Fastnacht in need: RPR1. Start a large rescue operation for clubs!

Fastnacht in need: RPR1. Start a large rescue operation for clubs!

The Fastnacht in Rhineland-Palatinate is faced with numerous challenges this year. An acute lack of young talent, canceled meetings and deleted removals are just a few of the problems with which the carnival associations have to fight in the country. In order to help these traditional events, the largest private radio station in the region, RPR1. Andreas “Kunze” as an entertainer and moderator will be the driving force behind this action. This is reported by the Ak-Kurier

From February 8th, Kunze is planning to perform in four different regions with a 15-minute program from Mardi Gras and Comedy to entertain the audience and support the clubs. The Kempfel carnival club receives special support, which has received over 70,000 votes from the audience. According to Thomas Neger, a well -known carnival artist, the support for smaller, rural clubs is of great importance to secure their continued existence.

votes and need for support

Andreas Holz, program manager of RPR1. Fastnachtsvereine has the opportunity to continue using the RPR1 website. To advertise help to maintain your activities and to preserve the cultural heritage of the Fastnacht in Rhineland-Palatinate. This underlines the urgent need to help the carnival clubs in this critical phase.

The carnival itself extends this year from January 6th to March 5th. This traditional time includes a number of important data that represent the heart of the celebrations. From the Altweiberfastnacht, in which women symbolically take over the rule, to Rosenmontag, which is known for its colorful moves with decorated cars, music bands and foot groups, the Fastnacht shows a wide range of cultural forms of expression. Information about these traditions and their importance in the southern German-Alemannic area can also be found on Brauchwiki

The role of carnival artists like Thomas Neger is crucial, especially in moments when social cohesion is put to the test. Her commitment is not only artistic, but also socially relevant. They are initiatives that underline the importance of Fastnacht in Rhineland-Palatinate culture and at the same time represent stops for community and tradition.

In another area of ​​the Rhineland-Palatinate cultural scene, music, bands like the Bee Gees tribute band, led by Michael Zai, have a high priority. Their goal is to authentically interpret the hits of the BEE GEES and to create a mood in some carnival event. In the current episode of the podcast "The Day in Rhineland-Palatinate" Zai expresses his thoughts about the band history and the influence of the musician profession on his private life and the relationship with his bandmates, which further enriches the cultural profile of the region.