There are days when everything just goes wrong. Heike Feist and Andreas Nickl know this. That’s why they have committed themselves to failing with great style, on a journey through the life of the great poet Joachim Ringelnatz. A small man with a big imagination who mastered the art of failing and getting back up. His works were banned during the National Socialist era and labeled as "degenerate," and his opportunities to perform were severely restricted.

On this evening with music and paper props, significant life stations and the relationship to Musch – his wife – are illuminated, and unknown aspects are brought to light. The audience is invited to be seduced and to look at the world of failure through Ringelnatz's perspective. Because behind every missed exit, a smile might lurk.

Heike Feist and Andreas Nickel from Berlin tell the life story of the writer Hans Bötticher, who later named himself Joachim Ringelnatz, at the "Film-Eck an der Telegrafenstraße 1." They do this with such enthusiasm and temperament that the audience sometimes doesn’t know whether to laugh or cry:

An evening for everyone who loves to laugh, appreciates thoughtful moments, and wants to enjoy the magic of language.

Advance ticket sales start: 15.09.2026, 9:00 AM

“Wir wollen Brücke sein” – under this motto, the DJO-Deutsche Jugend in Europa e.V. is organizing a cross-border concert evening on October 11, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the Stadthalle Korntal. In the traditional costumes of their homeland, folk music groups will present traditional and regionally distinctive melodies. Towards the end of the concert, the groups will demonstrate that music connects by coming together in colorful compositions to musically embody the European idea. Nearly 100 young musicians, singers, and singers from Latvia, Belarus, the Czech Republic, and Germany will simultaneously ignite a musical fireworks display on stage. This is unique in this form. The Egerland family music Hess from the Neckar Valley and the group Moravia Cantat will perform, as well as the Stubenmusik from the Stuttgart Advent singing. The zither ensemble BALTI will travel from Latvia, the folklore group Javor from Minsk/Belarus, and the folklore group Hradistanek from Uherské Hradiště in the Czech Republic will also participate. They will all provide a varied and hopefully unforgettable program.
The patronage has been taken over by the Minister of the Interior of Baden-Württemberg, Mr. Manuel Hagel.

The five virtuosos of Foaie Verde merge traditional music from Eastern Europe and rapid Balkan sound with their own compositions, offering their audience an irresistible auditory pleasure. Daring rhythms and breathtaking virtuoso melodies meet emotionally charged singing. Unbridled energy and concentrated joy of life alternate with soft, melancholic tones.
The ensemble, led by the charismatic singer Katalin Horvath and violin virtuoso Sebastian Mare, captures the overwhelming power of this music in its own varied arrangements. With Vladimir Trenin (Bayan), Frank Wekenmann (Guitar), and Veit Hübner (Double Bass), the group is excellently cast.
A musical experience that is unparalleled in Germany!

A dark room, then a circle of light, and then suddenly: Colors. The red, the yellow, the blue, and the green are curious and explore the mysterious room of light and shadow. Each considers itself the most beautiful color and therefore keeps a safe distance from the others. Then suddenly red falls into the white and behold – pink appears. At first, it is soft and quiet, but then it transforms into all the other colors at will. This is absolutely not okay, think the red, the yellow, the blue, and the green. The color order is disrupted! They take action to end the chaos. But pink doesn’t give up easily and shows the others that they are not as monotonous as they thought. And what happens when all the colors mix together?
A theatrical experience full of heart, humor, and bright ideas that shows us that colorfulness and diversity are much more fun than uniform monochrome.

Baisch is a comedian of the first hour. He began his career at the Scherbentheater and the Shy Guys. After excursions into television, Roland Baisch returned to the stage and tours the Republic with KGB, Männerabend, and the Count Baischy Orchestra. He has lived in Korntal since childhood.
Now Baisch has written his biography. The book "Ein Junge namens Renate" is a plump surprise bag filled with stories that touch the heart and offer plenty of humor away from worn-out comedy paths. Baron Munchausen meets the seriousness of life, Johnny Cash meets Frank Sinatra and Harald Juhnke.
At the center of the comedically musical reading evening are texts that Roland Baisch draws as a splendidly embellished representation of the social mores of post-war West Germany based on his own life path.
Musically, he is brilliantly accompanied by Frank Wekenmann on the guitar, who gives the stories the right sound with fine sensitivity and virtuosic playing.

1945: Having escaped from Russian captivity, Hilde returns to her homeland Berlin. There, the war has destroyed everything, structures and people, but Hilde still has a contact address and plenty of courage and vision. Thus begins the incredible story of Hildegard Knef, an unforgettable actress and chanson singer of the post-war era. We follow her on her life journey: the first important films in the destroyed post-war Germany, the unsuccessful stay in the USA, the scandal surrounding the scene in the film "Die Sünderin", the subsequent boycott, the return to Germany, her breakthrough. It is a rollercoaster ride through two continents and more than 50 years of contemporary history. We experience a woman full of insight, vision, and emancipation.
The autobiography "Der geschenkte Gaul" was a bestseller in 1970 and was translated into 17 languages. With the same title, the acclaimed musical was created in 2003 with the collaboration of her husband, Paul von Schell.
The piece tells of courage, emancipation, and unforgettable moments – a tribute to a woman who showed: "Everything or nothing!"
With many well-known songs of Knef in a production by the Landesbühne Esslingen, which is renowned for its outstanding and exhilarating musical productions.

