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The DOK is an association of 13 opera houses in German-speaking countries and 3 associated member theatres in London, Milan and Paris. Twice a year, the DOK meets to exchange views on current issues and challenges. Its aim is to strengthen and further develop the opera business in the entire German-speaking region and beyond. Furthermore, the member theatres of the DOK are committed to the preservation and future viability of opera as an art form as part of the indispensable values of European culture.

Timeless elegance, tradition and innovation have characterised the Excelsior Hotel Ernst for more than almost 160 years. In 1863, Carl Ernst, the "Royal Court Restaurateur at the Central Station", built today's Grand Hotel. To this day, the Excelsior Hotel Ernst is considered the social centre of the Rhineland - the only member of the Leading Hotels of the World in Cologne and a member of the Selection of German Luxury Hotels. The hotel's philosophy "Your individuality is our strength" is passionately demonstrated by the 190 employees.

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In November 2018, the Children's Opera Cologne was awarded the title UNICEF Sponsor Cologne by UNICEF. This marked the start of a cooperation between the Cologne Children's Opera and UNICEF with the aim of raising awareness for children's rights and developing joint campaigns for children in Cologne. The extensive cultural and theatrical educational work of the Cologne Children's Opera, the oldest children's opera in Europe, plays a central role in the partnership.

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, excerpts of which were read out by children from the Henry Ford Secondary School during performances of the children's opera, is the fundamental basis of the long-term cooperation with UNICEF.

Detailed information on UNICEF and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child can be found here!