Dec.01, 2026 - 7:30pm
(doors open 6:45pm)
Hans-Jürgen Schatz (Recitation)
Albert Lau (Piano)
Concert reading E.T.A.Hoffmann:
NUßKNACKER
UND MAUSEKÖNIG
Music P.Tschaikowsky
Hans-Jürgen Schatz
Hans-Jürgen Schatz is one of Germany's most distinguished actors and reciters. For decades, he has captivated audiences with literary performances in which he brings classic texts vividly to life through his exceptional command of language and expressive storytelling.
Please note: The reading will be performed in German.
Albert Lau
Hong Kong-born pianist and STEINWAY ARTIST Albert Lau studied in Hong Kong, at Indiana University (USA) and the Royal Academy of Music in London. He performs internationally as a soloist and chamber musician and has collaborated with Hans-Jürgen Schatz for many years in concert programmes combining literature and music.
program:
Hans-Jürgen Schatz presents E.T.A. Hoffmann's beloved Christmas tale The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, accompanied by selected piano arrangements from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, performed by Albert Lau.
This special programme combines literature and music in a festive atmosphere, bringing Hoffmann's magical story vividly to life.
Please note: The reading will be performed in German. Musical works will be performed live on piano.