Sommarscen 2014 English programme by Sommarscen 2015

2014

JUNE 14 – AUGUST 9

WWW.SOMMARSCEN.SE 183 OPEN-AIR EVENTS. ALWAYS FREE ADMISSION.

Welcome to Sommarscen 2014! From June 14 through August 9, the city of Malmö stages a wide range of events at expected and unexpected locations. Always in the open air and always free of charge. With 183 events at 39 sites over the course of 57 days, you are certain to find something you like, whether you’re in the mood for entertainment, fun, or culture.

Make sure you check out the programme at www.sommarscen.se so you won’t miss a thing.

FOR THE FAMILY

PAGE 4 – 11

EVENING EVENTS

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OUTDOOR CINEMA

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FOR THE FAMILY SPEND QUALITY TIME TOGETHER: THRILLS, SPILLS AND CHILLS FOR ALL AGES.

STORM! WITH TEATER APHRA

Greta Gudrun needs a helping hand to find her little old granny who was blown away by a big bad storm. A theatre production for children age 4 and up. Saturday June 14 2 pm | Kungsparken (behind Casino Cosmopol) Tuesday June 17 10 pm | Kroksbäcksparken (puckleball pitch) 2 pm | Grevens Park (behind the playground) Wednesday June 18 10 am | Tyelseparken (behind the Tygelsjö preschool) 2 pm | Bulltofta recreation area (circus site) Thursday June 19 10 am | Vänskapsparken (by Ramels väg 41) 2 pm | Beijers park (by the playground)

MARMELAD WITH CLAIRE PARSONS CO.

A delicious, soft and sensory show about meeting, turning and mixing, with dancer Mira Björkman and circus artist Viktor Gyllenberg. Age 2 and up. Tuesday June 24 10 am | Elinelunds sommarstad (by the playground) 2 pm | Augustenborgsparken (by the playground) Wednesday June 25 10 am | Ellstorpsparken (by the playground) 2 pm | Pildammsparken (by the Strykjärnet sculpture) Thursday June 26 10 am | Sevedsplan 2 pm | Hammars park (by the playground) Friday June 27 10 am | Mellanhedsparken (by the playground) 2 pm | Videdalsparken (by the playground) Saturday June 28 2 pm | Kungsparken (behind Casino Cosmopol)

A familiar tale, though you have never heard the story of Robin Hood like this! Drömmarnas Hus presents a musical theatre spectacle featuring more than 70 players on stage. A magnificent outdoor show that will delight the entire family – full of fun, and a touch of satire. Age 7 and up. In association with Drömmarnas Hus. Friday June 27 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården (von Lingens väg 132) Saturday June 28 3 pm and 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården Sunday June 29 3 pm and 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården Monday June 30 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården

OSCAR DANIELSON

Oscar Danielson knows all about the things we never want to forget. Accompanied by Daniel Bingert, Oscar shares his soulful songs with a laid-back 70s vibe. A free-spirited family concert embracing the theme of love and diversity that will appeal to audiences of all ages. Sunday June 29

2 pm | Mölleplatsen (by Slottsmöllan)

FOR THE FAMILY

WANTED ROBIN HOOD WITH DRÖMMARNAS HUS

I WANT MY HAT BACK WITH OBANTEATERN

A heart-warming tale about a bear that lost his hat. And about not telling lies. Dramatic and comic, this theatre production is based on a book by Jon Klassen. Age 5 and up. Tuesday July 1 Wednesday July 2 Thursday July 3 Friday July 4 Saturday July 5

TRIO SMACK WITH DOTTERBOLAGET

Meet the trio that takes their mission to amuse seriously! A hands-on performance brimming with magic tricks, unicycles and clowning around. A prize-winning show for the age 5 and up. Tuesday July 8 Wednesday July 9 Thursday July 10 Friday July 11 Saturday July 12

Photo: Mats Åsman

FOR THE FAMILY

Marmelad with Claire Parsons Co. June 24 – 28 | Various locations (see page 4)

TANTPRESIDENTERNA WITH MUSICAL THEATRE JAG ÄR HÄR NU!

So who is that granny? Is she just like you? Or could she be something completely unexpected? By way of humour, musical storytelling and live music they reflect on questions concerning identity, gender, feelings and relations. For age 9 and up. Sunday July 13

2 pm | Enskifteshagen (Annelund)

VINDLA I GLASLANDET WITH VINDLA STRING QUARTET

Welcome to a magical world where everything is upside-down, back-to-front, and inside-out. Where the impossible is indeed possible. Vindla guides us “through the looking glass” along with Helena Hagström’s rhythmic games and activities, to the music of Philip Glass. An interactive music performance for age 2 and up. Tuesday July 15 Wednesday July 16 Thursday July 17 Friday July 18 Saturday July 19

