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Ein musikalisches Märchen nach Engelbert Humperdinck für Kinder von 4 bis 12 Jahren.

Sunday, 11/29/2026 at 3:00 PM

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Ein musikalisches Märchen nach Engelbert Humperdinck für Kinder von 4 bis 12 Jahren.

Sunday, 11/29/2026
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In a sophisticated way, the "Fairy Tale Opera Company" sings and tells the story of Humperdinck's operatic classic "Hansel and Gretel" anew.

A computer-animated stage design takes the children from the living room into the enchanted forest, where not only animals hide. Raspberries are picked from the screen, and the witch's house has some surprises in store. For one hour, young and old visitors experience a very special journey!

Cast:
Gretel: Sohee Jing
Hansel: Paula-Kristin Friebel
Mother/Witch: Cathleen Chiara Fink
Father: Fabian Ling
Narrator: Gunda Aurich
Piano: Emin Mandeow

for children from 4 to 12 years old

Photo: Stephen Rübsam

Box office opens at 2:00 PM

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In the house of the broom maker, poverty reigns. The children suffer from hunger, the mother reacts angrily and sends Hänsel with Gretel into the woods to gather berries. When the father comes home, the mood turns to concern: There are rumors of a witch who turns children into gingerbread. In the looming darkness, the once-familiar forest suddenly appears strange and eerie to Hänsel and Gretel. Only the Sandman can calm the two. When the witch and the gingerbread house appear the next morning, the siblings must prove themselves: Thanks to their bravery, they can break the evil spell and defeat the witch, freeing the enchanted children.

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In the house of the broom maker, poverty reigns. The children suffer from hunger, the mother reacts angrily and sends Hänsel with Gretel into the woods to gather berries. When the father comes home, the mood turns to concern: There are rumors of a witch who turns children into gingerbread. In the looming darkness, the once-familiar forest suddenly appears strange and eerie to Hänsel and Gretel. Only the Sandman can calm the two. When the witch and the gingerbread house appear the next morning, the siblings must prove themselves: Thanks to their bravery, they can break the evil spell and defeat the witch, freeing the enchanted children.

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Hänsel und Gretel - Märchenoper von Engelbert Humperdinck

Fairy-tale opera in three acts
Libretto: Adelheid Wette
Duration: 130 minutes including intermission

+In German language · With subtitles in German and English.

PRODUCTION TEAM
Puppet construction: Bernhard Leismüller
Puppet heads: Sebastian Demmel
Costume tailoring: Bernhard Leismüller
Set design: Bernhard Leismüller
Direction, dramaturgy: Bernhard Leismüller & Ralf Hechelmann

STAGING
Creating a fairy-tale world that captivates both children and adults alike was the stated goal from the beginning. The success of this endeavor was demonstrated by the reactions of our visitors. The adult audience was just as enchanted by the magical enchanted forest and its mythical creatures as the younger visitors were. The greatest compliment came from a 10-year-old girl who persuaded her grandmother to gift her the recording. The fact that even children's ears were enchanted by the sophisticated music, which often reminiscent of Wagner in its orchestration, is a lovely confirmation for this production.

STAGE HISTORY
The world premiere took place with great success on December 23, 1893, in Weimar under the direction of Richard Strauss. Following performances in Karlsruhe and Munich, other German stages quickly followed, such as Berlin's Linden Opera in 1894, which managed an impressive total of 425 performances by 1964. Translated into 17 foreign languages, "Hänsel und Gretel" has also spread rapidly abroad - as far as Africa, North and South America, Australia, and even the Far East (1961 in Tokyo). Boys' choirs like the Vienna Boys' Choir and Regensburg Cathedral Sparrows have included the work in their repertoire.

Lindau (Bodensee)

1/10/2027
3:00 PM

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Das goldene Einhorn - Handpuppenspiel für Kinder ab vier Jahren

“Das goldene Einhorn” is a puppet theater production in 2 acts with a performance duration of approximately 45 minutes.

In a foreign land, a charming princess lives in a peaceful world, in harmony with all the animals. The rare and elusive unicorn is also friends with the princess. It appears full of trust when it hears her song.

Unfortunately, the cunning troll of the rocky mountains has eavesdropped on the events and returns to his meager world with the unicorn's call. Will he succeed, with the help of his servant, the dwarf Hugi, in summoning and capturing the unicorn?

However, the adventurous Kasper and his dog Bello will surely manage to secretly follow the troll together with the children. And if the unicorn gets into trouble, everyone will surely help...

Puppeteer David Minuth takes the audience on an imaginative journey through fairy-tale worlds, which, with enchanting puppets and artistic staging, let not only the children dream.

Dr. Johannes, Karin, and David Minuth are known for their fairy-tale puppet plays far beyond the borders of Freiburg. They write their texts themselves and also design and create the magical puppets.

