© DRESDNER RESIDENZ KONZERTE Italian Night — Gala Concert “From Italy to the World” at the Französische Friedrichstadtkirche in Berlin
Berlin, French Cathedral — Main Hall
About the Event
Italy is synonymous with passion, beauty, and a distinctive musical way of life. For centuries, the country has captivated and inspired composers and musicians from all over the world.
The DRESDNER RESIDENZ ORCHESTER invites you on a musical journey through Italy—from Venetian elegance to southern temperament to the great melodies of Italian opera.
Barcarolles, sicilianos, virtuosic orchestral works, and well‐known opera melodies come together to create a diverse gala concert brimming with Italian flair.
This program focuses not only on the composers’ origins but also on their special connection to Italy—music that originated in Italy, was inspired by Italy, or made its way from there out into the world.
From Italy out into the world—and from the world back to Italy.
The DRESDNER RESIDENZ ORCHESTER has been performing for many years in renowned concert halls and churches throughout Germany, delighting its audiences with diverse programs of great classical works.
The ensemble is particularly pleased to be performing three times at the Französische Friedrichstadtkirche in Berlin in 2027.
The Französische Friedrichstadtkirche on Berlin’s Gendarmenmarkt combines historic architecture with a unique, elegant atmosphere.
The impressive church interior is regularly used for concerts and festive events and provides a stylish setting for musical experiences.
Practical Information
The concert hall in the Wallpavillon is located on the upper level of the Dresden Zwinger Palace opposite the Glockenspiel Pavilion. One path leads up from the inner courtyard of the Zwinger via curved steps. The second path leads from Theaterplatz over a small rampart — located to the right of the restaurant & Café Alte Meister / Theaterplatz 1a and opposite the left side of the Semperoper Dresden — to the upper level. There are three sandstone steps to climb. On concert days, signs will guide you to us.
Due to the historical construction, the toilets and the concert hall are not barrier‐free but only accessible via steps.
Dresdner Zwinger
The Dresdner Zwinger is a Baroque palace in Dresden, Germany. Designed by court architect Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann, the Zwinger was the perfect venue for an orangery, festival arena and exhibition gallery for the princely court. The location was originally part of the city's fortress, the wall of which is still perfectly preserved. The Zwinger is now a famous complex of museums that includes the Old Masters Gallery, the Royal Cabinet of Mathematical and Physical Instruments, and the Dresden Porcelain Collection. The Dresdner Zwinger also hosts marvellous classical concerts, featuring international artists and conductors.
Address
French Cathedral, Gendarmenmarkt 5, Berlin, Germany — Google Maps
