Dinklager Sommermusik

Concerts in Industrial Halls

The Dinklager Sommermusik has a remarkable concept: it brings high-quality concerts to unusual locations — the Halle Brockhaus, the Halle Ruhe, and the Halle Hilgefort. These industrial and commercial halls in Dinklage are transformed into special concert spaces for the evenings. The acoustics, atmosphere, and spatial generosity lend the concerts a character that classical concert halls cannot offer.

Six Concerts Over Four Months

The 2026 concert series includes six concerts spread across the summer and early autumn season:

• Friday, June 5, 2026: Real Comedian Harmonists — Homage to the famous vocal ensemble of the Weimar Republic
• Saturday, June 6, 2026: Westernhagen Show — the songs of Marius Müller-Westernhagen in a grand show production
• Saturday, June 20, 2026: Percussion Evening with Johannes Claassen — percussion concert with the renowned percussionist
• Sunday, June 21, 2026: Opera with Elisabeth Dopheide — opera gala with the soprano
• Friday, September 11, 2026: The Robbie Experience — Robbie Williams tribute show
• Saturday, September 12, 2026: Simon and Garfunkel meets Classic — the hits of the legendary folk duo in classical arrangements

Real Comedian Harmonists

The Real Comedian Harmonists are a modern homage to the original Comedian Harmonists from the 1930s — one of the most famous vocal ensembles in German music history. The group performs classics like “Mein kleiner grüner Kaktus,” “Veronika, der Lenz ist da,” and “Wochenend und Sonnenschein” in the Dinklage hall.

Westernhagen Show and The Robbie Experience

Two tribute shows complement the program: The Westernhagen Show features the hits of the great German rocker Marius Müller-Westernhagen — from “Mit Pfefferminz bin ich dein Prinz” to “Freiheit” and “Sexy.” The Robbie Experience is a tribute show to Robbie Williams, featuring the major pop hits of the British star.

Percussion and Opera

Two classically sophisticated programs add variety: The Percussion Evening with Johannes Claassen showcases percussion in its full spectrum — from vibraphone and marimba to smaller percussion instruments. The Opera Gala with Elisabeth Dopheide brings arias and songs from the classical opera repertoire to the industrial hall — a contrast that defines the special appeal of the Sommermusik.

Simon and Garfunkel meets Classic

The finale is a concept that combines the hits of Simon and Garfunkel with classical arrangements. “Bridge over Troubled Water,” “The Sound of Silence,” “Mrs. Robinson,” “Scarborough Fair” — folk classics in a symphonic setting.

Kulturring Dinklage

The organizer is Kulturring Dinklage — a dedicated association that enriches the city's cultural life through a broad program. The Sommermusik is one of the highlights of the association's year, remaining financially accessible with tickets priced between 25 and 35 Euros.