When does the performance start?

The performance begins on 01.07.2026 at 20:30.

Where does the play take place?

It will be performed at the Old Court at Domplatz 7 in Bamberg.

Is the event open air?

Yes, the performance takes place under the open sky in the historic Old Court.

What is the ticket price?

The researched ticket price is 42 euros per ticket.

Who is the theater evening suitable for?

For culture enthusiasts who appreciate Kleist's wit, a strong ensemble, and special venues.

Are there any indications about accessibility and access?

The Old Court is accessible via Domstraße; accessible restrooms and elevators are available, and disabled parking is located about 100 meters away at Domplatz.

Kleist's Sharp Comedy Becomes a Sommer Theater Event in Bamberg

Name: The Broken Jug, Heinrich von Kleist, Calderon Games 2026
Start: 2026-07-01T22:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-02T00:30:00+02:00
Location: Alte Hofhaltung

When Kleist's Comedy Classic Conquers the Old Court

Heinrich von Kleist's The Broken Jug returns to Bamberg in a summer stage adaptation and unfolds in the historic setting of the Old Court that mix of wit, judicial satire, and human revelation that has made the play indestructible for generations. Judge Adam stumbles through a trial he wants to control, while truth, abuse of power, and comedy collide inexorably.

A Courtroom as a Theatrical Powder Keg

The direction by Jasper Brandis meets Kleist's precisely constructed dramaturgy, in which each twist sharpens suspicion and each excuse leads deeper into chaos. The evening thrives on the friction between comedy and abyss: a trial that begins as a farce and disintegrates into a ruthless portrait of authority. Especially outdoors, this constellation gains additional tension as the open venue sharpens the view of characters, bodies, and language.

Historical Setting, Lively Present

The Old Court lends a special theatrical atmosphere to the stage experience. Stone, courtyard, and architecture do not serve merely as decoration but as a resonance space for Kleist's famous mix-ups, power games, and revelations. In this environment, the court dispute takes on a nearly tangible presence, as if the history were speaking directly from the masonry. This is theater art with a sense of place: sensual, focused, and atmospherically dense.

Ensemble, Design, and Fine Building of Tension

With Anna Siegrot in the design and Antonia Leitgeb-Busche in the dramaturgy, a framework is created that makes Kleist's linguistic music and the comedic mechanics visible. The ensemble around Stephan Ullrich, Eric Wehlan, Marek Egert, Iris Hochberger, Laura Röseler, Daniel Warland, and Hermia Gerdes promises a performance that oscillates between precision and ease. This is exactly where the strength of this classic lies: It entertains while simultaneously exposing the fragility of law, morality, and self-presentation.

Why This Theater Evening Captivates

The Broken Jug remains one of the sharpest yet most enjoyable texts in German stage literature. Those who experience this evening in Bamberg do not see a museum-like textbook illustration but a lively play about deception, desire, and the comedy of human self-revelation. A summer evening that brings the audience and stage close together and allows Kleist's classic to shine with new freshness.

Conclusion: In the Old Court, visitors can expect a clever, atmospheric, and audience-friendly theater experience under the open sky. Those who love wit, ensemble art, and historical venues should not miss this evening.