After a series of successful readings last year, the renowned Moka Efti Orchestra returns to the stage together with the acclaimed actor Benno Fürmann and guest star Le Pustra 2025 to once again immerse themselves in a world that brings the dazzling atmosphere of 1920s Berlin to life.
The extraordinary ensemble, made famous by the internationally successful series "Babylon Berlin", brings not only the music and glamour of the era to the stage, but also the dark, fascinating stories from Volker Kutscher's novel "The Wet Fish". Alongside the orchestra, Benno Fürmann, known as the complex General Wendt from the series, will captivate the audience with his powerful and versatile voice. The performances, based on the idea of Gesa Husemann, combine impressive readings with the rousing music of the Moka Efti Orchestra and create a magical atmosphere that captivates all their listeners. The directors Tom Tykwer, Achim von Borries and Henk Handloegten have created a masterpiece with "Babylon Berlin" that shows the fascinating and dangerous world of the Weimar Republic in all its facets. With hits like “Zu Asche, zu Staub” the feverish mood of the 1920s spreads like wildfire and is brought to life again in the readings with Benno Fürmann.
The Moka Efti Orchestra and Benno Fürmann manage to stage Volker Kutscher's book "The Wet Fish" in a way that combines image, sound and reading into a harmonious triad. The audience can expect a top-class multimedia show that links the past and the present and makes the Weimar Republic a first-hand experience. In these readings, Berlin presents itself as wild, dirty, glamorous and party-loving at the same time.
The ensemble, which includes composers Nikko Weidemann and Mario Kamien, as well as saxophonist and arranger Sebastian Borkowski, has made a name for itself with its acclaimed concerts both in Germany and internationally. Benno Fürmann, who won the hearts of audiences with his role as General Wendt, also shows his impressive talent on stage. His path took him from New York City, where he studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, to numerous film and television productions and finally to Hollywood. He has received several awards for his outstanding performances and remains an integral part of the German cultural scene.