Tuesday July 22 10 am | Elinelunds sommarstad (by the playground) 2 pm | Grevens park (behind the playground) Wednesday July 23 10 am | Sevedsplan 2 pm | Kroksbäcksparken (by the puckleball pitch) Thursday July 24 10 am | Enskifteshagen (Annelund) 2 pm | Rörsjöparken (by the wading pool) Friday July 25 2 pm | Blekeparken amphitheatre (by the skate park) 2 pm | Vänskapsparken (by Ramels väg 41) Saturday July 26 2 pm | Kungsparken (behind Casino Cosmopol)

TIGERN SÄGER GRR WITH ANNA EINARSSON

Rhymes and verses by Lotta Olsson, an author of children’s book, set to music by Anna Einarsson. Don’t miss this playful yet thought-provoking family concert featuring performances by top musicians. Sunday July 27

2 pm | Ljudkullen at Scaniaparken

FOR THE FAMILY

VILLE VARA VARG WITH TEATER NOX

Togetherness is wonderful. But it’s not always that easy to find a friend. And finding yourself may be even harder. Using humour, play and music as tools, Teater Nox treats their audience to a tale about fitting in, identity and friendship. About finding common ground. A theatre production for age 4 and up.

Photo: Eirik Folkedal

Sousou & Maher Cissoko | July 29 – August 2 Various locations (see page 11)

Tuesday July 29 10 am | Lindängen amphitheatre 2 pm | Augustenborgsparken (by the playground) Wednesday July 30 10 am | Mellanhedsparken (by the playground) 2 pm | Pildammsparken (by the Strykjärnet sculpture) Thursday July 31 10 am | Nydala amphitheatre (behind Nydala torg) 2 pm | Risebergaparken (by the playground) Friday August 1 10 am | Sevedsplan 2 pm | Beijers park (by the playground) Saturday August 2 2 pm | Kungsparken (behind Casino Cosmopol)

SOUSOU & MAHER CISSOK WITH TEATER JALADA

A street musician is about to sing a song about Parizad, a character in Arabian Nights, but is interrupted by two children who want to join her on stage. Together, they sing and act out the story of Parizad, the girl who is unaware that she actually is a princess. This story comingles Arabian, Swedish and South Slavic languages. Age 6 and up. Tuesday August 5 10 am | Lindängen amphitheatre 2 pm | Grevens park (behind the playground) Wednesday Aug. 6 10 am | Ellstorpsparken (by the playground) 2 pm | Bulltofta recreation area (circus site) Thursday August 7 10 am | Enskifteshagen (Annelund) 2 pm | Blekeparken amphitheatre (by the skate park) Friday August 8 10 am | Vänskapsparken (by Ramels väg 41) 2 pm | Videdalsparken (by the playground) Saturday August 9 2 pm | Kungsparken (behind Casino Cosmopol) 11

FOR THE FAMILY

SOUSOU & MAHER CISSOKO

Sousou and Maher tell the tale of the kora, a musical instrument that exerts a strong pull on them both. And how the kora brought them together for musical adventures. A magic carpet of a concert with songs, music and storytelling. Age 6 and up.

EVENING EVENTS PACK A PICNIC BASKET AND GREET TWILIGHT WITH A CHALLENGING, THOUGHT PROVOKING OR SIMPLY NICE EXPERIENCE.

PICNIC WITH A CLASSIC DESSERT

Fill a basket with goodies and go to the steps at Södertull. With Malmö’s “Venetian” canal as a backdrop, Studio Bel Canto treats listeners to opera for dessert. The featured soloists are sopranos Emilia Falcaru, Teresia Bokor, Lisa Löfqvist and Amanda Larsson and our city’s own Farinelli, Staffan Lindberg. In association with Studio Bel Canto and Rundan Sightseeing. Saturday June 14

7 pm | Södertull (steps by the canal)

I’M EVERY LESBIAN WITH SOFIA HULTIN

A walking tour narrated by the artist Sofia Hultin, who provides a personal account of Malmö’s lesbian history. About meeting places, manifestations and political movements as well as more private stories about love and relationships. This is part of the exhibit “A voice of one’s own – On Women’s Fight For Suffrage and Human Recognition” at the Malmö Art Museum. In association with the Malmö Art Museum and Regnbågsfestivalen – Malmö Pride. Sunday June 15 4 pm and 7 pm | starts at Stortorget (by the statue) And August 5 thru 7 12

Tuesday June 17

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

SVENSKTOPPEN NÄSTA

This is one of the finals leading up to Swedish Radio’s nationwide music contest. Finalists selected by a highly merited jury perform live. Audience members and a jury vote for the song they want to see on Svensktoppen and have a shot at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest. Our host is Behrang Miri. In association with P4 Malmöhus - Sveriges Radio. Wednesday June 18 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

DUETS IN REVERSE

Sylvester Schlegel + Anna Järvinen + Kristian Anttila + Mia Coldheart What happens when you twist the classic duet format of a love song between a man and a woman? Bandleader Sylvester Schlegel has invited a few of his favourite vocalists to do a new take on duets, making sweet music with strong contrasts Thursday June 19

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

EVENING EVENTS

CELSO PIÑA

Mexico’s rebel accordionist and legend, Celso Piña, and his band will change your perception of accordion music. Melodies steeped in tradition are fused with beats inspired by hip-hop, ska and reggae – always with a heart of cumbia.

