rampling are this year’s guests of honour.

Price: 220 kronor for the obligatory festival card and then from 50 kronor/film

Location: Cinemas across the city

Time: Thursday November 20th – Sunday November 30th

Tickets: Film Festival Tickets

More information: Stockholm International Film Festival

Boubacar “Kar Kar” Traoré (Mali)

Boubacar Traoré, or Kar Kar as he is known to his fans, has a long career behind him. In the 1960s he Mali’s superstar in the class of Elvis Presley and his soulful blues retain their resonance and relevance today.

On Thursday The Bluesman from Mali plays Södra Teatern’s Kägelbanan.

Price: 195 kronor

Location: Kägelbanan, Södra Teatern, Mosebacke Torg 1

Time: Thursday November 27th, 8pm

Tickets: Tickets

More Information: Boubacar Traoré

Intercult: “I don’t know you but we may have a future together”

As part of the Intercult project the highly acclaimed Swedish artist Mikael Lundberg meets the emergent video artist from Romania, Cristina David. After a week of exploring Stockholm, they will build up an installation, present their work and discuss with you. The discussion will be conducted in English.

The Intercult project is a cooperation between diverse partners with the vision “to invigorate cultural life in Sweden with international experiences and influences, increasing diversity in the cultural sector.”

Price: Free of charge

Location: Intercult-Annexet, Nytorgsgatan 15 (Sandbacksgatan 8)

Time: Saturday November 22nd, 5pm – 7pm; Sunday November 23rd, 1pm – 4pm

More information: Intercult

DV8 Physical Theatre – To Be Straight With You

To Be Straight with You is a poetic but unflinching exploration of tolerance, intolerance, culture, religion and homo/sexuality. The performance is based on more than 80 interviews with men and women living in the UK by the cult modern dance company DV8.

DV8’s new production gives a frightening picture of reality and questions how society can unite religious beliefs with the human rights that apply to all regardless of sexuality, gender and cultural background.

Price: 270 kronor (discounts for those under-26)

Location: Dansens Hus, Barnhustorget

Time: Thursday November 20th – Saturday November 22nd, 7pm

More Information: DV8 Physical Theatre

GOTHENBURG

Gothenburg’s Lucia – The search begins

Yes, it’s coming up to that time of year again. When grown men wear pointy red hats and dress up as elves and star-boys, and earn their Christmas dinner by singing in parts with a group of the fairest of them all.

Gothenburg and GP have, since 1935, conducted a search for the city’s Lucia and raised a large amount of money for charity in the process.

This year’s round of concerts kick off in Tjolöholms Slott on Thursday and continues until Lucia Day on December 13th.

Location: Lucia Concerts

Tickets: Call Göteborgs Posten customer service on 031 – 624558

More information: Gothenburg’s Lucia

Lambchop (US)

Nashville band Lambchop have been one of the heavyweight names on the alternative scene for several years and the original orchestra can be anything from 8-17 members but always with Kurt Wagner in the midst.

Wagner’s deeply literary lyrics and precisely arranged songs are of the highest quality in the ears of Lambchop’s apprecionados.

The band seems keen on Sweden and this is the fifth consecutive occasion that they have included our northerly climes on their tour map.

Price: 220 kronor

Location: Sticky Fingers, Kasentorget

Time: Thursday November 21st, 8pm

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

More Information: Sticky Fingers

Noises Off

A farce in English about a farce. The play by Michael Frayn is about a theatre ensemble which is desperately trying to put together a play, Nothing On, while their private lives sabotage rehearsals and the performance.

Noises Off was awarded both the Evening Standard prize and Olivier Award for Best Comedy when it premièred in London.

The play is performed in English by the Gothenburg Drama Group.

Price: 120 kronor (100 kronor for students)

Location: Teaterhuset Mölndal, Baggaåkersgatan 8

Time: Tuesday 25th – Thursday November 27th, 7pm

Tickets: Noises Off Tickets

More information: Noises Off

MALMÖ

Jose Carreras (SPAIN)

World renowned tenor, Jose Carreras, sings at Malmö Arena on Friday evening.

Carreras, who came to prominence as on of “The Three Tenors” along with Luciano Pavarotti and Plácido Domingo, has included the southern Swedish town along with Norrköping on his “Mediterranean Passion Tour”.

Carreras is joined by the soprano Sabina Puertolas and backed up by the Malmö Symphony Orchestra.

Price: From 600 kronor

Location: Malmö Arena, Annetorpsvägen 2B

Time: Saturday November 22nd, 7.30pm

Tickets: Ticnet

More Information: Malmö Arena

Kathleen Edwards(CAN)

Continuing the Canadian theme at KB, this week the venue welcomes singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards to Malmö.

Edwards has been a favourite of the critics since the release of her debút album “Failer” in 2003. This year she has released her third album entitled “Asking for Flowers” with stories full of love, hope and humour that will help her adoring audience beat off the annual November blues.

Edwards completes her three date Sweden tour in Malmö and can be also be seen in the Stenhammarsalen in Gothenburg and at Debaser Slussen in Stockholm on Monday and Tuesday respectively.

