"The Aunt Jolesch – Friedrich Torberg"

When Aunt Jolesch says, "What a man is more beautiful than an ape is a luxury," we know: It will be an evening full of wit, Viennese charm, and wonderfully pointed life wisdom. Look forward to a musical reading of Friedrich Torberg's cult classic "Aunt Jolesch" – a celebration for all who love linguistic wit, subtle humor, and the golden age of café culture. Christian Laimer gives Torberg's unforgettable characters voice, charm, and a wink of elegance. With palpable joy in performance, he brings to life aunts, uncles, generals, and geniuses – sometimes sly, sometimes grumpy, but always profoundly human. Exquisite accompaniment on the piano is provided by Stefan Donner with musical sensitivity. Words and music enter into a liaison that could not be more beautiful. And all of this in the special setting of Thalheim Castle. Within its venerable walls, Torberg's bon mots unfold an almost timeless magic – intimate, atmospheric, and with just the right touch of grandeur that even Aunt Jolesch would likely have found endearing. An evening to chuckle, laugh, and enjoy. And perhaps also a small reminder that style is not a question of age, but of attitude. Experience great literature and music in their most delightful form!