Lena Kupke: “Cologne doesn’t pretend to be more upmarket than it is”
Comedian Lena Kupke doesn’t see herself as a local patriot. She came to Cologne 12 years ago to write and act.
Clubs in Cologne: never-ending nightlife
When you think of a night out in Cologne, you’re probably thinking more “a couple of kölsch beers in a cosy corner pub”…
Shary Reeves: “Cologne has delusions of grandeur. No wonder – we’re descendants of the Romans!”
Presenter, author and ex-footballer Shary Reeves was born in Cologne. The thing she likes most about the city is the people and their sarcasm, humour and love of wackiness.
Seán McDonagh: “It was a bit of a culture shock but pretty funny too”
Actor Seán McDonagh has been living in Cologne for ten years. A job at the Schauspiel Köln theatre brought him to the city he now calls home.
Suzie Kerstgens: “Cologne’s doors are always open to everyone”
Suzie Kerstgens is Cologne. Cologne is Suzie Kerstgens. The Klee singer spoke to us about the deep connection she feels with the city and how it came about.
