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Au Pairs
Veranstalter:
Headquarter Entertainment , Gerichtstr. 35, 13347 Berlin, Deutschland
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Veranstaltungsinfos
Au Pairs are a post-punk band originally formed in 1978. By 1983, the original line-up had dissolved. After a long hiatus, the band has reformed with a new line-up that includes original frontperson Lesley Woods.
The current formation features Estella Adeyeri (of Big Joanie) on bass, Alex Ward (known for work with Thurston Moore and Pere Ubu) on guitar, and Jem Doulton (also associated with Thurston Moore) on drums.
They are currently undertaking their first major UK tour in over 40 years, revisiting their 1981 debut album Playing with a Different Sex while also presenting new material ahead of a planned recording later this year. In February 2026, the band performed a series of sold-out shows in Arnhem, Venlo, Leiden, and Eindhoven in the Netherlands.
Formed at the end of the 1970s post-punk era, Au Pairs were noted for combining politically engaged and feminist themes with a rhythmic, dance-oriented sound influenced by funk. Their work has often been described as ahead of its time.
The current line-up brings a renewed energy to the band’s material, highlighting its continued relevance in a contemporary context. Their live performances are direct and engaging—rhythm-driven, tightly executed, and focused on maintaining a strong connection with the audience. The result is a set that feels immediate and immersive, leaving audiences energized and fully engaged.
The current formation features Estella Adeyeri (of Big Joanie) on bass, Alex Ward (known for work with Thurston Moore and Pere Ubu) on guitar, and Jem Doulton (also associated with Thurston Moore) on drums.
They are currently undertaking their first major UK tour in over 40 years, revisiting their 1981 debut album Playing with a Different Sex while also presenting new material ahead of a planned recording later this year. In February 2026, the band performed a series of sold-out shows in Arnhem, Venlo, Leiden, and Eindhoven in the Netherlands.
Formed at the end of the 1970s post-punk era, Au Pairs were noted for combining politically engaged and feminist themes with a rhythmic, dance-oriented sound influenced by funk. Their work has often been described as ahead of its time.
The current line-up brings a renewed energy to the band’s material, highlighting its continued relevance in a contemporary context. Their live performances are direct and engaging—rhythm-driven, tightly executed, and focused on maintaining a strong connection with the audience. The result is a set that feels immediate and immersive, leaving audiences energized and fully engaged.
Ort der Veranstaltung
In den 50er und -60er Jahren des letzten Jahrhunderts war die Schlesische Straße Kreuzbergs Cineasten- Gasse schlechthin. Wer Westfilme sehen wollte und in Ostberlin lebte, kam nicht ums LIDO herum. In den 70er Jahren dann wirkte das Etablissement, dass damals noch „Westside“ hieß richtungweisend in Sachen Rock’n’Roll. Doch alles hat seinen Zeitpunkt und in den spannenden 80ern brauchte das anziehende Haus mit den runden Ecken eine kleine Pause und diente der Berliner Schaubühne als Raum für die Proben.
„Genug Müßiggang“, dachten sich die gegenwärtigen Besitzer vor wenigen Jahren und belebten das alte Anwesen wieder. So konnten dann im Mai 2006 die Türen wieder öffnen. Seitdem gehört das LIDO zu den wichtigsten und angesagtesten Clubs in Berlin, besonders in Kreuzberg natürlich. Maximo Park, Cocorosie, Sportfreunde Stiller und die Beatsteaks waren bereits beeindruckende und zufriedene Gäste des Hauses. Die Mauern des LIDOs können einige Geschichten erzählen; immer mit Stil.
„Genug Müßiggang“, dachten sich die gegenwärtigen Besitzer vor wenigen Jahren und belebten das alte Anwesen wieder. So konnten dann im Mai 2006 die Türen wieder öffnen. Seitdem gehört das LIDO zu den wichtigsten und angesagtesten Clubs in Berlin, besonders in Kreuzberg natürlich. Maximo Park, Cocorosie, Sportfreunde Stiller und die Beatsteaks waren bereits beeindruckende und zufriedene Gäste des Hauses. Die Mauern des LIDOs können einige Geschichten erzählen; immer mit Stil.