WINSTON MCANUFF & FIXI

Musical love is what you get by pairing the phenomenal multi-instrumentalist Fixi with legendary reggae singer Winston McAnuff, known for his vocals for the Jamaican band Inner Circle. The duo’s debut album was highly acclaimed and now they are in Sweden for the first time together to perform their philosophical Caribbean fusion of calypso, reggae, dub and pop. Sunday June 22

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

OF MONTREAL

Trying to define or pin down this American phenomenon is virtually impossible. Through the years, their music has touched on genres such as indie pop, electronica and funk, with influences from Bowie and Prince. Add a 70s-style country rock sound with lyrics inspired by Sylvia Plath and you start getting close. Tuesday June 24 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

PILDAMMARNA I MITT HJÄRTA

For the fourth year running, it’s once again time to get audiences into indie, humming along with oldies, muscling into rock anthems and generally singing their hearts out. The charismatic Josefin Johansson backed by the terrific house band The Mona Lisa are in charge. Special guests too! Wednesday June 25 7 pm | Pildammsteatern And July 2 and 30

Photo: Liza Roze

EVENING EVENTS

Winston McAnuff & Fixi | June 22 | Pildammsteatern

(see page 14)

WANTED ROBIN HOOD WITH DRÖMMARNAS HUS

A familiar tale, though you have never heard the story of Robin Hood conveyed like this! Drömmarnas Hus presents a musical theatre spectacle featuring more than 70 players on stage. A magnificent outdoor show that will delight the entire family – full of fun, and a touch of satire. Age 7 and up. In association with Drömmarnas Hus. Friday June 27 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården (von Lingens väg 132) Saturday June 28 3 pm and 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården Sunday June 29 3 pm and 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården Monday June 30 6 pm | Gröningen, near Kryddgården

DIN GATA 100,6

The time has come for Malmö to regain the Swedish hip-hop throne. Our local radio station Din Gata 100,6 is dedicated to local talent, and here they will showcase the artists they believe have even more potential. Live on stage: Empire Klan, Ayla and DayDay & DJ Eka from Femtastic. Presenters are Juan Havana, Suzan Alev Arslan and Hussni Aziz. Friday June 27

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

SHIMA

Ever since her debut at 19, Shima Niavarani has touched us and charmed us as an actress and a playwright. This time around, she will be appearing as a singer and a musician along with a six-piece band to deliver both silky ballads and raw power. Friday June 27 16

7 pm | Mölleplatsen (by Slottsmöllan)

Friday June 27

9 pm | Mölleplatsen (by Slottsmöllan)

OSLIPAT

Ahmed Berhan + Matilda Berggren + Felicia Jackson + Lisa Eriksson Witness the birth of Sweden’s next comedy star! Last year’s smash hit, the stand-up comedy club Oslipat, is back with its irresistible concoction of tart, sweet, salty and satire. We dare you not to laugh! Fritte Fritzson and Marcus Johansson co-host. Saturday June 28

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

SLOW FOX

Sofia Henricsson is a singer-songwriter from Umeå, in the far north, who moves freely between Americana, country and pop, inspired by Gillian Welch, Lucinda Williams and the Dixie Chicks. With two celebrated albums and a world tour to her name, she graces Malmö with her presence at last. Saturday June 28 7 pm | Mölleplatsen (by Slottsmöllan)

EVENING EVENTS

ISABELLA LUNDGREN & CARL BAGGE TRIO

The offspring of jazz enthusiasts, Isabella took off for New York at age 18 to study music. Back in Sweden again, she aims to use her unique voice – compared to the likes of Billie Holiday – to open doors and build bridges to the past and the future.

DEBRUIT & ALSARAH

The encounter between French producer and DJ Debruit and the Sudanese singer Alsarah resulted in a contemporary and eclectic take on traditional Sudanese music. Recurring themes are roaming, moving on, the nomad perspective and electronic sound waves between various locations around the world. Saturday June 28 9 pm | Mölleplatsen (by Slottsmöllan)

KAROL CONKA

Hip-hop artist Karol Conka is a familiar fixture on the local urban Baile funk scene, an important expression for lowincome groups and a means to promote sexual freedom in Brazilian society. She has been compared to M.I.A. when it comes to her high-energy live performances. This is her first appearance in Sweden. Sunday June 29

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

VERA BILA & KALE + GIPSY BROTHERS

She’s been called the Queen of Roma music. Vera Bila’s smoky jazz vocals take you on a journey to the way of the Roma. Sweden’s Gipsy Brothers warm up the stage with music inspired by the Balkan, the Mediterranean, Russia and Eastern Europe. Come, dance, party and enjoy! In association with Romska Kulturcentret i Malmö and Re:Orient/Moriska Paviljongen. Tuesday July 1

