Name: The Legend of Georgia McBride, Matthew Lopez
Start: 2026-07-10T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-10T21:30:00+02:00
Location: ETA Hoffmann Theater

Glamour, courage, and a lot of stage magic in Bamberg

When Elvis meets drag, it creates not just an evening, but a dazzling stage experience full of pace, wit, and transformative power. The Legend of Georgia McBride brings Matthew Lopez’s heartwarming and quirky comedy to the stage of the ETA Hoffmann Theater and tells the story of Casey, who is suddenly confronted with existential fear, family happiness, and glamour in a rundown bar.

A transformation that goes under the skin

The story begins in the dim light of a bar in Panama City, but within just a few scenes, the atmosphere shifts into an explosive play with identity, self-assertion, and liberation. Direction, acting, and dramaturgy intertwine as the failed Elvis impersonator Casey transforms into the glamorous Georgia McBride. The play combines comedy, musical theater moments, and queer self-empowerment into an evening that entertains and touches at the same time.

Drag as an art form, protest, and liberation

Matthew Lopez depicts drag not just as a mere show element, but as an attitude. The production opens the view on an art form that has been reinterpreted since its historical roots and today stands for visibility, dignity, and resistance. Amid high heels, makeup, and lip sync, a theatrical evening emerges with rhythmic lightness and a clear social core.

Stage design, costumes, and theater atmosphere

With stage and costumes by Nico Zielke, the production gains a visual signature that sensuously makes the transition between the rough bar world and the sparkling drag stage experience palpable. The musical arrangement by Thorsten Drücker carries the scenes with drive and timing, while the ensemble moves through pointed dialogues, precise comedy, and emotional intensification. The strength of this evening lies precisely in that: It laughs loudly without losing its tenderness.

Why this theater evening feels special in Bamberg

The ETA Hoffmann Theater, located in the heart of Bamberg, provides the perfect setting for this production: open, approachable, and aimed at an audience that craves presence, attitude, and striking imagery. Those who engage with this evening experience a clever comedy about self-discovery, courage, and the power of play. A must for anyone who wants to experience theater with heart, attitude, and sparkling stage energy.