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What’s on in Sweden: September 5 – 11

What’s on in Sweden: September 5th - 11th. R.E.M and international comedy in Stockholm; Pink Floyd tribute and championship golf in Gothenburg; Son of Dave and international dance in Malmö.

Published: 4 September 2008 13:42 CEST

REM, Golf pic: Martin Vojta, Bits of Bob's life

STOCKHOLM

R.E.M

US band R.E.M comes to Stockholm on Sunday. “Accelerate” is the name of the band’s first studio album since 2004 and has been one of the most eagerly awaited of 2008.

Recorded in Dublin, Vancouver and Athens R.E.M’s new album material will be unveiled to Stockholmers at Globen and not Stadion as previously scheduled.

Support from The Disciplines and Editors.

Price: 495-595 kronor

Location: Globen

Time: Sunday September 7th, 7pm

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

More information: www.globearenas.se

World Cup Qualifying – Sweden vs Hungary

The Swedish football team hosts Hungary at Råsunda Stadium in Solna on Wednesday as its World Cup 2010 campaign gathers pace.

Injuries to Anders Svensson and Christian Wilhelmsson mean that coach Lagerbäck is forced into making a few uncharacteristic changes to his usual line up.

Price: 200-570 kronor

Location: Råsunda Stadium, Solna

Time: Tuesday September Friday August 22nd

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

More information: www.svenskfotboll.se

US Stand Up – Doug Stanhope

Doug Stanhope, the US social protest comic, will make his debut performance in Sweden on Saturday. Stanhope will be offering up his views on medicinal marijuana, abortion, paedophilia and other sumptuous subjects, ably supported by Swedish comedian and provocateur Henrik Schyffert.

Price: 350 kronor

Location: Södra Teatern, Mosebacke torg 1-3

Time: Saturday September 6th, 7.30pm

Tickets: www.sodrateatern.com

More information: www.sodrateatern.com

Aussie Stand Up – Carl Barron

Well-known Aussie stand up comic Carl Barron is performing live at Stockholm’s Hard Rock Café on Wednesday.

If that is not enough to get your juices flowing compatriot Jeff Dunham will be releasing his new DVD – ‘Spark of Insanity’. Get there early!

Price: 150 kronor

Location: Hard Rock Café, Sveavägen 75

Time: Wednesday September 10th, 9pm

Tickets: Call the Hard Rock Café on 08 545 494 00

More information: www.hardrock.se

GOTHENBURG

The Gunner’s Dream – Echoes of Pink Floyd

A magical afternoon with 10-man band The Gunner’s Dream. The group will present “Echoes of Pink Floyd” featuring the entire repertoire from the legendary British band’s albums, The Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here.

A spectacular light, sound and picture show in true Floydian style completes the experience.

Price: 250 kronor

Location: Storan, Kungsparken 1

Time: Friday September 5th, 8pm

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

More information: www.storan.nu

European Challenge Tour Golf 2008

Hills Golf Course in Mölndal welcomes the stars of today and tomorrow as it hosts an event on the European Challenge Golf Tour for the first time.

144 of Europe’s top players will be competing over 72 holes for the €140,000 top prize which will be decided after Sunday’s final round.

Price: Free of charge

Location: Hills Golf Club, Hills väg, Mölndal

Time: Thursday September 4th – Sunday September 7th

More Information: www.hillsgolfclub.se

Mushroom Exhibition

See, feel and smell more than 100 varieties of mushroom from the heart of the Swedish forests.

Mushroom experts will be there to guide you daily from 1pm-3pm.

Location: Gothenburg Botanical Gardens, Carl Skottbergsg. 22A

Time: Tuesday September 9th – Sunday September 14th, 10pm-4pm.

More information: www.botaniskatradgarden.se

MALMÖ

Mark Kozelek with Sun Kil Moon (US)

US singer/songwriter Mark Kozelek and front man of Sun Kil Moon and Red House Painters comes to Debaser on Saturday.

Sun Kil Moon released its third studio album, “April” on April 1st 2008 featuring guest vocals from Will Oldham and Ben Gibbard.

Price: 160 kronor

Location: Debaser, Norra Parkgatan 2

Time: Saturday September 6th, from 6pm

Tickets:www.tickster.com

More Information: www.debaser.se

Bits of Bob’s life – Phillippe Blanchard (Fr)

A new creation by Anglo-French choreographers Gemma Higginbotham & Philippe Blanchard – Bits of Bob’s life is the second part in the Adekwhat trilogy on identity.

With humour and frenetic stage presence the five multinational actors explore the “place called home” and its importance in “today’s cosmopolitan and transient society where ephemeral dwellings become commonplace and the ease of access to information and travel sparks curiosity.”

“This evokes confusion and questions and most importantly the search for a fine balance between past, present and future.”

Price: 150 kronor

Location: Inkonst Teatern, Bergsgatan 29

Time: Friday September 5th & 6th, 7pm

Tickets: www.kulturcentralen.nu

More Information: www.inkonst.com.se

Son of Dave (UK/Can)

Jazz in Malmö’s first concert of the autumn affords the chance to see Son of Dave. Dressed like a 1940s private eye, the harmonica-playing jazz, blues and r&b bites in to the soul like few others.

Son of Dave describes himself as “the toothless bastard that plays on the street, but has chosen to take the whole thing one step further.”

Price: 80 kronor

Location: Babel, Spångatan 38

Time: Saturday September 6th, 8pm

More Information: www.jazzimalmo.com

Subject Index

Four artists from New York and Paris are in Malmö with curator Gabrielle Giattino in Sweden’s first residency program for art curators – Residency Far Away So Close 2008.

Price: 40 kronor

Location: Malmö Museum of Art, Malmöhusvägen

Time: Friday September 5th – Tuesday September 9th, 10am

More Information: www.malmo.se

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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