Markus Barth's one-person play "Famous" tells the story of Maik Wienand, an electrician from Kerpen who suddenly becomes briefly famous after appearing on a talent show. While working on technical equipment in a basement, Maik tells the audience his life story and how his dream of fame developed. After his appearance on the show, he becomes known under the nickname "Stable Boy Maik" and experiences a brief moment of popularity with performances, media attention, and even his own CD. But fame is fleeting. The play combines humor and tragedy and vividly shows how quickly media hype can arise – and disappear again. At the same time, it asks what success and genuine recognition really mean in life.

Volker Schmalöer

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Nov 5, 2026

FAMOUS – by Markus Barth – WORLD PREMIERE · Kleines Theater

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