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

EVENING EVENTS

PILDAMMARNA I MITT HJÄRTA

(see page 14)

Wednesday July 2 And July 30

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

LITERATURE

Join us on a literary adventure. This year’s literary bicycle tour zooms in and out. Offers invisible details and creates unexpected patterns. This year’s theme “under the magnifying glass” allows our audience on wheels the chance to meet four secret writers at four equally secret locations while they tour our fair city. Don’t forget your bike! In association with Språka. Thursday July 3

7– 9 pm | Departs from Fridhemstorget

MALMÖ OPEN

Feivel + Dollar Bill + Alice Boman Once again Sommarscen pays tribute to Malmö’s many-faceted music scene with an evening at Pildammsteatern. Feivel conjures up a dreamy and melancholy pop landscape with airy vocals. Dollar Bill seems destined for a brilliant future in the hiphop arena, and here we’ll get a taste. And the night is brought to a graceful close with the low-key pop of Alice Boman and her fragile-strong vocals. Friday July 4

7– 10 pm | Pildammsteatern

TETRIS WITH DANSSTATIONENS TURNÉKOMPANI

Who isn’t familiar with the classic computer game Tetris? Acrobatic lines, squares and geometric figures take shape. Dancers swirl into unexpected new combinations. Experience a 10-minute taste of Dansstationen’s upcoming show, Tetris. Saturday July 5 2, 3 and 4 pm | Konsthallstorget (by the Triangel station) Sunday July 6 2, 3 and 4 pm | Scaniaplatsen, Västra hamnen

COTA YOUTH CHOIR

Namibia’s national youth choir pays a unique visit to Pildammsteatern to treat their audience to local Namibian rhythms and traditional choral music. Don’t miss this prizewinning youth choir with 60 world-class singers! Sunday July 6

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

HADRA CHEFCHAOUNIA

Hadra is a women’s choir that combines poetry, rhythms, choreography and choral music from the village of Chefchaouen in north-western Morocco. Their vocal traditions have been passed on from mother to daughter since the 1600s, and the choir also spreads this tradition to young women in present-day Morocco. Tuesday July 8

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

Photo: Malin Anesson

EVENING EVENTS

Sommardans with Skånes Dansteater August 7 – 8 | Pildammsteatern (see page 37)

Photo: Mariana Zarpellon

Karol Conka | June 29 | Pildammsteatern (see page 18)

When the Baltic Exhibit opened in Malmö in 1914, milestone events were in focus. But what about the minor events? In a special performance piece created for Sommarscen, PotatoPotato gives us their take. The setting is a utopia 100 years ago, today and one hundred years in the future. A humorous and poetic review of the potential inherent in collective thinking, soft values and about things you already knew. Tuesday July 8 7 and 9 pm | Pildammsparken (by Galatheas hage) Wednesday July 9 7 and 9 pm | Pildammsparken (by Galatheas hage) Thursday July 10 7 and 9 pm | Pildammsparken (by Galatheas hage) Tuesday July 15 7 and 9 pm | Pildammsparken (by Galatheas hage) Wednesday July 16 7 and 9 pm | Pildammsparken (by Galatheas hage) Thursday July 17 7 and 9 pm | Pildammsparken (by Galatheas hage)

JAGWA MUSIC

Seductive street music from Tanzania’s capital Dar es Salaam. The members of Jagwa Music build their own instruments to bring forth Casio synth riffs and cascades of bubbling percussion. High energy, rhythmic and eminently danceable from the very first second. Wednesday July 9 Thursday July 10

4 pm | Sevedsplan 4 pm | Lindängen centrum (by the library) 7 pm | Örtagårdstorget (by Bokalerna)

EVENING EVENTS

DEN ANDRA TIDEN – POTATOPOTATO INTERPRETS THE MEMORY OF THE BALTIC EXHIBITION

OH BOY! – SING ALONG WITH MIRIAM AÏDA

Acclaimed songbird and hostess with the mostest Miriam Aïda and her house band are back. Join them for an hour-long songfest that span tunes both old and new; from traditional to soul and reggae – all served up with a generous portion of love. Guests: Ulf Masken Andersson, Hugo Coronel and Kalle Lind. Wednesday July 9 And July 16 and 23

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

MAM DANCE COMPANY

MAM is a young dance company based in Eslöv known for their forceful fusion of cutting edge hip-hop and modern dance. Founder and choreographer Romain Rios divides his time between his two home countries, France and Sweden, but also finds time to work in New York, Germany and Japan. This summer, MAM is here at Sommarscen with two powerful pieces. On stage: Yessica Andersson, Romain Rios and Timothy Kakeeto. Get ready to get stunned. Friday July 11

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

HAVING A BLONDE MOMENT WITH JOHANNA SKOBE

A concert monologue about being blonde. About gender, race and sexuality. Against a backdrop of pulsating disco and electronic beats, actress Johanna Skobe explores various aspects of blondeness and invites the audience to confront the shifting dimensions of blonde hair. More words than a concert, more music than a monologue. Friday July 11 24

