Literary Music Performance GOETHE:DANTE
27. September 2025
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Theresa Kronthaler und Andrea Macaluso.
The literary performance GOETHE & DANTE in the baroque Salem Castle Library stages a fictional dialogue between J. W. von Goethe and Dante Alighieri - in cooperation with the District Culture Office (Kreiskulturamt). At the heart of this German premiere is an interplay between 19th-century musical settings of Goethe’s works and contemporary compositions based on Dante’s texts, specially created for this project by composer Caterina di Cecca. The music is complemented by recited translations of verses by both poets, performed by actors.
The performance begins with Goethe’s historically documented criticism of Dante’s Divine Comedy and unfolds into a dynamic dialogue between Goethe songs and Dante’s “musical responses.” A special emphasis is placed on the active participation of the audience: spectators will become part of the dialogue themselves through their own contributions of sound and words. A centrally located stage, two accessible balconies, and modern 3D sound design foster interaction and create an immersive experience in which voices and sounds seem to move throughout the space.
With this innovative approach, the project bridges tradition and modernity, offering an accessible and participatory encounter with the works of these two great European poets.
Participating artists: Theresa Kronthaler (mezzo-soprano), Mirella Vinciguerra (piano), Andrea Macaluso (actor), Marco Mantovani (sound design), and Christian Siegmund (director).
Admission: €25 (reduced €15). To purchase tickets, please email us at wortklang@1to1festival.de
Theresa Kronthaler
Mezzo soprano
Theresa Kronthaler, who grew up in Rome, is a German mezzo-soprano with an international career. She has performed at renowned opera houses such as the Komische Oper Berlin, the Frankfurt Opera and the Theater an der Wien. In addition to classical opera roles, she is also active as an innovative concert and band singer. Info
Andrea Macaluso
Actor
Andrea is an actor and director from Florence who, in addition to his native Italian, also speaks German and English fluently. He is known for his theatre and literary projects, often in collaboration with international artists. His artistic focus is on creating a vibrant connection between acting and literature. Info
Marco Mantovani
Sound designer
Marco Mantovani is a sound designer with a background in piano who developed an early enthusiasm for electronic music and field recording. As an arranger, he has twice been awarded the Recanati Award and has collaborated on artistic productions with Giuseppe Righini, Daniele Maggioli and Roberto Cacciapaglia. His interest in the connection between music and images has led to soundtracks for award-winning films, documentaries, theatre and inclusive projects. Info
Mirella Vinciguerra
Pianist
Mirella is a pianist trained in Naples who specialises in chamber music and Lied accompaniment. She performs internationally, collaborates with renowned musicians and teaches piano accompaniment at the Conservatorio di Vibo Valentia. Her artistic career is characterised by a passion for and search for new forms of musical expression.
Christian Siegmund
Cultural mediator
Christian is co-initiator and artistic director of 1:1 CONCERTS. In addition to his work as a cultural mediator, he works as a literary translator, copywriter and cabin manager for Lufthansa. christian.siegmund@1to1concerts.de
Tel: +49 (0)30-31488614
