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European lawmakers approve resolution on the status in the ex-Yugoslavia region.

Annual theme for the Luisenburg Festival in Wunsiedel revealed as 'Collisions'; a sneak peek into the Open-Air Theatre's upcoming lineup.

European Legislature Passes Resolution on the Condition in the Ex-Yugoslavia States
European Legislature Passes Resolution on the Condition in the Ex-Yugoslavia States

European lawmakers approve resolution on the status in the ex-Yugoslavia region.

The Luisenburg Festival 2025 in Wunsiedel, Germany, is gearing up for an unforgettable season with a diverse lineup of theatre productions and music concerts. The festival's season motto, "Clashes," promises a thrilling blend of drama, romance, and adventure.

One of the highlights of the festival will be the production of Weber's romantic opera "Der Freischütz." In this tale of love and despair, young Max apprentices with forester Kuno to win his daughter Agathe's heart. However, due to several failed shots, Max ultimately makes a pact with the devil. The Saxon State Theatres will present this production, with musical support from the Elbland Philharmonie Sachsen orchestra.

Another intriguing production is "Hoppelpoppel or Jean Paul's Magic Land," a mix of biography and fictional story about the writer Jean Paul. The audience will learn about Jean Paul's humble childhood and youth, his urge to write, and his journey as a writer. This commissioned theater review by Franzobel is part of the festival's program.

For those who love musicals, "Soul for Soul - Freischütz, the Musical" is a must-see. This musical drama tells the myth of the Freischütz from the perspective of the fallen angel Samiel.

"The Neverending Story" will also be presented in two versions by the festival ensemble. This classic tale tells the story of young Bastian Balthasar Bux, who helps the childlike Empress of Phantásiens. The family version of "The Neverending Story" is suitable for children aged 6-12, schools, and kindergartens.

The program also includes a tribute to Tina Turner on July 16, and a concert of Giuseppe Verdi's "Nabucco" on July 15. In addition, Annett Louisan's Jubilee Concert is scheduled for September 5.

Seven theater pieces will be shown on the natural stage of rock in 2025. Among them, "The Three Musketeers," a cloak-and-dagger adventure set in 16th-century Paris, and "West Side Story," a tragic love story set in New York in the 1950s.

The Luisenburg Festival is eager to share these exciting shows with its audience. Stay tuned for more updates on the 2025 Luisenburg Festival.

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