Puppet theater for children aged 4 and up

Director: Dr. Johannes Minuth

Playing time: approximately 45 minutes

http://www.freiburger-puppenbuehne.de

Admission about 15 minutes before the performance begins

Freiburg im Breisgau

4/4/2027
12:30 PM

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Das goldene Einhorn - Handpuppenspiel für Kinder ab vier Jahren

“Das goldene Einhorn” is a puppet theater production in 2 acts with a performance duration of approximately 45 minutes.

In a foreign land, a charming princess lives in a peaceful world, in harmony with all the animals. The rare and elusive unicorn is also friends with the princess. It appears full of trust when it hears her song.

Unfortunately, the cunning troll of the rocky mountains has eavesdropped on the events and returns to his meager world with the unicorn's call. Will he succeed, with the help of his servant, the dwarf Hugi, in summoning and capturing the unicorn?

However, the adventurous Kasper and his dog Bello will surely manage to secretly follow the troll together with the children. And if the unicorn gets into trouble, everyone will surely help...

Puppeteer David Minuth takes the audience on an imaginative journey through fairy-tale worlds, which, with enchanting puppets and artistic staging, let not only the children dream.

Dr. Johannes, Karin, and David Minuth are known for their fairy-tale puppet plays far beyond the borders of Freiburg. They write their texts themselves and also design and create the magical puppets.

Puppet theater for children aged 4 and up

Director: Dr. Johannes Minuth

Playing time: approximately 45 minutes

http://www.freiburger-puppenbuehne.de

Admission about 15 minutes before the performance begins

Freiburg im Breisgau

4/4/2027
11:00 AM

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Hase und Igel - Ein Familienstück mit Musik nach dem Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm

A family show with music based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm

Stumpy legs? Who has stumpy legs here?! Mole Mauli is outraged because his nasty neighbor Hare has nothing better to do than mock other animals. This time, he has set his sights on Mauli's friend Hedgehog. Although Hedgehog himself is not particularly bothered, Mauli is not willing to tolerate this meanness any longer. And so he boldly announces that the Hedgehog can easily beat the Hare in a race. Before the Hedgehog can object, he finds himself part of a bet, the stakes of which include not only his good reputation but also the mole's carrot field. Together with Mauli and his clever friend Igelinchen, the Hedgehog devises a plan that will allow him to announce at the finish line: "I am already here!"
Extremely funny and skillfully, Nora Schumacher demonstrates how relevant the famous fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm is, and that in the most famous bet of the animal kingdom, it's not about speedy legs, but about self-confidence, courage, creativity, and true friendship.

Venue: Großes Haus | Duration: 60 min. no intermission | Age recommendation: from 4 years

Admission: 7.10 euros
Online you will receive the following discounts:
50% discount for severe disabilities from 80% GDB and a free ticket for the accompanying person with reference "B" in the ID.
Free ticket for students of Hochschule RheinMain (three days before the event)
Further information, such as discounts at the box office for holders of a Rüsselsheim pass, can be found under "Discounts & Reductions." These discounts are only available at the box office.

Organizer: Theater Rüsselsheim

Photo: Martin Büttner

Admission: from 2 PM

Rüsselsheim

5/2/2027
3:00 PM

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Hase und Igel - Ein Familienstück mit Musik nach dem Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm

A family piece with music based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm

Stubby legs? Who has stubby legs here?! Mole Mauli is outraged because his nasty neighbor Hare has nothing better to do than mock other animals. This time, he has set his sights on Mauli's friend Hedgehog. Although Hedgehog isn't particularly bothered by it, Mauli does not want to put up with this meanness any longer. And so he declares that the Hedgehog can easily defeat the Hare in a race. Before the Hedgehog can raise an objection, he is part of a bet, the stakes of which, besides his good name, also include the mole's turnip field. Together with Mauli and his clever friend Igelinchen, the Hedgehog devises a plan that will allow him to proclaim at the finish line: "I'm already here!"
With animalistic humor and cleverness, Nora Schumacher demonstrates in her adaptation how relevant the famous fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm still is, and that in the most well-known bet in the animal kingdom, it is not about fast legs, but about self-confidence, courage, resourcefulness, and true friendship.

Venue: Großes Haus | Duration: 60 Min. no intermission | Recommended age: from 4 years

Admission: 7.10 euros
Online you can receive the following discounts:
50% discount for severe disabilities from 80% GDB and a free ticket for the accompanying person with reference "B" in the ID.
Free ticket for students of the Hochschule RheinMain (three days before the event)
More information, such as discounts at the box office for holders of a Rüsselsheim pass, can be found under "Discounts & Reductions." These discounts are only available at the box office.

Organizer: Theater Rüsselsheim

Photo: Martin Büttner

Admission: from 8 am

Rüsselsheim

5/3/2027
9:00 AM

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