Wiener Brut - Franz Hohenberger: Der grüne Kakadu

Performers:

Wiener Brut
Katharina Hohenberger, vocals, violin
Johannes Münzner, accordion, vocals
Bernhard Osanna, double bass
Jürgen Groiss, snare drum
Sascha Peres, piano, composition

A silent movie with music by the Wiener Brut
Vienna in 1932: In a suburban tavern called »Zum grünen Kakadu«, card players, tramps, strizzos and the innocent Kitty, the landlord's foster daughter, go in and out. Unbeknownst to her, she is the heiress to a fortune – and therefore naturally coveted by various parties. The silent film »Der grüne Kakadu«, by and starring Franz Hohenberger, is the only surviving feature-length amateur film from the period.

Stories of time and love
The film is a living testimony to contemporary history with original images of dusty backyards, streets and Prater stalls. Sascha Peres composed music to accompany the film's fateful love story, which draws on elements of the period as well as music by Béla Bartók and Igor Stravinsky. The director's granddaughter Katharina Hohenberger wrote the lyrics to the music and delivers live music to the silent film with her ensemble Wiener Brut: »Treff'ma uns beim Wirt'n um die Eck'n, und duad's euch ned bei euch daham versteck'n«, she sings, for example. An evening of original Viennese music, comedy, drama, romance, intrigue and action!

Event with free seating

program

Der grüne Kakadu (Stummfilm von Franz Hohenberger, A 1932)
mit Musik von Wiener Brut

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.