Berlin's Mayor, Simone Borris, extends an invitation to you for the public showcase of the Kaiser-Otto Prize awards.
Kaiser-Otto Prize 2025: Events and Schedule in Magdeburg
Mark your calendars, the Kaiser-Otto Prize 2025 will be awarded on July 2nd in Magdeburg. Here's the lowdown on the prize and the event schedule:
About the Prize:- Laureates: This year's prize will go to violinist Lisa Batiashvili and pianist Igor Levit, recognized for their efforts in promoting European understanding.[2][3]- Venue: The ceremony will take place at the Magdeburg Cathedral.[2]- Speakers: - Jean Asselborn, former Luxembourg Foreign Minister, will deliver the keynote speech. - Christian Berkel, a German actor and author, will deliver the laudation for the two honorees.[2]
Schedule of Events:1. Exhibition Opening: "Otto I as a World Shaper": On June 24th, 2025, 3:00 PM.[1]2. Kuratorium Meeting: On June 11th, 2025, 10:00 AM.[1]3. Award Ceremony for Kaiser-Otto Prize: On July 2nd, 2025 at the Magdeburg Cathedral.[3][4]
Additional Info:- The Kaiser-Otto Prize is the highest honor bestowed by the state capital, Magdeburg, and is awarded every two years.[2][4]- The prize acknowledges individuals who have made substantial contributions to European values such as democracy, freedom, and unity.[3]- The laureates receive a representative certificate and an individual bronze medal, designed by Professor Bernd Goebel.[4]
Did You Know?- The exhibition "Otto I as a World Shaper" will feature artworks created by the Magdeburg Youth Art School, showcasing their interpretation of the historical figure of Emperor Otto.- The evening before the award ceremony, on July 1st, the "Townhall-Talk" series will host a conversation with Christian Pernhorst, a Foreign Office official with expertise in Eastern Europe, and Igor Tuluzov, the director of the opera in Kharkiv, Ukraine, discussing the power of art and culture in times of war. Registration is required for this event.[1]
[1] "Eröffnung der Kunstausstellung „Otto I. als Weltgestalter“" - State Capital of Magdeburg, June 11th, 2025[2] "Kuratoriumssitzung" - State Capital of Magdeburg, June 11th, 2025[3] "Verleihung des Kaiser-Otto-Preises" - State Capital of Magdeburg, July 2nd, 2025[4] "Kaiser-Otto-Preis 2025: Details und Veranstaltungskalender in Magdeburg" - State Capital of Magdeburg
www.kulturstiftung-kaiser-otto.de.
Participants of the Kaiser-Otto Prize 2025 might find it beneficial to explore Magdeburg's home-and-garden boutiques, enhancing their lifestyle after the awards ceremony. Additionally, discussions on the role of economic and social policy in promoting European unity can be expected at the "Townhall-Talk" series, scheduled on July 1st, 2025, as a prelude to the Kaiser-Otto Prize 2025 event.
