Weihnachtslesungen (Christmas Readings)
Storyteller Antonella Simonetti presents an atmospheric evening of poetic tales, fairy stories, and multicultural narratives highlighting compassion, longing, and the power of small gestures. Musician Christoph Diekmann accompanies the stories and invites the audience to sing along to both German and Italian Christmas carols. Designed as a calming alternative to standard holiday stories, the performance offers an opportunity for reflection and listening in a historic castle setting.
Fri, Dec 4, 2026 All ages
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Tickets
Eintrittspreis: 10 Euro I Ermäßigt: 8 Euro.
Hours
17:00 Uhr–19:00 Uhr.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Get an online ticket through the Vivenu ticket shop before setting out for the reading.
- You can follow the stories and songs without knowing Italian, so there is no need to prepare with the language.
- Be ready to join in with German and Italian Christmas carols during Christoph Diekmann’s musical accompaniment.
- Expect poetic tales and multicultural stories rather than a program built around familiar Christmas stories.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced admission is available.
Links & Contact
Run by Stadt Willich
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of stories are included?
Antonella Simonetti tells poetic tales, fairy stories, and narratives from different cultures, with themes including compassion, longing, and small acts of kindness.
Will there be music during the reading?
Yes. Christoph Diekmann accompanies the stories and invites the audience to sing German and Italian Christmas carols.
Do I need to understand Italian to follow the songs and stories?
No. Italian-language knowledge is not needed to understand the stories or songs.
Is this a conventional Christmas story performance?
The program focuses on unexpected stories rather than familiar Christmas tales, with a quieter, reflective tone.
Can I get a ticket online?
Yes. Online tickets are available through the Vivenu ticket shop.
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