The clock is ticking, and on the slippery political stage, every maneuver seems possible. The self-proclaimed "democratic center" is tearing down firewalls, multi-billionaires are using chainsaws to dismantle government agencies, academia, and international aid, and then bask in the glory.

Thick D

tif - Theater at the Fridericianum

Kassel, 2006: Markus Zimmer died of multiple organ failure at the age of only 41. Friends and family could not save him from his addiction. A brilliant musician, a sensitive person, known for his style that subverted gender stereotypes, his extravagant lifestyle, and his music.

Welcome to THE BATES Motel (UA)

The blazing tales of sin and redemption come from radio and the Bible: they ignite sparks in commanding sermons and alluring pop music. A prodigal son, Jerry Lee Lewis, storms from the deepest provinces into the national spotlight, secretly marries his 13-year-old cousin, who will be just one of his seven wives, and is condemned. Years later, a night watchman at Graceland—Elvis Presley's estate—watches a 1976 Lincoln Continental snarl as it digs through the gravel of the driveway and, after a final burst of acceleration, slams into the gate. The driver shouts in a voice of equally resounding chrome: "I want to see Elvis! Just tell him, the killer's here."

Great Balls of Fire! - Die Jerry Lee Lewis Story

Theaterstübchen - Kassel

Virginia Woolf called it "the most boring novel in the world." Kurt Tucholsky compared this work to a Maggi bouillon cube that would be brewed mediocrely for generations.

Ulysses

Based on the hit film of the same name starring Jack Black, Andrew Lloyd Webber's rousing rock musical follows struggling singer Dewey Finn, who is kicked out of his band just before a competition. To at least pay the rent, Dewey pretends to be a substitute teacher and, without actually knowing anything about math or any other school subjects, ends up at an elite school. What he does know a lot about, however, is music! As homework, he assigns his students to listen to music by bands like AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, and Black Sabbath – which, much to the headmistress's chagrin, becomes the soundtrack to everyday school life.

School of Rock

Staatstheater Kassel

While reading classwork, a teacher is confronted with a racist remark that contradicts his humanistic convictions. He underlines it and finds himself facing not only the student's father but his entire class: they demand his suspension and accuse him of harboring anti-state sentiments. The teacher and his students, the youth being playfully prepared for the next war by the ruling regime, become increasingly estranged. But then, during summer camp, one of the students is murdered – and the search for the killer begins…

Youth Without God

A mother and daughter live in a rented apartment building by the canal, outside the city. Rents are rising, and the mother reacts to every other crisis in her life with helplessness and lethargy. Neither the accusations nor the efforts of her daughter Vera help her.

Justin Hibbeler

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 27 - Apr 30, 2026

Schamparadies (UA) · Staatstheater Kassel

Mar 6 - Apr 29, 2026

Youth Without God · Staatstheater Kassel

Past events

Apr 19, 2026

Thick D · Staatstheater Kassel

11 - 18 Apr, 2026

Welcome to THE BATES Motel (UA) · Staatstheater Kassel

Future and recently performed repertoire

Ned Schneebly, Herr Green in School of Rock by Webber

Staatstheater Kassel

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