Esther Sedlaczek and Riccardo Simonetti to host Semperopernball

Esther Sedlaczek and Riccardo Simonetti have been announced as the hosting duo for the 2027 Semperopernball in Dresden. The event, scheduled for February 5, 2027, will carry the motto ‘Vivi il momento - Eine Nacht in Elbflorenz’.

Organizers aim to provide approachable and contemporary entertainment by combining Sedlaczek’s journalistic experience from Sportschau with Simonetti’s background in pop culture and entertainment. Additionally, influencer Patrice Aminati will participate in a new social media format titled ‘Patrice Aminati trifft’, where she will provide behind-the-scenes coverage of the event preparations on Instagram.

Other notable details for the evening include the expected attendance of German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife, Elke Büdenbender. Furthermore, actor and musician Jan Josef Liefers has been named as a recipient of the Choros Award in recognition of his artistic work and social commitment.