Kurt Weill Centre, Music heritage memorial in Dessau-Roßlau, Germany.
The Kurt Weill Centre occupies the Feininger House, a Bauhaus-era building that houses archives, a library, and a media center. The collections document the composer's life and work through original sources and research materials.
The composer was born in Dessau in 1900 and began his career at the city's court theater. His collaboration with Bertolt Brecht in the 1920s produced works that redefined modern theater music.
The center bears the name of a local composer whose works shaped theater culture in the 20th century. Annual performances and programs throughout the city keep his legacy part of everyday cultural life.
Visitors can explore the permanent exhibition with audio examples and biographical films about the composer's work. The central location makes the building easy to reach on foot with clear signs marking the way.
This is the only European documentary institute focused exclusively on this composer and his influence on music. This specialization makes it a rare destination for researchers and enthusiasts from around the world.
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