When does the performance take place?

The show begins on 13.09.2026 at 17:00 in the Bamberg Puppet Theater in Bamberg.

How long does Doctor Johannes Faust last?

The running time is about 135 minutes, plus an intermission of about 15 minutes.

What age is the play suitable for?

The age recommendation is from 10 years.

How much is the admission price?

The presale price is 26 euros for the play.

Where is the venue located?

It is performed at the Bamberg Puppet Theater, Staubsches Haus, Untere Sandstraße 30, 96049 Bamberg.

Is the theater wheelchair accessible?

The house is a historic building and can only be reached via a staircase with 25 steps.

Faust as Puppet Play: Bamberg Experiences an Evening Full of Dark Poetry

Name: Doctor Johannes Faust
Start: 2026-09-13T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-13T21:30:00+02:00
Location: Bamberger Marionettentheater

Doctor Johannes Faust: A Bamberg Puppet Evening Between Scholarship and Descent into Hell

In the Bamberg Puppet Theater, Doctor Johannes Faust unfolds its dark fascination: a folk play that brings the old Faust material to the historical puppet stage in a concentrated form. The restless scholar, who reaches for knowledge and fulfillment, pays the highest price in the end. It is precisely this that creates a stage experience of rare density, supported by precise dramaturgy, fine acting of the figures, and the unique theater atmosphere of the Staubsches Haus.

The Material: Temptation, Knowledge, Downfall

The story follows an archaic core that still resonates today. Dr. Faust, a professor in Wittenberg, grapples with his dissatisfaction and makes a pact with the devil. The promise sounds seductive, but the end is merciless. It is in this clear line that the power of the evening lies: the production condenses the material into an evening about human ambition, seduction, and the limits of knowledge.

Hans Wurst as a Lively Counterpoint

The character of Hans Wurst, who acts as a humorous mediator between the action and the audience, appears particularly appealing. His garrulousness lightens the dark narrative without undermining it. In this mix of wit and common sense lies an attractive contrast that speaks directly to the audience and drives the evening rhythmically. Thus, a rare balance of seriousness and folk theater is created, for which the puppet theater has been appreciated for years.

Historical Stage, Strong Images, Strong Impact

The Bamberg Puppet Theater has been performing since 1986 in the Staubsches Haus, a baroque Bürgerhaus from 1795. The stage itself measures only 80 centimeters in width and 60 centimeters in height, yet it is precisely this miniature format that creates an astonishing illusion of depth through the arrangement of scenery and lighting. The result is a visually dense puppet theater experience that does not display history in a museum-like manner but brings it to life. The proximity to the old town, the limited seating, and the intimate hall size enhance the audience's reaction: here, one does not watch from a distance, but one sits right in the art.

Dramaturgy for Audiences with a Sense of Classicism and Form

The performance lasts about 135 minutes and includes a break of approximately 15 minutes. It is recommended for ages 10 and up. Thus, the evening targets culture-interested visitors who not only know the material but want to experience it anew: as puppet theater, as a preservation of tradition, and as a precise staging of a German theater classic in a historical setting. The play is part of the repertoire of the house, which prefers to show works of Romanticism and Classicism in close-to-original versions.

Conclusion: An Evening That Resonates

Doctor Johannes Faust promises an intense, visually striking, and intelligently constructed stage experience in Bamberg. Those who love theater as a interplay of craftsmanship, atmosphere, and intellectual tension will experience an evening of rare character here. The connection of the Faust material, puppet art, and historical stage makes this date a special cultural moment. Seeing it live is worthwhile.