7 pm | Enskifteshagen (Annelund)

EVENING EVENTS

GOTHENBURG GADJOS

Scandinavia’s hottest Balkan Beat band with reverence for tradition. Heavy jazz and strong influences from the southeastern Balkan region shape the unique sound generated in Gothenburg. Friday July 11

9 pm | Enskifteshagen (Annelund)

WATER ON MARS – THE SHOW

A circus show brimming with dynamic airborne images and a bizarre manipulation with everyday objects. Rings are tossed, back flips are landed, feet are flexed, water goes flying, balls are juggled and pins spin. The terrific trio of Wes Peden, Tony Pezzo and Patrik Elmnert take juggling and acrobatics to a whole new level. Saturday July 12 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

SUSANNA

Her hypnotic voice has been compared to Joni Mitchell’s and her musical imagination reaches the same heights. The award-winning Norwegian jazz musician Susanna Wallumrød is coming to Enskifteshagen to interpret the music of others and present her own low-key compositions. In association with Jazz i Malmö. Saturday July 12

7 pm | Enskifteshagen (Annelund)

Photo: Einar Kling-Odencrants

Onnellisten Maa/The land of the happy with Sirkus Aikamoinen | July 26 | Pildammsteatern (see page 34)

Saturday July 12 9 pm | Enskifteshagen (Annelund)

TAMIKREST

From northern Mali in the heart of the Sahara desert comes Tamikrest, its members belong to the nomad Tuareg people. They use their rebellious Ishuma rock to describe the struggles facing Mali and the plight of the women. It’s striking, it’s bluesy, it’s desert rock. Sunday July 13

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

THE MOSAIC PROJECT WITH TERRY LYNE CARRINGTON

She’s worked with greats like Herbie Hancock, Stan Getz and Dianne Reeves. Grammy-winning drummer Terry Lyne Carrington is gracing Sommarscen with her presence along with the Mosaic Project, featuring vocalist Lizz Wright and top jazz musicians. Tuesday July 15

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

EVENING EVENTS

NILS BERG CINEMASCOPE

What happens when you play live music to a film clip? Meet an Afghan shepherd who sings a love song, Malmö’s international women’s choir before their big concert, and a Burmese girl whose clear voice competes with the wind. Nils Berg Cinemascope presents an intermedial concert with guests from the four corners of the planet.

OH BOY! – SING ALONG WITH MIRIAM AÏDA

(see page 24)

Guest artists: Christopher Wollter, Sweet Mary and Harald Leander. Wednesday July 16 7 pm | Pildammsteatern And July 23

TJO VA’ DE VIFTAR!

One hundred years ago, Malmö hosted the Baltic Exhibition. A concert presenting music dating back to 1910 marks this anniversary. Singers Nadin Al khalidi, Anna-Mia Barwe and Miriam Aïda, backed by sixteen musicians, spice up these old treasures from Malmö with modern sounds and rhythms from around the world. For an added treat, town curator Anders Reisnert will provide the historic background of the music. Friday July 18

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

LINKOBAN

The Danish queen of chilly electro and hot grime has roots in Vietnam and China. But her music evokes Miami and Brixton. She was the talk of last year’s Roskilde festival and made Jenny Wilson’s Nordic Playlist. Linkoban has a broad appeal, but always stakes out her own musical territory. Saturday July 19

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

Saturday July 19

9 pm | Pildammsteatern

ROBIN MCKELLE & THE FLYTONES

Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O’Day, Otis Redding and Al Green! The jazz and soul greats of the 60s and 70s are Robin McKelle’s major source of inspiration. Acclaimed for her explosive live shows, she will be treating us to modern soul spiced with rhythm & blues and jazz. Sunday July 20

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

LIVET I TVÅ BITAR WITH TEATER THEATRON

Two actors explore life stories about migration, identity, belonging, hopes and dreams. Tales that tell the truth about our day and age. About how we want to live together. An interactive performance that seeks a dialogue with their audience. Tuesday July 22 2 pm and 7 pm | Nydala amphitheatre (behind Nydala torg) Wednesday July 23 2 pm and 7 pm | Augustenborgsparken Thursday July 24 2 pm and 7 pm | Lindängens amphitheatre

EVENING EVENTS

MITÚ

Known for his association with Bomba Estéreo, Julián Salazar brings his electronic music duo Mitú to Sweden for the first time. Traditional rhythms, Afro-Colombian grooves and alegre drums team up with synths and drum machines. Colourful electro-champeta with a futurist feel.

