Theatre, music and readings: New event format invites participation from February 2026
Paul's Kultur(t)raum ( Culture Space) is a new cultural format being created in Darmstadt-Eberstadt that deliberately focuses on intimacy, exchange, and intimate evenings. Behind the project is Helmut Mersch , who is fulfilling a long-held dream with this passion project: to make culture accessible on a small scale – personal, vibrant, and beyond traditional stage formats.
The name says it all. Kultur(t)raum stands for space for culture and, at the same time, space for a dream. There isn't a permanent venue yet, but a suitable space has been found for the first few evenings. Other locations in Eberstadt are also being considered in the future. The plan is to host a cultural evening approximately once a month from October to April – featuring theater, music, readings, and other forms of cabaret.
Opening with a theatrical performance: "The Successful Woman" on February 21st
Paul's Culture Dream kicks off on Saturday, February 21, 2026, with a theater performance by the 12-Step Theater. The company is led by Agnieszka Kleemann and Torsten Kleemann, who are known for intelligent, humorous, and socially critical plays.
In Eberstadt, they are presenting the play "The Successful Woman." The story centers on a seemingly perfect protagonist – attractive, intelligent, socially engaged, and favored by fortune. Anyone who gets in her way, however, is in for a rude awakening. The play is satirically pointed, socially incisive, and explicitly not misandrist.
Further information about the play can be found at: www.12-stufen-theater.de/theaterstücke/die-erfolgreiche-frau
Following the performance, the premiere of Paul's Culture Café celebrated with a small premiere party.
Musical evening with surprises on March 14th
On Saturday, March 14, 2026 , music takes center stage. The evening will be opened by Valentina Preziosi from Heidelberg. The singer- songwriter will perform her own compositions as well as songs by well-known artists such as Adele and Tina Turner. More information: www.instagram.com/valentina.preziosi
In the second part of the evening, Robby Schmidt , well-known as the frontman of the Beatles tribute band Pepperland , will perform . Together with his son Henri, he will present his own compositions – featuring keyboards, guitars, and a touch of quiet melody. More information: www.robbyschmidt.com
What makes this special: The participating artists will be meeting on stage for the first time this evening. Singing along and song requests are expressly encouraged.
Solo theatre performance of "Mona Lisa without a Frame" on April 25th
On Saturday, April 25, 2026 , Agnieszka Kleemann presents "Mona Lisa Without a Frame," a solo piece . The famous figure leaves her confined picture frame and surprises with wit, irony, and a remarkably direct perspective on art, fame, and identity. Further information: www.12-stufen-theater.de/theaterstücke/mona-lisa-ohne-rahmen
Venue and general conditions
All events take place in the St. Josef community center , known among other things for the Dotter concerts of recent years.
Start time: 7:30 pm
Doors open: 7:00 pm
Admission: 20 euros
Drinks and light snacks will be available before the event, during the intermission, and afterward. Arrival by public transport (stop "Wartehalle") or bicycle is recommended; limited parking is available.
Further information and ticket reservations: www.pauls-kulturtraum.de
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