When does the vernissage take place and how long does it last?

The vernissage starts on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM and lasts until about 7:00 PM. The exhibition is subsequently accessible from April 2 to April 29.

What are the opening hours of the exhibition hall in the New Town Hall?

Monday to Thursday 9 AM to 5 PM, Friday 9 AM to 3 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 PM to 4 PM. Short-term changes may occur; please check in advance.

Is there an admission fee to attend the vernissage?

Admission to the vernissage is free. The exhibition visit is also possible without admission.

Are there guided tours or educational programs?

Information to follow. The exhibition lends itself to independent contemplation of works; please contact the City of Bayreuth or the Kunstmuseum for groups.

Is the exhibition barrier-free accessible?

Yes, the exhibition hall in the New Town Hall is barrier-friendly. There are barrier-free restrooms, disabled parking, and step-free access.

Is photography allowed in the exhibition?

Information to follow. Please observe signs on site and ask staff; flash photography and tripods are restricted in many exhibitions.

Colors in Dialogue: Two Handwritings, an Anniversary, Bayreuth Celebrates Watercolor and Color Tone

Name: Vernissage: Colors in Dialogue – Patrick Amorsi and Margit Rehner
Start: 2026-04-02T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-02T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Neues Rathaus, Ausstellungshalle

Colors in Dialogue: An anniversary exhibition that awakens the senses of Bayreuth

On April 2, 2026, the exhibition hall in the New Town Hall of Bayreuth will transform into a place of intense contemplation of artworks: The vernissage Colors in Dialogue opens the art experience of two handwriting styles – the watercolor light moods of Patrick Amorsi from Annecy and the vibrant painting and print graphics of Margit Rehner from Bayreuth. The occasion is the 60th anniversary of the town twinning between Annecy and Bayreuth.

Light, Water, Rhythm: Patrick Amorsi's Watercolors

Drawing from the tradition of plein air painting, Amorsi condenses atmospheric impressions into clear color tones. Transparent glazes, swift brush strokes, and the characteristic texture of the paper create spatial effects and a cheerful exhibition atmosphere. His education at the Arts décoratifs in Geneva and his long-standing practice as a graphic designer influence composition, image rhythm, and color.

Color Fields, Lines, Material Print: Margit Rehner's Visual Language

Rehner, rooted in Bayreuth, combines painting, drawing, and printing techniques. Sponge, roller, and material printing meet vibrant color fields; lines connect the image spaces. From the contemplation of the works speaks a sensual, tactile quality: pigments, paper, canvas, and print trace become traces of lived aesthetic experience. Her biography, bridging textile design and fine arts, is reflected in precise color and form economy.

Curatorial Dialogue: Town Twinning as a Visual Motif

The juxtaposition of watercolor and painting/print graphics unfolds a cultural historical resonance space: Alpine light meets Upper Franconia, water surfaces correspond with urban color fields. The exhibition connects to the Bayreuth exhibition landscape of the exhibition hall in the New Town Hall and strengthens cultural education locally through low-threshold access, facilitated by barrier-free infrastructure.

Works, Themes, Mediation

The vernissage (6:00 PM – approx. 7:00 PM) opens an exhibition duration from April 2 to April 29. Focus: Landscape as a carrier of mood, color as structure, drawing as a trace of thinking. Visitors will experience painting, watercolor, and print graphics as a lively discourse on perception, light, and material. The opening hours of the exhibition hall allow for flexible contemplation of works during the week and on weekends.

Conclusion

Poetic watercolors and energetic color fields are expected, making the 60th anniversary of Annecy-Bayreuth visible. Anyone who wants to experience color tones, sense of form, and spatial effects directly should visit the exhibition live – free admission, centrally located, barrier-friendly.