CEDRIC WATSON & BIJOU CREOLE

Sommarscen is thrilled to have them back! Cedric Watson from Texas is one of the major trustees and renewers in Creole music, a style that is dying out. Don’t miss this unique blend of original material, traditional Creole tunes and old-time zydeco, fusing Louisiana Cajun music with blues. Tuesday July 22

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

OH BOY! – SING ALONG WITH MIRIAM AÏDA

(see page 24)

Guest artists: Loulou LaMotte, Lena Frisk and a surprise guest. Wednesday July 23 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

LAYERS WITH I19 PROJECT

A dance performance that seeks to erase the borders between music, contemporary circus and dance that emphasizes the beauty of different points of view. Physical art built on layers of communication and encounters, where truly hearing someone else requires more than one layer. Thursday July 24

7 pm | Rönneholmsparken

Photo: Stephanie LondĂŠz

EVENING EVENTS

Din gata 100,6 | June 27 | Pildammsteatern (see page 16)

Photo: Jesper Papmehl-Dufay

Having a blonde moment with Johanna Skobe July 11 | Enskifteshagen (see page 24)

Friday July 25

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

DEN DJUPASTE PLATSEN I NORDSJÖN WITH FREEBIRD OPERA

An original Nordic opera featuring soloists from Denmark, Iceland and Sweden. At the edge of the earth near the dark waves of the North Sea we find Henry and Tora. Both have fled from relationships, guilt and shame. Their attraction is left to thrive in peace until the day they find a naked man in the woods. An erotic operatic adventure directed by Helena Röhr and composed by Daniel Hjort. Friday July 25

7 pm | Ljudkullen at Scaniaparken

ALTAÏ KHANGAÏ

The Altaï Khangaï trio transposes the traditional music and throat singing of the region between the two Mongolian mountain ranges that inspired their name and blends it with modern sound technology and effects. The result is a trance-like chanting paired with musical innovation. In association with Clandestino. Friday July 25

kl 21 | Ljudkullen at Scaniaparken

EVENING EVENTS

RUN 040 ROOKIE BATTLE

The wildly popular RUN 040 BATTLE concept is back – in a new version. RUN 040 goes rookie battle and shouts out a challenge to young people: Dare to be you. Dare to be seen. Dare to dance. With a jury of local dance role models and the illustrious S.T.I.C.S at the mike the battle is on to shine in the dance styles dancehall, hip hop and breaking. DJ Combat and SeLecta X-Lent are in charge of the beats. In association with Studieförbundet Bilda, Hiphopcentralen and RGRA.

ONNELLISTEN MAA/ THE LAND OF THE HAPPY WITH SIRKUS AIKAMOINEN

Musical and humoristic circus performance inspired by Fellini’s film The Clowns. About the circus as an art form. About memories, movements and expressions and about how a circus affects its audience. Join the hot Finnish circus company Aikamoinen as they go retrospective and put the circus centre stage. Saturday July 26

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

MAYRA ANDRADE

Hailed by many as Cesaria Evoria’s successor and rejuvenator of Cape Verdean music. Mayra Andrade’s jazzy pop is influenced by all the countries she’s grown up in. Cuban-born, she spent her childhood in Angola and Senegal and returned to her parent’s native country of Cape Verde at the age of 14. Saturday July 26

7 pm | Ljudkullen at Scaniaparken

NISENNENMONDAI

Nisennenmondai is a raw experimental trio from Tokyo, influenced by the crazy and vital Japanese noise scene. Blasts of noise are layered with danceable suggestive rhythms, tempting minimalism and krautrock. Saturday July 26

9 pm | Ljudkullen at Scaniaparken

Sunday July 27

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

SUMIE

Her disarming and hypnotic voice will fill, surround and charm the entire amphitheatre. Sandra Sumie Nagano has always been cautious about sharing her artistry with the world – lucky for us she and her acoustic guitar are making an exception here in Malmö tonight. Tuesday July 29

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

PILDAMMARNA I MITT HJÄRTA

(see page 14)

Wednesday July 30 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

HARRY ARNOLD TRIBUTE

Every year Amiralens Storband celebrates Harry Arnold, the legendary bandleader of the dance palace´s big band back in the 40s. Guest artists are the 2014 Harry Arnold scholarship awardees, trumpet player Niklas Fredin and this year’s young Stand By scholarship winner, soprano saxophonist Nanna Carling. Thursday July 31

7 pm | Pildammsteatern 35

EVENING EVENTS

INVSN WITH GUESTS

It’s never been possible to pin the band INVSN and their frontman Dennis Lyxzén down to a single scene and this evening is destined to be extraordinarily special. They’ve lined up guests from all over. But INVSN won’t stop there. With full artistic freedom, they also interpret their guests’ material.

