Hollywood feeling at the open air: film music for the whole family!

Hollywood feeling at the open air: film music for the whole family!

On August 29, 2025, Friedenstein Castle in Gotha will be the venue for a very special event: The Friedenstein Open Air 2025 will delight with the “Sounds of Hollywood” concert format. Organized by the Thuringia Philharmonic Gotha-Eisenach, the curtain rises on a multimedia spectacle that attracts film fans and music lovers alike. The talented Stefan Fraas is the musical director, and visitors can look forward to a select selection of highlights from film music history.

The stage is accompanied by renowned soloists such as Annika Rioux, Myra Maud and Lewin Blümel, while Hagen Bickel plays the bass clarinet. Vocal ensemble Voc A Bella will also contribute to the performance. Pieces by internationally celebrated composers such as John Williams, Giorgio Moroder and Ennio Morricone are planned. The announced melodies from films such as “The Lord of the Rings”, “Armageddon” and “Guardians of the Galaxy”, to name just a few, are particularly well known. “Dirty Dancing” and “Play me the Song of Death” will also be heard, which will certainly make movie fans' eyes light up.

A visual feast for the senses

What would a concert be without the right experience? The organizers have taken precautions: two large screens will project images and scenes from the films presented, which, together with the music, will give you goosebumps. This concept makes the event an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Adults and children – everyone gets their money’s worth here. This can also be seen in the positive feedback from previous events.

The event not only pays homage to the great films, but also appeals to a diverse target group with its broad program. Cinema fans of all generations are warmly invited to be enchanted by the world of film music. Ticket sales have already begun in the ticket shop office of the Thuringia Philharmonic Gotha-Eisenach, which is located at Hauptmarkt 33 in Gotha. Opening hours are Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you have any questions, please call the Philharmonic on 03621-751776 or send an email to tickets@thphil.de.

Part of the Thuringian cultural landscape

In the midst of the MDR Music Summer 2025, which runs from August 8th to September 7th, the Friedenstein Open Air is a highlight of the state's events. In addition to other events that take place in various places in Thuringia, the Open Air remains an unforgettable experience that attracts both the local cultural scene and national visitors. The Thuringia Philharmonic Orchestra has shown a good hand with this event by combining film and music in such an impressive way.

Don't miss out on being part of this once-in-a-lifetime experience - anticipation is high and tickets are in high demand. Anyone who has always wanted to immerse themselves in the world of film music has the opportunity to do so in a unique setting. For more information visit friedenstein-openair.de or gotha-aktuell.info.