Advance ticket sales start: 15.09.2026, 9:00 AM

„Yay, my wife is going to be a grandma!“ is the new, equally entertaining as well as punchline-rich program of the cabaret artist and comedian. And the new, quirky everyday stories are not made up by Del Core; he has experienced them all himself! He presents them to the audience with his own, inimitably sharp charm.
Heinrich is becoming a grandpa! Even more importantly: his wife is becoming a grandma! Overnight, Del Core's world is different. He buys a stroller that costs as much as a moped used to and a Thermomix today. He downloads baby apps for his wife and bakes mother cakes for family coffee gatherings. Meanwhile, “grandpa” already sounds very old to him, because Heinrich definitely still feels younger - except maybe in the morning when getting up.
Absurdities continue to happen everywhere, on vacation, at the cheese counter, or in the marital bedroom. Heinrich Del Core conjures up an ultimately funny program from this. And despite all the changes in his life, this will be a typical Heinrich Del Core evening. After all, he says himself: “My wife is becoming a grandma, but I’ll stay the same.”

A dream. A journey.

The dream destination East Africa must be for travel journalist Achim Landwehr. After his first trip, the African virus has gripped him, leading to six more excursions.
On a Yamaha XT Ténéré, he travels on dusty tracks into the land of the Maasai. The borderland between Kenya and Tanzania is also one of the last regions in all of Africa where the largest land animal on Earth can still roam freely between Tsavo, Amboseli, and into the Maasai Mara. In Kimana, we are invited to the dance. The Maasai dance in their latest garments like in a trance, showing who can jump the highest.
As a Gerlinger, it is almost a "must" to follow in the footsteps of the missionary Johannes Rebmann in East Africa. He was the first European to discover the snow-capped Kilimanjaro. In his honor, there is a memorial stone in Machame, Tanzania.
With a Toyota Land Cruiser, we navigate through muddy paths into the endless grasslands of the Serengeti in Tanzania. This steppe was made world-famous by Dr. Bernhard Grzimek with the Oscar-winning classic "The Serengeti Must Not Die." It is home to the possibly largest lion population in all of Africa. After so much dust and adventure, the journey ends on the white beaches of Turtle Beach Road in Watamu.

Organizer: Achim Landwehr
Combined ticket for both events East Africa Multivision Show available.

Two friends, 32,000 kilometers and an adventure full of extremes

Imagine you get on your motorcycle and just ride away. To South Africa. But then, just before the destination: a fall, a scream, a fracture. The end? Or the beginning of a wonderful story? This question is posed by Erik Peters and Alain Beger on this journey.
Three years after their Himalayan adventure, the two survival artists get back in the saddle for their biggest adventure yet: From Cologne to the southern tip of Africa. 32,000 kilometers full of dust, sweat, and emotions.
The direct route is blocked: canceled ferries, closed borders, failed visas. After a massive detour of over 10,000 kilometers, they reach the African continent. Face to face with wild animals and navigating paths that demand everything from them, it becomes clear: The greatest adventure is not written by the map – but by life itself. And just before the destination, life presents them with their toughest test: an accident that threatens to end their shared dream.
“Africa Calling” is a gripping show about the magic of the African continent – and a wonderful story of friendship, perseverance, and freedom on two wheels.

Organizer: Achim Landwehr
Combo ticket for both events Africa Multivisionshow available.

Was would happen if every evening were Christmas?
Aunt Milla does not let the aftermath of the Second World War prevent her from celebrating Christmas again without worries in 1945. When in the new year her beloved Christmas tree is to be undecorated and removed, she suddenly suffers a nervous breakdown. Physicians are consulted without success until Uncle Franz finally finds the solution: He prescribes a “Christmas tree therapy” for his wife. From then on, Christmas Eve is celebrated every evening – winter and summer, with all the trimmings and in the whole family circle. But after some time, the festive company grows weary of nibbling on speculoos and singing Christmas songs. Signs of decay manifest in different forms. Over time, the guests are gradually replaced by actors for the evening celebrations. An unemployed inspector finally manages to carry on the evening event for months without complaints. Eventually, the children must be replaced by wax dolls.
In his narrative, Heinrich Böll satirically mocks the German post-war mentality and unwavering Christmas routine.
Actor Dietmar Bär, known as “Freddy Schenk” in the Cologne crime scene, serves as the whimsical narrator, while classical drummer and sound artist Stefan Weinzierl lets typically atypical Christmas melodies resonate with his extraordinary instrumentation.

