Theater für Kinder

Four friends are on a luxury yacht together: Konstanze, Belmonte, Blonde, and Pedrillo. A violent storm throws everything into disarray. While Belmonte is left behind at sea, the other three are stranded on a mysterious island. This island is ruled by a wise Pasha named Selim. Osmin, who loves to write lists and keep everything under control, watches over order and rules. On the island, different worlds collide: order and freedom, fear and courage, rules and friendship. Mozart's famous arias and ensembles are retold in a new libretto that clarifies the plot and makes it more accessible to young audiences. The characters are allowed to be funny, strict, brave, or fearful – and they are allowed to change. This children's opera invites you to laugh together, cheer along, and listen. With this musical fairy tale, the Theater for Children continues its endeavor to imaginatively introduce children to the genre and inspire them for musical theater.

Premiere: September 28, 2025 Fairy tale based on the Brothers Grimm with music Adapted by Marius Adam Recommended for ages 3 and up

The Little Tailor defeated seven flies with one swat – or was it just a lucky coincidence in the end? Astonished by his own courage, he decides to leave his familiar workshop and embark on a journey into the big, wide world. Along the way, he encounters wondrous characters: two gigantic but kind-hearted giants who are more clumsy than intimidating, and a lively magical creature that repeatedly causes chaos with its wild disarray. Step by step, the Little Tailor grows beyond himself. He learns that true strength doesn't just come from great deeds, but from friendship, trust, and the courage to forge new paths. Finally, the journey leads to the castle, where a king desperately needs help. With imagination, skill, and an open heart, the Little Tailor succeeds in mastering this challenge too."The Brave Little Tailor" is a lovingly told fairy tale full of humor, music, and poetic imagery. Playful scenes, clear characters, and a lively rhythm create a colorful fairy tale world that invites laughter, wonder, and dreams. The music accompanies the action throughout the entire piece, enhancing moods, emotions, and magical moments.

For centuries and generations, the fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast" has captivated audiences. Now, the legendary story comes to our stage as a fairy tale musical. With wonderful costumes, impressive stage sets, and captivating music. On his way home to his daughters, Belle's father gets lost and finds himself in an abandoned castle. Since he has no gift for Belle, he steals a rose and is caught. The lord of the castle turns out to be a terrifying Beast. The father must promise to bring Belle to the castle. From then on, she is to live with the Beast. Actually terrible, awful, dreadful? It's not quite that bad: Every wish is immediately fulfilled, and the Beast is nicer than expected. So that the two can grow even closer, the enchanted servants turn the whole castle upside down and ensure that Belle feels truly at home in the castle. Thus, a simple dinner eventually becomes a colorful celebration, and Belle realizes that the Beast is not so terrible after all. Will there be enough time in the end to break the curse and thus transform everyone in the castle back? This musical promises not only excitement and humor but also magical moments that will stay with the audience for a long time to come. Ideal for children and adults alike – a real highlight for the whole family!

For the 100th birthday of the legendary chansonnier Charles Aznavour, Stephan Hippe, in collaboration with the Hamburger Kammeroper, has created an impressive musical portrait of the golden era of chanson. This homage combines Aznavour's most beautiful chansons with quirky stories, original image, and film sequences. An evening full of captivating music, surprising moments, sensuality, and deep emotions awaits you. The opulently staged theatrical biography, told in German, captures the vivid testimony of an unforgettable era and its musical greats such as É Edith Piaf and Gilbert Bécaud. Stephan Hippe has respectfully reworked all the pieces and artfully arranged them with original soundbites, film excerpts, and plenty of music. Hippe, who was present at Aznavour's 90th birthday in Berlin, received special permission to translate "Sa Jeunesse" into German. Unpublished memories from the Aznavour family make this multimedia production an extraordinary experience.