Friday, 7/3/2026
at 7:00 PM



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ROCKING AT THE ROMAN THEATER

The Roman Theater Augusta Raurica is the best-preserved ancient open-air stage north of the Alps and has been the venue for Z7 concerts for many years. In 2014, the Swiss Pink Floyd tribute band Crazy Diamond provided one of the most impressive concert experiences here, followed by performances from artists such as Tangerine Dream, Nena, Mike & The Mechanics, Nick Mason, and Beth Hart. Anyone who has experienced a concert in the semicircle with 1,600 seats knows the incomparable atmosphere of this historical setting. In 2026, Z7 returns and presents for “Augusta Raurica – Live in Concert” Crazy Diamond, Apocalyptica, and Eluveitie as high-profile headliners.

APOCALYPTICA – PLAYS METALLICA LIVE

Thirty years ago, a completely unknown band from Finland emerged in the music scene, catching the attention of both classical and metal fans. With the album “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica by Four Cellos,” classically trained musicians from the far North let loose on stage. Headbanging while playing the cello was something the music world had never seen before. The concept was continuously expanded. Soon, three cellos and a drum set appeared on stage at concerts. With guest singers, more bands were covered, and eventually, original songs were composed. In 2024, however, they returned to their old love and released the album “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol 2.” This work continues the journey that began in 1996 when cellists from the world-famous Sibelius Academy in Helsinki created their symphonic tribute to the metal titans Metallica. The tenth Apocalyptica album features several surprises. For example, the stunning reinterpretation of one of the greatest musical Metallica moments, the song “One” from the milestone album “And Justice For All.” Additionally, James Hetfield and Rob Trujillo can also be heard on the new Apocalyptica album. With this release, Apocalyptica has once again outdone themselves. On the current tour, the band exclusively plays Metallica songs to the delight of fans. The unleashed cello metallers with a best-of-Metallica set promise a wild summer night in Augusta Raurica.

Doors open: 6:00 PM

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