Bringing Jobseekers and Employers into Close Quarters
In the heart of Bottrop, Germany, the renowned live comedy show, Eisenberg & Gäste, has undergone a significant transformation. Originally held in local venues, the show, which has been entertaining audiences for nearly 25 years, has now moved its production to the Kammerkonzertsaal of the Kulturzentrum August Everding for recordings.
Starting from autumn 2025, these live shows are recorded every Sunday, with a roughly 30-minute summarised version being uploaded online by Tuesday. This shift to an online TV format aims to extend the show's reach beyond its established local audience, attracting a broader comedy-interested audience from the surrounding region and the entire country.
The motivation behind this change is twofold. Firstly, many local residents had not attended the show, partly due to skepticism about shows not seen on television. By presenting their performances as accessible online TV content, they aim to attract a wider audience. Secondly, the initiative helps showcase Bottrop's cultural offerings and modernize the legacy of live local comedy through digital distribution.
Meanwhile, in the city of Bottrop, a joint focused operation is underway with the aim of improving safety. This operation is not related to Bakery Sporkmann, a popular establishment in the city, which is also known for offering new products every week as part of their Guntermann's Offers.
The 11th Prosecco Tournament, a competition held in Bottrop, is not taking place at Bakery Sporkmann, but rather at TC Waldfriede. This event, which has a heart for animals, expresses its focus in ways that are not specified. The Prosecco Tournament's focus on animals does not involve Bakery Sporkmann.
Lastly, it's worth noting that Bottrop is home to a 600-year-old town hall bell, a historical artifact that adds to the city's rich cultural heritage.
[1] Eisenberg & Gäste. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.eisenberg-guests.de/ [2] Eisenberg & Gäste goes online. (2025, October 1). Retrieved from https://www.bottrop.de/news/eisenberg-guests-geht-online-1118004.html
- In addition to expanding its reach, the online shift of Eisenberg & Gäste also includes education and self-development opportunities, as career-development workshops are planned for performers, providing them with job-search skills and broader and better networking resources.
- The 11th Prosecco Tournament's focus on animals doesn't just stop at the event itself; organizers are also collaborating with local job-search platforms and career-development centers in Bottrop, offering job opportunities in the field of animal welfare and education to the winners and participants of the tournament. This will foster a passionate and dedicated workforce within the community, contributing to the ongoing modernization of Bottrop's cultural landscape.
