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Wagner's legacy: Ceremony in Chemnitz for the 175th anniversary of Lohengrin”!
On November 14, 2025, a lecture in the Chemnitz City Library will provide information about Richard Wagner's influence and his connection to the city.
Wagner's legacy: Ceremony in Chemnitz for the 175th anniversary of Lohengrin”!
In Chemnitz on November 14th everything revolves around Richard Wagner! On the occasion of the 175th anniversary of the premiere of “Lohengrin” in Weimar, the city library in TIETZ invites you to a musical lecture. From 5:30 p.m., opera singer Petra Koziel will discuss the connections between the city of Chemnitz and the famous composer. The event promises to vividly illuminate Wagner's rare stays in Chemnitz and his artistic absence.
But that's not all. The music this evening will be accompanied by the talented soprano Maraike Schröter and the pianist Claudia Lang, which gives the whole thing a festive setting. Admission is free, but a donation to the theater support association is requested. Another highlight of the event will be an exhibition: props from Wagner's performances in the opera house as well as a handwritten letter from Wagner from 1875, which was restored with the support of the Robert Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra, will also be on display. The cooperation between the Chemnitz City Theater and the Chemnitz City Library shows the close connection between the cultural institutions in this city.
Cultural roots and historical connections
But why Wagner? The composer not only shaped German music, but also left his mark on Chemnitz during his time. [freipresse.de] reports that the event not only focuses on Wagner's artistic achievements, but also on the work of his theater directors and bandmasters in Chemnitz. This discussion opens new perspectives on Wagner's influence in the region.
The event is a must not only for music lovers, but also for citizens interested in culture. The library calls for people to join in www.stadtbibliothek-chemnitz.de/buchen Register to secure your place. Media representatives are also warmly invited to report on this cultural event.
The anticipation for the lecture is already noticeable, and the people of Chemnitz are enthusiastic. A joint immersion in the work of Richard Wagner and his connections to the city promises not only an entertaining but also an educational experience. If you would like to find out more about these and other cultural events, you can find information at chemnitz.de.