WITHOUT WALLS # TAGGDANCES

20 bodies, 40 arms and 40 legs tags the city with movement, expressing Malmö’s diverse identities in a massive choreography where hip hop, ballet and salsa are all in the mix. Don’t miss this dance manifestation initiated by Khamlane Halsackda and Emma Ribbing, where professional dancers and young people join forces to celebrate Malmö in all its diverse glory. Friday August 1 2 and 4 pm | Mobilia utomhustorg (Per Albin Hanssons väg 34) Saturday August 2 2 and 4 pm | Sevedsplan Sunday August 3 2 and 4 pm | Scaniaplatsen, Västra hamnen

ALI SABAH & BRÖDERNA SVENSSON

(see page 44)

A unique pairing: Ali Sabah from Babylon and Bröderna Svensson from Sweden. Oud master Ali Sabah is here to open the Egyptian film Excuse my French, accompanied by folk musicians Bröderna Svensson and the singer Jano Hussein. In association with Malmö Arab Film Festival and Mobilia. Saturday August 2 9 pm | Mobilia utomhustorg (Per Albin Hanssons väg 34)

MONSIEUR DOUMANI

This acclaimed young trio brings traditional Greek folk music into our modern age with innovative touches. In spite of the serious financial and political situation currently facing Cyprus, they bring love, joy and optimism to their music. Sunday August 3 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

Tuesday August 5 7 pm | Departs from Stortorget (by the statue) Wednesday August 6 7 pm | Departs from Stortorget (by the statue) Thursday August 7 7 pm | Departs from Stortorget (by the statue)

CAPAS WITH CIRCO EIA

This Catalonian circus company treats us to a journey back to our roots, where we open the door to our secrets and to another world. We will dive, slicing through the layers that conceal our stories. A show where circus art meets music, dance, humour and poetry. Wednesday August 6 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

SOMMARDANS WITH SKÅNES DANSTEATER

Skånes Dansteater treats us to highlights from the past year’s repertoire, but also looks ahead and gives us a tantalizing glimpse of what the future holds. Hosted by Åsa Söderberg. In association with Skånes Dansteater. Thursday August 7 Friday August 8

7 pm | Pildammsteatern 7 pm | Pildammsteatern

EVENING EVENTS

I’M EVERY LESBIAN WITH SOFIA HULTIN

(see page 12)

MISS DOLLY WITH MARCEL ET SES DRÔLES DE FEMMES

With no roof over their heads but the sky, this French new circus group takes us to unimaginable euphoric heights of acrobatic fireworks that leave their audience wowed. Four crazy characters and a fading love story spiced with razor-sharp humour and apples. And what happened to the lost horse? In association with KIT – Köpenhamns Internationella Teater. Friday August 8 4 and 7 pm | Gröningen by Segevångs torg Saturday August 9 4 and 7 pm | Kroksbäcksparken (by the hills)

SMAKSTART WITH MALMÖ SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Once again, Sommarscen rounds off with Malmö’s very own symphonic orchestra. Come let yourself be entranced by this “tasting menu” of upcoming presentations. The French principal conductor Marc Soustrot and your host Pernilla Nydesjö will guide us through an array of symphonic delights. In association with Malmö Symphony Orchestra. Saturday August 9

7 pm | Pildammsteatern

Photo: Emilia Bergmark Jimenez

EVENING EVENTS

Shima | June 27 | Mรถlleplatsen (see page 16)

OUTDOOR CINEMA OPEN-AIR CINEMA ON A STARRY NIGHT IS AN EXPERIENCE YOU JUST CAN’T MISS! BRING ALONG THE REFRESHMENTS OF YOUR CHOICE AND ENJOY!

BELLEVILLE BABY

A telephone call awakens slumbering memories of a shared past. He tells her that he’s been in prison for many years. Hoping to recreate himself, he asks what she remembers about their time together. A film about identity and class. About the passage of time, love and loss. Directed by: Mia Engberg, Sweden 2013, 73 min. Swedish dialogue. In association with Folkets Bio Malmö and Nordisk Panorama. Opening film: Lek Directed by: Anna Klara Åhrén and Anna Weitz, Sweden 2013, 13 min. Friday July 11

10 pm | Sevedsplan

Directed by: Per Fly, Sweden 2013, 111 min. Swedish dialogue. In association with Folkets Bio Malmö. Saturday July 12

10 pm | Lindängens amphitheatre

KICK IT!

Anja is 13 and she loves soccer. But when she wants to play with the boys, she runs into resistance. Though diagnosed with leukaemia, she is determined to get well and even practices for the upcoming championship while she’s in hospital. About soccer, friendship and love – everything that makes life worth living. Directed by: Katarina Launing, Norway/Sweden 2013, 102 min. Dialogue in Norwegian with Swedish subtitles. In association with Folkets Bio Malmö. Friday July 18

10 pm | Törnrosens amphitheatre

OUTDOOR CINEMA

MONICA Z

One of last year’s most celebrated Swedish films portrays the life and times of a national treasure, singer Monica Zetterlund. In her first feature role, Edda Magnason plays the Monica Z. Edda is a singer/songwriter of impressive talents herself.

