What age is the performance suitable for?

The performance is suitable for children from 4 years old and also suitable for accompanying adults.

How much are the tickets?

The cost is 6 Euros for adults and 5 Euros for children. Discounts are available with ErlangenPass.

Where does the performance take place?

The performance takes place in the community center Die Villa in Erlangen, in the amphitheater at Äußere Brucker Straße 49.

What happens in bad weather?

In bad weather, the event moves to the large hall of the kubic in Erlangen.

How long does the play last?

The planned duration is about one hour.

Can tickets still be obtained at the box office?

In good weather, according to the organizer, tickets may still be available at the box office, provided the performance is not sold out beforehand.

A robber, a coffee grinder, and great theater magic in Erlangen

Name: The Robber Hotzenplotz
Start: 2026-09-11T18:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-11T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Stadtteilzentrum Die Villa

The Robber Hotzenplotz: Children's theater full of wit, pace, and robber magic in Erlangen

When the grandmother's coffee grinder disappears in Erlangen, more than just a story for children begins: a lively stage experience opens up, combining classic Kasperl, robber farce, and warm family theater. The Theater Fritz und Freunde from Augsburg brings Otfried Preußler's famous material to the stage in a playful and approachable production.

A children's book classic that sparkles on stage

The Robber Hotzenplotz is one of those characters that immediately ignites images in your mind: a boastful villain, a stolen coffee grinder, Kasper and Seppl on a daring chase. On stage, this story gains a special theatrical atmosphere, as the plot is perfect for clear characters, swift punchlines, and a dramaturgy that captivates young audiences immediately. The play tells of courage, friendship, and clever resistance without losing its comedy.

Playful direction, clear characters, strong audience connection

Theater Fritz und Freunde stands for mobile children's theater with music, humor, and direct contact with the audience. This production derives its excitement from the interplay of robber banter and Kasperl humor, from precise acting, and a direction that carries the material lightheartedly yet faithfully. Experience shows that audience reactions can be particularly lively when familiar fairy tales and Kasperl theater are told with fresh timing.

A summer afternoon outdoors

The performance takes place in the community center Die Villa, in the amphitheater at the Anger House. This creates an open, almost intimate venue where closeness and attention come together. In good weather, the open space carries the lightness of the play, while in bad weather, the performance moves to the large hall of the kubic. This ensures a reliable framework for families with plenty of space for a relaxed theater experience.

Suitable for children from four years old

The performance is aimed at children aged four to 99 years and allows for parental accompaniment. Thus, the date is ideal as a first live theater experience for young visitors, but also for adults who wish to rediscover the classic with a cultural journalistic perspective. Such productions show how strong children's theater can be when wordplay, pace, and character design come together.

Conclusion: A robber evening with heart and auditorium in the open air

The Robber Hotzenplotz in Erlangen promises a charming, fast-paced, and lovingly designed children's theater performance. Anyone who wants to experience Kasperl magic, robber cunning, and lively stage art should mark this date and enjoy the theater live.