Price: 150 kronor

Location: Kulturbolaget, Bergsgatan 18

Time: Wednesday November 26th, 9pm

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

More Information: kulturbolaget

Eight corona-safe events not to miss in Germany in October 2020

One of the displays at the Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival in 2019. Photo: DPA

The coronavirus pandemic has significantly disrupted Germany’s events calendar this year, with staple celebrations such as Oktoberfest being cancelled due to safety concerns.

But despite restrictions, organisers have adapted to the circumstances and put together corona-safe events that can be enjoyed by all (albeit at a safe distance).

Here are some of the most exciting events to look out for in October:

German Unity Day Exhibition: September 5th – October 4th

The commemorative exhibition is running over thirty days to allow social distancing to be maintained. Photo: DPA

The Tag der Deutschen Einheit (German Unity Day) is one of the nine nationwide public holidays in Germany and takes place on October 3rd every year.

It commemorates the formal completion of the reunification process between the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) and the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) after decades of division.

It is normally celebrated with open air concerts and attractions in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, but due to coronavirus things will look slightly different this year.

A special anniversary celebration on October 3rd at Potsdam’s Metropolis will be attended by only 240 guests, six times fewer than originally planned.

The event, which includes performances from musicians and interviews, will be broadcast for people to watch on television.

There’s also no need to miss out on celebrating entirely – a special open air exhibition is running in Potsdam, the capital of Brandenburg, until October 4th.

The exhibition has been extended to last thirty days to ensure that a safe distance can be maintained amongst visitors.

Berlin Leuchtet Illuminations: September 25th – October 4th

The light show at the Brandenburg Gate this year celebrates 30 years of German unity. Photo: DPA

It’s not too late to catch the tail end of Berlin’s spectacular illumination festival. As the darker evenings draw in, many of the city’s landmarks are being lit up with colourful projections, videos and laser shows.

The illuminated buildings are scattered all over the city, with some highlights including Gendarmenmarkt, the Brandenburg Gate and the Victory Column in Tiergarten.

It is asked that visitors maintain 1.5 metres distance and the wearing of face masks is recommended.

Halloween Horror Festival at Movie Park Germany: October 1st – November 8th

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Be warned: this event is most definitely not for the faint hearted! Head to Bottrop on North-Rhine Westphalia to test your wits in the horror mazes at Germany’s most popular Halloween Festival.

Various spooky attractions including gut-churning rides, live entertainment and haunted houses await those brave enough to visit, although most are only suited for those above the age of 16.

The park is open every Thursday to Sunday in October, as well as on November 1st and November 6th – 8th.

Advance booking is essential due to strict capacity limits, and no costumes are allowed – the only masks permitted this year are the mouth-nose coverings that prevent the spread of the virus!

European Month of Photography: October 1st – October 31st

The European Month of Photography has something to offer for everyone. Photo: DPA

This October sees Germany’s largest photography festival return to Berlin. The event has taken place every other year since 2004, and offers a wide range of exhibitions for photography enthusiasts to enjoy.

For the whole month of October, 100 galleries, photography schools, museums and other cultural institutions will offer the public a chance to see incredible work from 500 artists across Europe.

Exhibitions can be found all across the capital and also in the nearby city of Potsdam.

Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival: August 28th – December 6th

The festival boasts impressive pumpkin displays and fun-filled activities. Photo: DPA

A trip to Ludwigsburg is an essential for all those in awe of autumn, and makes for a fun day out for the whole family.

This year’s theme is music, with various impressive pumpkin displays paying tribute to famous artists ranging from Elvis to the Rolling Stones.

The programme also boasts an array of other activities: try your hand at pumpkin carving, sample pumpkin flavoured specialties or visit the pumpkin Santa Claus tent to get in the festive mood!

German Mozart Festival Augsburg: October 9th – October 31st

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Classical music fans won’t want to miss this celebration of the two of the greatest composers of all time, Beethoven and Mozart.

The German town of Augsburg, birthplace of Leopold Mozart (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s father), is hosting various concerts to celebrate the life and work of these two classical titans.

Events range from lower-key chamber music recitals to large-scale renditions of their most impressive symphonies, and includes performances from renowned soloists and orchestras.

Games Week Berlin: October 28th – October 30th

The gaming conference may be online this year, but there is still lots on offer. Photo: DPA

This year’s Games Week won’t be held in Berlin’s Kulturbrauerei as normal, but game lovers need not fear – an extensive online programme is available for everyone to enjoy.

The festival’s three strands – “Play Experience”, “Pro Experience” and “Art Experience” – offer something for everyone, from gaming enthusiasts to industry creatives.

Live ‘let’s plays’, multiplayer tournaments, interviews with gaming influencers and game development conferences are just some of the events available to those who purchase an online ticket.

Wine tasting along the Deutsche Weinstraße – Various dates in October

Despite cancellations, there are still plenty of chances to try some German wine. Photo: DPA

September and October marks grape harvesting season in Germany, meaning it is the perfect time to taste some of the best wines the country has to offer.

Sadly, many of the wine festivals that usually take place along the German Wine Route have been cancelled this year, but there are still ample opportunities that are too good to miss.

Take a weekend trip to the Bacchus Wine Festival in the town of Bad Dürkheim in Rhineland-Palatinate, where you’ll find live music, delicious food and plenty of wine.

Similar delights await visitors in the nearby Weisenheim am Sand, albeit at reduced capacity. The company BottleStops also offers group and private tours to visitors who want to get a taste of local wineries, a majority which are currently open.

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