Staatstheater Mainz presents a diverse lineup of theatrical performances that transport audiences through a world of creativity and storytelling. From the legendary Rudi Carrell's life journey and Greek mythology's most beautiful woman to the whimsical adventures of a little witch, each show offers a unique artistic experience. As the stage brings to life tales from the past, present, and imagined futures, audiences are invited to connect with stories that resonate across cultures and time. Dive into an exploration of captivating narratives, intricate characters, and unforgettable performances.

From Stage to Myth: A Journey Through Staatstheater Mainz's Captivating Performances

The Staatstheater Mainz presents an enthralling lineup of plays and musicals, each unraveling intriguing narratives and showcasing the talents of diverse performers. From Rudi Carrell's ironic reflection on showmanship to the whimsical world of 'The Neverending Story', these performances promise rich storytelling and unforgettable experiences. Through these events, audiences are invited to explore cultural and historical themes, while enjoying the artistry of both classic and contemporary productions.

Diverse Dramas and Captivating Performances: A Journey Through German Theatre

Step into a world of artistic brilliance at the Staatstheater Mainz, where timeless tales and contemporary narratives come alive. From the enchanting operetta of 'The Beautiful Helena' to the gripping play 'The End of Eddy', each performance offers a unique exploration of human emotions and societal themes. Join us as we journey through captivating musicals, operas, plays, and ballets, showcasing the creativity and talent of remarkable performers and creators.

Staatstheater Mainz: Unveiling Timeless Tales and Modern Narratives

Staatstheater Mainz's upcoming season promises an eclectic mix of storytelling and performance art that delves into timeless myths, modern dilemmas, and riveting dramas. From the legendary tales of Greek mythology in 'The Beautiful Helena' to the poignant journey of identity in 'The End of Eddy', each event offers a unique exploration of human experience and cultural heritage. Join us as we delve deep into the narratives, performances, and themes that make this season at Staatstheater Mainz a must-see for any theater enthusiast.

Cultural Odyssey: A Dive into Staatstheater Mainz's Diverse Theatrical Line-Up

Staatstheater Mainz presents a captivating season filled with diverse theatrical experiences. From classic operettas and plays to contemporary dance performances, the lineup features works that span cultures, histories, and genres. With talented performers and innovative creative teams, audiences can expect to be both entertained and challenged by the stories unfolding on stage. Whether diving into Greek mythology, exploring the human condition, or celebrating dance, there's something for everyone at this renowned cultural venue.

Exploring Theatrical Masterpieces at Staatstheater Mainz

Alexander Spemann

Dennis Sörös

Samuel Hogarth

Maren Schwier

Mark  Watson Williams

Verena Tönjes

Scott Ingham

Collin  André Schöning

Gabriel Rollinson

Tim-Lukas Reuter

Ziad Nehme

Vera Ivanović

Alexandra Uchlin

Anke Peifer

Barbara Behrendt

Michelle Nicklis

Ulrich Schneider

Cordula Däuper

Sebastian Hernandez-Laverny

Sonja Westerbeck

Sophie  du Vinage

Staatstheater Mainz

Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Mainz

Seven times this season, members of the Mainz Philharmonic State Orchestra and guests will perform Sunday matinees in the foyer of the Grand Hall. Here, various ensembles cultivate the rich genre of chamber music and present works of their own choosing – from great classics to rare chamber music works.

Sunday matinee in May

Opera is a big word! Sometimes you don't need many ingredients to experience a piece of musical theater: A string instrument sounds beautiful – but can also creak and scratch stubbornly. A singing voice is pleasing to the ears – but they say it can sometimes shatter glass!

Who wants a piece of the pie? (AT)

"I dedicate the composition The Dance of 21 to all those who, with strength, struggle, and faith, rebel within themselves every day, to those who tirelessly defend hope and deeper humanity, to those who, without knowing it or caring, become the new model for the future."

8th Symphony Concert

Representatives of Italian church music will gather in Mainz Cathedral for the 9th Symphony Concert. Giovanni Gabrieli, born in 1554, was a Venetian church musician at St. Mark's Basilica in Venice and one of the most important musicians of the Venetian School at the transition from the Renaissance to the Baroque. His avant-garde work attracted musicians from all over Europe to Venice. His most famous student was the German Heinrich Schütz. He made early use of the basso continuo in his works, and his Sonata pian' e forte contains some of the earliest dynamic markings, i.e. markings for the specific use of volume in music. The works of the German Baroque, which culminated in the music of J.S. Bach, are based on this tradition, the roots of which lie in this very Venetian school under Giovanni Gabrieli.

9th Symphony Concert

Mainz Cathedral

What would your last day on earth look like? Perhaps you've already thought about what you would say and do if you knew him beforehand. Would you spend it alone or with the people you love? Would there perhaps be room for a new friendship?

Pretty last friends

Commandant Fahrenberg has seven trees in the Westhofen concentration camp fitted with crossbeams: each of these seven crosses is intended for one of the men who managed to escape from the camp that morning. After seven days, six men have been captured or died – only the seventh cross remains free.

The Seventh Cross

In Sugar Rush, dance transforms the physical exertion of labor into the indulgent fruits of pleasure. Inspired by the traditional act of pounding grapes—a truly Rhenish-Hessian motif—the choreography explores the interplay of collective labor and individual gratification.

Sugar Rush (UA)

How Life Sounds Takes the audience on a musical journey. From the haunting lines in “Hold on to your love” to the indestructible joy of life in “I love life” to the hope that resonates in “The sun always rises” – the evening builds bridges between pop music, chanson and timeless poetry. Lovingly arranged, all the songs are performed in appropriate instrumentations. From piano accompaniment to a large band with drums and double bass, supported by the cello, for example.

What life sounds like (AT)(UA)

What is good orchestral playing other than great chamber music? We are proud that the Philharmonic State Orchestra's chamber music series has been a fixture in our concert calendar for years, managed and brought to life each year anew by the passion of our musicians. Today, it is an integral and indispensable part of Mainz's musical life! With great attention to programming and musical detail , a wide variety of ensembles come together to perform for you.

Sunday matinee in June

Wine, women, and good food—life could be so simple. At least, if it were up to Sir John Falstaff, who is always on the lookout for new pleasures. But when the coffers are empty, the hunter becomes careless: Falstaff sends wooing letters to two married women, but makes the tactical error of making the letters identical except for the salutation. He doesn't expect the two women he's courting, Alice Ford and Meg Page, to be friends, which includes a conversation about the unexpected mail. As soon as the women discover the transparent scam, they start plotting to stop the supposed suitor. Especially since they can also use the opportunity to save Alice's daughter Nannetta from being married, at her father's request, to a man Nannetta can't stand. The only thing to watch out for is the jealous stalking of Ford's husband.

Falstaff

A young man trembles feverishly in his sleep amid the ruins of a dilapidated, isolated stable on the outskirts of a small town in Limerick. When he awakens, he sees the ghost of a woman comforting him with an old German melody...

Refuge (UA)

How well-versed are you in Greek mythology? Are you familiar with the characters of goddesses and gods? And who actually rode the Trojan horse?
The operetta The Beautiful Helen offers a little insight here: Helen was supposedly the most beautiful woman in the world in her time (around 1250 BC). Aphrodite, who had won the beauty contest with Athena and Hera, had promised Helen to the judge Paris as a prize. At the time of the contest, however, Helen was not free; she was married to Menelaus, the king of Sparta. The prize could therefore only be fulfilled by kidnapping Helen, which is ultimately seen as the trigger for the Trojan War.

The Beautiful Helena

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