When does Sleeping Beauty begin in Bamberg?

The performance begins on 04/24/2026 at 5:00 PM.

How long does the piece last?

The duration is approximately 60 minutes.

Is there an intermission?

No, the performance runs without intermission.

Is the event suitable for children?

Yes, the age recommendation is from 5 years.

How much is the admission fee?

A fairy tale ticket costs €17.00; for children up to 14 years €11.00.

Is the theater accessible?

No, the theater is according to the organizer not accessible and can only be reached via a staircase with 25 steps.

A delicate fairy tale that transforms Bamberg into poetic stage happiness

Name: Sleeping Beauty
Start: 2026-04-24T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-24T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Bamberger Marionettentheater

A fairytale stage experience between puppet art, residence flair, and rose garden

With Sleeping Beauty, a Grimm classic returns to the stage of the Bamberg Puppet Theater as a lovingly designed fairy tale play. The production combines poetic storytelling with precise direction, detailed stage design, and that unmistakable theater atmosphere that has characterized this house for years. The performance on April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM transports the audience into a world of spindle, curse, and redemption - until the happy end in the rose garden. ([bamberger-marionettentheater.de](https://www.bamberger-marionettentheater.de/spielplan/event/737-dorn-roeschen?utm_source=openai))

Fairytale material with fine dramaturgy

The version by Marec Béla Steffens was specifically created for the Bamberg Puppet Theater and approaches the Grimm fairy tale with narrative lightness, pointed wit, and a clear dramatic line. Particularly the framing, in which characters from the Brothers Grimm themselves appear, adds an additional theatrical layer to the piece. This results in a stage experience that captivates not only children but also adults. ([bamberger-marionettentheater.de](https://www.bamberger-marionettentheater.de/spielplan/event/737-dorn-roeschen?utm_source=openai))

Puppet art with historical charm

The Bamberg Puppet Theater performs in the listed Staubschen House at Untere Sandstraße 30. The house is located near the New Residence and is only accessible via a staircase with 25 steps. This special venue enhances the intimate effect of the performance: close, focused, atmospherically dense. The acoustics, the lighting, and the delicate movements of the figures create that blend of nostalgia and precision for which puppet theater in Bamberg is valued. ([bamberger-marionettentheater.de](https://www.bamberger-marionettentheater.de/kontakt?utm_source=openai))

From theater to urban landscape

The venue fits into one of the most attractive cultural settings in Franconia. The staging plays with the contrast of fairy tale world and baroque surroundings, as the piece also leads through rooms and references that culturally enrich Bamberg itself with its historical residence and the rose garden. Entrance to the rose garden is free, while the New Residence itself will have regular entrance fees in 2026 - a detail that further enhances the surroundings. ([residenz-bamberg.de](https://www.residenz-bamberg.de/deutsch/tourist/eintritt.htm))

Proximity to the audience, family charm, and clear running time

With a duration of 60 minutes and no intermission, Sleeping Beauty is suitable for families as well as for visitors looking for a concentrated, entertaining theater experience. The age recommendation from 5 years underlines the family-friendly character. The piece relies on accessible language, magical imagery, and a production that captures attention from the very beginning. ([bamberger-marionettentheater.de](https://www.bamberger-marionettentheater.de/spielplan/event/737-dorn-roeschen?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: Those seeking a poetic theater experience with handcrafted precision, fairy-tale suspense, and historical atmosphere in Bamberg will find a special evening in Sleeping Beauty. This piece unfolds its magic live - close to the characters, close to the fairy tale, close to the magic of theater. ([bamberger-marionettentheater.de](https://www.bamberger-marionettentheater.de/spielplan/event/737-dorn-roeschen?utm_source=openai))