When does Masterpieces take place?

The performance takes place on Monday, November 16, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Where will the concert be held?

Masterpieces will be held in the Grand Hall of the Duisburg Theater at Opernplatz in 47051 Duisburg.

What music will be played?

The program features Maurice Ravel's orchestral work Ma mère l’oye, which brings characters from Charles Perrault's fairy tale world to musical life.

Who is involved in the performance?

Participants include the Duisburg Philharmonic, conductor Sebastian Ludwig, narrator Kai Bettermann, and concept creator Anja Renczikowski.

What age is the event suitable for?

The performance is suitable for children aged eight and up.

How long does the concert last?

The event lasts approximately 60 minutes.

Duisburg Philharmonic live in Duisburg

Name: Masterpieces
Start: 2026-11-16T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-16T11:00:00+01:00
Location: Theater Duisburg – Großes Haus

Ravel's fairy tale sound world at the Duisburg Theater

With Masterpieces, the Duisburg Philharmonic brings Maurice Ravel's enchanting orchestral composition Ma mère l’oye to the big stage of the Duisburg Theater. The school performance on November 16, 2026, combines finely orchestrated sound colors with a lively narration by Kai Bettermann and a concept by Anja Renczikowski.

When fairy tales become music

In Ma mère l’oye, Ravel lets characters from Charles Perrault's fairy tale world resonate. Sleeping Beauty and Little Thumb receive their own musical form through colorful orchestration. Delicate melodies, shimmering soundscapes, and precisely placed instrumental details open a gate to a fairy-tale sound cosmos.

Orchestral sound meets stage performance

The Duisburg Philharmonic shapes Ravel's music with acoustic finesse and great sensitivity. Actor Kai Bettermann steps into the role of a great composer and expressively leads the audience through Ravel's musical world. Narrative, stage performance, and orchestral sound intertwine and make classical music immediately tangible.

Classical.classic junior for young listeners

The series classical.classic junior playfully and entertainingly introduces children and teenagers to great works of classical music. Masterpieces is aimed at young people aged eight and older, combining musical expertise with a sensual live atmosphere. The approximately one-hour event creates space for focused listening, imagination, and a shared audience mood.

An orchestral experience in the Grand Hall

In the Grand Hall of the Duisburg Theater, Ravel's music unfolds its full spatial effect. The acoustics of the hall, the synchronization of narration and orchestra, and the precise musical design make this performance a special encounter with French sound art.

Conclusion: Masterpieces invites young concertgoers on a fairy-tale journey through Ravel's music. Those who want to experience classical music with imagination, acting, and a large orchestral setting will find a concert format at the Duisburg Theater that arouses curiosity and lingers long after.