Fitzcarraldo Introduced by Gwen Goffe, former associate director, investment and finance, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston A haunting film in a class of its own, Werner Herzog’s Fitzcarraldo tells the story of opera aficionado Brian Sweeney “Fitzcarraldo” Fitzgerald (Klaus Kinski, who played the title character in Herzog’s Aguirre: The Wrath of God, also set in […]
Houston will welcome a cultural treasure from Leipzig, the Thomanerchor (St. Thomas Boys Choir), the only musical institution in Europe in continuous existence for over 800 years. Johann Sebastian Bach was once its director, Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy worked with it, and Richard Wagner was a member. On Saturday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m. the choir will […]
Surely you must have heard of Die Prinzen – the first band out of Leipzig after German Unity that became enormously popular all over the country. Sebastian Krumbiegel was the founding member of the Prinzen, all former members of the St. Thomas Boys Choir. They soon became famous for their humorous, tongue-in-cheek critiques of German […]
With a Commemorative Week from October 16 to 20, 2013, the City of Leipzig and the surrounding region are paying their respect to the Battle of the Nations together with the inauguration of the Monument and the Russian Church. Describing the week which will place the picture of a peaceful and unified Europe at the […]
Oktoberfest 2013 is over in Munich, but in Texas the “Fests” are just gearing up. For a little Bavarian spirit and “Musi,” check out the “Bavarian Flash Mob in Munich” at the bottom of this post – you might like it! The Klein Independent School District is looking for a part-time substitute German teacher. Their […]
It is always a pleasure to visit the Museum of Fine Arts with a talk and tour by Dr. Helga Aurisch, Curator of European Art. Over the years she has delighted and enlightened us with her insightful, humorous lectures about the exhibits at the museum. On Thursday, October 17, 2013, we have the unique opportunity […]
Fall is supposed to be here, and we’re waiting . . . waiting . . . waiting for the cool front. Just don’t let that deter you from participating in the myriad of activities that October has in store for you. Austrian Day and Office Day– Tomorrow, Thursday, October 3, Austrians and Friends of Austria […]
Our 20th Anniversary Celebration at the Junior League on Saturday, September 21, 2013, is almost upon us. We are so excited to see all of you, and are busy planning a wonderful evening. We begin at 6:30 p.m. with a reception with hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary beverage of your choice (champagne, wine, or beer). […]
Deutschland wählt! It’s Federal Election Day in Germany this Sunday – who’s your favorite party? Do you follow political ideology and its colors? Are you favoring the blacks (CDU/CSU, conservatives), the greens(die Gruenen, environmentalists), the yellows (FDP, liberals, German variety), the reds(SPD,socialists), the red-reds(die Linke, communists), or even splinter groups. You are cordially invited to […]
Preparations are progressing nicely for our 20th Anniversary Celebration on September 21, 2013, at 6:30 p.m., at the Junior League. If you are a member of Houston-Leipzig, you will already have received your invitation. The dinner is for members only, and seating is limited. If you have any questions about membership please let us know; […]