Jan Böhmermann Announces “Up! On! Ehrenfeld!” Tour with Ehrenfeld Radio Dance Orchestra
German satirist Jan Böhmermann (45), known for his work on “ZDF Magazin Royale,” is embarking on a ten-city tour across Germany in January and February 2027 with the Ehrenfeld Radio Dance Orchestra. The tour, titled “Up! On! Ehrenfeld!” will kick off on January 19th in Frankfurt am Main.
Tour Dates and Locations
Following the Frankfurt premiere, the tour will include performances in:
- Leipzig
- Munich
- Berlin
- Hamburg
- Bremen
- Oberhausen
- Stuttgart
- Hanover
- Cologne
A Satirical-Political Revue
The live display is described as a “first-class satirical-political revue” featuring sharp lyrics and live music. Organizers promise a program that “does not avoid the gloomy present, but instead faces it with a laugh and head start.”
Böhmermann on Facing Challenges
Böhmermann stated, “The enemies of reason are loud. The enemies of joy are organized. The enemies of free thought have perseverance,” but expressed confidence with the orchestra, adding, “But we have the Ehrenfeld Radio Dance Orchestra – and we’re really keen.”
Previous Tours and Notable Guests
This tour marks the fifth collaboration between Böhmermann and the Ehrenfeld Radio Dance Orchestra. Previous tours have featured surprise guests, including Claus Weselsky, a prominent figure in German rail strikes, and Giovanni Zarrella [1].
Jan Böhmermann’s Background
Jan Böhmermann hosts the weekly political satire show “ZDF Magazin Royale” on ZDF and co-hosts the podcast “Fest & Fluschig” with Olli Schulz. He is also known for his art exhibitions, including “The Possibility of Unreason” at the House of World Cultures (HKW) in Berlin [1].
Presale for tickets begins on March 10th.