Nahaufnahme eines Mikrofons auf Bühne mit unscharfem Hintergrund in Konzertatmosphäre.
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Poetry Slam

Word art on Hamburg's stages.

Experience culture. Poetry Slam in Hamburg

Hamburg stands for art and culture through and through. And over the years, poetry slams have gained a firm place in Hamburg's cultural programme. Those who want to see young lyrical talents have the opportunity to do so in Hamburg almost every week. The young poet scene meets here regularly on stage to compete and inspire the audience. And with the "artistic duels", the city even has its own unofficial championship. Here, you'll find an overview of current events and the most frequent venues.

    The home of the Poetry Slam in Hamburg.

    Amber Run
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    Amber Run

    Amber Run consists of frontman Joe Keogh, bassist Tomas Sperring and keyboardist Henry Wyeth, and has managed not only to keep going, but to achieve success by making music together according to their own vision. The trio first captivated audiences in 2014 with the release of »5AM«, where they built a lasting relationship with a fan base that could identify with their deeply moving lyrics.

    With their subsequent albums »For A Moment, I Was Lost«, »Philophobia«, and »How To Be Human«, the band has continued to provide the soundtrack to the lives of people around the world, with songs that often capture the more difficult moments of life. Over the years, their 2014 single »I Found« has taken on a life of its own: it currently stands at over half a billion streams and has become a viral success, appealing to a new generation of fans on TikTok, where millions of people have created videos inspired by the song.


    In 2025, Amber Run released brand new versions of »I Found« and »5AM« as well as feature versions with British singer Freya Ridings and Canadian singer Billianne – a tribute to the importance of their music to millions of people around the world. In 2026, Amber Run returns, stripping their songs down to their vulnerable corefor an acoustic show.

    PERFORMERS

    Amber Run band

    Amber Run
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    Art of Impossible — an intimate evening of theatrical magic and self-discovery.

    "Art of Impossible" is an exclusive evening of theatrical magic by Dr. Alex Romanoff, magician and historian.

    Hosted in Hamburg’s Zaubermuseum Bellachini – a private collection curated by Wittus Witt – the show takes you on a journey through the art and history of magic. Blending storytelling, humour, and participation, Dr. Romanoff explores why humans are drawn to the impossible and how our perception of mystery reveals something about ourselves.

    This is not a traditional magic show but an interactive cultural experience where amazement meets reflection. Whether you come with a partner, a friend, or family, it’s a night for adults who enjoy intelligent entertainment and meaningful conversation — an evening that combines curiosity, laughter, and discovery.

    Limited to only 20 guests, each performance creates a rare closeness between artist and audience.

    Art of Impossible — an intimate evening of theatrical magic and self-discovery.
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    Artsy into spring

    On 11 March 2026, the exhibition ‘Artig in den Frühling’ will open at 6 p.m. at the wineBank Hamburg. The popstreet.shop gallery is providing a number of pop art and street art works that illustrate the breadth of these art movements. Visitors should pay particular attention to ‘Skuff’ from Oslo. This newcomer shines with an incredibly delicate stencil technique that characterises her spray paintings. Also on display – and equally remarkable – are works by the artist CRIB, also from Oslo, who is likely already known to many as Norway's pop art queen. Works by Sabina Bredemeier and liz_art_Berlin round out the exhibition.

    Artsy into spring
    bee4change: Lesekreis für Kinder
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    bee4change: Lesekreis für Kinder

    In cooperation with bee4change eV, the Osdorfer Born library offers a reading group for primary school children with refugee and migration backgrounds. Come join us, discover new books, and improve your reading skills!

    The volunteer mentors read exciting stories and encourage the children to read themselves and thus train their reading skills.

    The reading group is for children aged 6 to 9. It takes place weekly in the Osdorfer Born library.

    Registration is possible via email to lema.wardak@bee4change.eu or by phone at 0176 578 259 36 .

    bee4change: Lesekreis für Kinder
    Belladonna - Galli Theater Hamburg e.V
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    Belladonna

    In a multifaceted play of transformation, a young woman explores the question of whether one can learn acting at home. She finds an answer that her mother doesn't like at all. Comedy blends with the profound questions that arise when one delves into the question: Who am I, really?

    A wonderful comedy by Johannes Galli, witty, clever and touching.

    Belladonna

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