SEPIDEH

The short and documentary film festival Nordic Panorama is here at Sommarscen with a sneak preview, a Danish documentary. Sepideh wants to be an astronaut and she spends her nights exploring the mysteries of the universe. Her family tries their best to keep her anchored here on Earth, and her plans to study at the university are in danger. Extra: After the film, the Tycho Brahe astronomical society will share their expertise. They even brought their telescope along. Directed by: Berit Madsen, documentary, Denmark 2013, 90 min. Dialogue in Farsi/Persian with English subtitles. In association with Nordisk Panorama and Folkets Bio Malmö. Opening film: Regn Directed by: Johannes Stjärne Nilsson, Sweden 2014, 9 min. Saturday July 19

10 pm | Kroksbäcksparken (by the hills)

LA ANTENA

The almost entirely silent modern black & white classic from Argentina tells the tale of a city that lost its voice; it was stolen by Mr. TV. A comment on the role of media in society and its effect on the social voices and opinions of our time. Directed by: Esteban Sapir, Argentina 2007, 99 min. Silent movie with English subtitles. In association with Latinamerika i Fokus and Folkets Bio Malmö. Friday July 25 42

10 pm | Lindängens amphitheatre

OUTDOOR CINEMA

VI ÄR BÄST!

Bobo, Klara and Hedvig start a punk band, even though they don’t have any instruments. And even though everyone says punk is dead. A film bristling with music and charm. About the highs and lows of being a teenager, about the strongest friendships in the world, and about the importance of being true to yourself. Directed by: Lukas Moodysson, Sweden 2013, 102 min. Swedish dialogue. In association with Folkets Bio Malmö. Saturday July 26

10 pm | Sevedsplan

FROZEN

The courageous princess Anna sets off on an adventurous journey to find her sister, Elsa the snow queen. Along the way she joins forces with Kristoffer, the mountaineer, his loyal reindeer Sven and the comic snowman Olaf. The first Disney film to ever win an Oscar in the Best Animated Film category. Directed by: Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck, USA 2013, 108 min. Dubbed into Swedish. In association with Tjejer i förening and Folkets Bio Malmö. Friday August 1

10 pm | Vänskapsparken (by Ramels väg 41)

EXCUSE MY FRENCH

After Hany Abdallah Peter’s father dies, his mother discovers they no longer can afford to maintain their lifestyle. Forced to leave his private school, he is assumed to be a Muslim at his new school and experiences how different people’s lives can be according to class and religion. But pretending to be something you aren’t is no guaranteed against prejudice. Directed by: Amr Salama, Egypt 2014, 99 min. Arabic Dialogue with Swedish subtitles. Ali Sabah & Bröderna Svensson play Arabic folk music from 9 pm. In association with Malmö Arab Film Festival, Folkets Bio Malmö and Mobilia. Saturday August 2 10 pm | Mobilia utomhustorg (Per Albin Hanssons väg 34)

SALVATION ARMY

The directorial debut of celebrated Moroccan author Abdellah Taïas, a film based on his own novel Salvation Army. About Abdellah, growing up in a working-class neighbourhood in Casablanca. Surrounded by the cruelties of the patriarchy and poverty, shaped by homophobic values, he searches for his own identity and path in life. Directed by: Abdellah Taïa, Morocco 2013, 84 min. French and Arabic dialogue with Swedish subtitles. In association with Regnbågsfestivalen - Malmö Pride and Folkets Bio Malmö. Friday August 8

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10 pm | Enskifteshagen (Annelund)

OUTDOOR CINEMA

Monica Z | July 12 Lindängens amphitheatre (see page 41)45

Sommarscen Malmö partnering with:

Program collaborations Sommarscen 2014: Clandestino, Drömmarnas Hus, Folkets Bio Malmö, Hiphopcentralen, Jazz i Malmö, KIT – Köpenhamns Internationella Teater, Latinamerika i Fokus, Malmö Konstmuseum, Malmö Symfoniorkester, Malmö Arab Film Festival, Mobilia, Nordisk Panorama, P4 Malmöhus - Sveriges Radio, Regnbågsfestivalen – Malmö Pride, RGRA, Romska Kulturcentret i Malmö, Re:Orient/Moriska Paviljongen, Rundan Sightseeing, Skånes Dansteater, Språka, Studieförbundet Bilda, Studio Bel Canto, Tjejer i förening.

Graphic production: Kulturförvaltningen, Malmö stad

Photo: Rickard Grรถnkvist

A FRIENDLY REMINDER! • Scheduling may be subject to change. You’ll always find the latest updates at www.sommarscen.se. • We advise you to come in good time to make sure you get a seat. • At the venue Pildammsteatern the seats closest to the stage are reserved for the disabled. • Feel free to bring along your own refreshments, but please depose of your litter. Refreshments will be on sale near the venue at Pildammsteatern.

• It’s easy to reach all our venues by bike. If you prefer public transport, go to www.skanetrafiken.se for more details. • Sommarscen has many surprising venues, ranging from parks to parking lots, so bring along something to sit on. • Please be aware that not all venues can provide toilet facilities. • Sound levels at our evening shows may be a bit high for the youngest set, so headphones or ear plugs are recommended.

183 OPEN-AIR EVENTS. ALWAYS FREE ADMISSION.