Goethe Lounge: Mary Ocher

Berlin's quirky singer-songwriter comes to Sydney:

Mary Ocher is a singer and songwriter who blurs the lines between pop and avant-garde. Her colorful, playful music is packed with cultural and historical references. Born in Moscow, she moved to Tel Aviv as a child, where themes of nationalism and xenophobia influenced her creative outlook. As a young adult, she relocated to Berlin and became a key figure in its underground scene.

Mary Ocher has toured 40 countries worldwide and has collaborated with Mogwai, King Khan and Felix Kubin, among others. Her genre-defying work spans folk, garage, ambient, and experimental pop. Her releases often come with texts or essays, reflecting her commitment to underground music.

Tickets: $20 Full / $15 Concession

Goethe Lounge: A series of events at the Goethe-Institut in Sydney. Curated by our programming team and presented in collaboration with a range of Australian partner organisations. Live music, talks, and other events in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.

Partnership: Goethe Lounge events in 2025 are proudly supported by Woollahra Municipal Council.

Accessibility note: This event will happen on the first floor, which is only accessible via a staircase. Unfortunately, our heritage building does not have an elevator. We apologise for the inconvenience; please get in touch if this is a concern or if you need assistance.

Photography note: By entering this event site you agree to being filmed or photographed as members of the audience. You may appear in photos or videos used for marketing or promotional purposes.

Acknowledgement: This event takes place on the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation. We pay our respects to the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather.