“Wer kennt es nicht?” Who doesn’t know it? That’s how many Germans feel about Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten. This artwork brings to life the fairy tale of the musical animals.
Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten translates to The Town Musicians of Bremen. The story features a donkey, a dog, a cat and a rooster. They band together showing that they are strong as a group. Together, they are able to drive away the evil robbers.
But why are Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten in Dresden?
Well, this story has a special Dresden twist. Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten came to Dresden. They wanted to celebrate the spring festival at the “Kleiner Globus” daycare center.
The actors, young and old, were thrilled. They were finally able to perform on the stage. The performance took place in the children’s restaurant. Spanish, Arabic, Russian and German families participated in the show.
The performance was a sell-out. Tickets were only 0.50 EUR per person. Before and after the show, small artworks were sold. Thanks to ticket and picture sales, they collected 170 EUR. The money was used to buy new theater curtains.
Maryna from the Bienengruppe led the way. She is the studio manager and director. She was responsible for the stage design and costumes.
Dresden offers beauty and culture. It is often called “Florence on the Elbe”. You can quickly reach the Old Town with its Baroque buildings. There are many interesting museums and attractions nearby.
Dresden has a rich history. It began as a Slav village called Drezdzany. This means “Forest Dwellers on the Plain”. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Dresden was modernized. Augustus II created the Zwinger complex which is packed with art.
Dresden was almost completely destroyed by bombing raids in 1945 during World War II. Much of the city was rebuilt. Dresden became part of East Germany after the war. After Germany reunified, Dresden prospered.
Today, Dresden is a beautiful city with much to enjoy. Consider visiting Augustusbrücke which is a perfect place to start. It crosses the Elbe River in the center of Dresden. You can see both the Old and New Towns.
Zwinger is another must-see. This impressive palace was built between 1710 and 1728. It was a place for parties. The carillon of 40 Meissen porcelain bells rings every 15 minutes.
Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten in Dresden adds a touch of whimsy and joy to this historic city. It reminds us of the power of friendship and music. It also celebrates the vibrant community that brings stories to life.