Advance ticket sales start: 15.09.2026, 9:00 AM

Coming out but the other way around: When a gay man suddenly finds himself attracted to women, it leads to a lot of chaos in the family. The romantic comedy by René Heinersdorff cleverly turns some clichés inside out. The situation is complicated: Bernd is married to Thomas and then realizes that he is actually more attracted to women. Because he has fallen in love with Stephanie. It’s unfortunate that his conservative parents have finally accepted his same-sex relationship with Thomas after lengthy discussions and are looking forward to the planned adoption of a child...
In the end, life often turns out differently than one expects! The daily madness of interpersonal relationships, staged with a lot of feeling and situational comedy.
Featuring prominent actors. Among them Simone Rethel: “The performance shows how sophisticated and contemporary boulevard theater can be.” WDR 23.1.2025

Presale start: 15.09.2026, 9:00 AM

With the stage adaptation of the bestseller novel "Achtsam morden," the audience can expect an evening of theater that is both thrilling and filled with dark humor. The successful defense attorney Björn Diemel is under immense pressure both professionally and personally. At the urging of his wife, he attends a mindfulness seminar to get his life better under control. However, the principles learned there – conscious decisions, clear priorities, and a mindful approach to oneself – change his life in unexpected ways. When Björn begins to consistently apply the rules of mindfulness, it is precisely his criminal clients who get into trouble. The stage adaptation combines tension with sharp humor and raises the question of how far self-care can actually go. With quick scene changes, surprising twists, and a lot of ironic perspective on modern coaching and mindfulness culture, a very special theater experience unfolds. The novel by the multiple award-winning TV comedy author Karsten Dusse has reached the top of the SPIEGEL bestseller list. The Netflix series of the same name has achieved great success. And the stage version provides a unique intensity. Martin Lindow, known for numerous film and television roles, plays the role of attorney Diemel. His two colleagues, Stephan Bürgi and Ronja Jenko, play ten roles each in alternating sequence. A blast of fun for everyone!

Ticket sales start: 15.09.2026, 9:00 AM

Friedemann Weise is known throughout Germany for his performances on the ZDF heute-show. With his live appearances, he has been one of the most original voices in the German cabaret and small arts scene for years and is a recipient of the German Small Arts Award.
„When satire dies, humanity has only four years to live,“ said Albert Einstein with a coffee in hand to his cat. „But if – paraphrasing Tucholsky – satire is allowed to do anything,“ purred the cat, „then it can also die.“
Friedemann Weise will know how to prevent this in his new program and will show satire why it is worth living. No matter how difficult this endeavor may be, together with his guitar, a canvas, and his human mini-clone Friedemännchen, he will succeed. And you may watch him do it!

Simba Sibu is the legendary city of elephants. There, a treasure containing the secret of the jungle is said to be hidden.
By bus, ship, and steam locomotive, Miss Eve (a detective by profession) and Chris the jungle explorer, along with the children, set off on their journey. But before the secret of the jungle can be unveiled, they must first overcome a series of adventures together.
The children are constantly involved in the action: they complete detective training for the treasure hunt, snort like a zebra, romp like monkeys, and squawk like a parrot.
Die Urwald-Expedition is a delightful treasure hunt with a twist!

Simba Sibu is the legendary city of elephants. There, a treasure containing the secret of the jungle is said to be hidden.
By bus, ship, and steam locomotive, Miss Eve (a detective by profession) and Chris the jungle explorer, along with the children, set off on their journey. But before the secret of the jungle can be unveiled, they must first overcome a series of adventures together.
The children are constantly involved in the action: they complete detective training for the treasure hunt, snort like a zebra, romp like monkeys, and squawk like a parrot.
Die Urwald-Expedition is a delightful treasure hunt with a twist!

This time we have moved the Jazz Night from the dark season to spring, heralding the arrival of spring.
Young, enthusiastic, and full of zest for life, the Jazz Night kicks off with "The J.D.'s & Friends" - a colorful ensemble of individual jazz-loving musicians.
Then the High´n Mighty Big Band takes the stage under the motto "One for Daddy-O." Trumpeter Nat Adderley, together with his older brother, alto saxophonist Julian "Cannonball" Adderley, significantly shaped the hard bop and soul jazz era. Nat Adderley's knack for soulful mid-tempo compositions in the hard bop style produced countless earworms. The High´n Mighty Big Band revives the music with captivating arrangements on this evening.
The night concludes with Ynamit Deli, a highly talented five-piece brass band that cannot be pigeonholed. With sousaphone, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and drums, the five musicians create an explosive mix of jazz, funk, hip-hop, and soul from New Orleans to "The Länd."
Look forward to "swinging" jazz in spring.

Laughing until tears flow – that's the specialty of Doris Reichenauer. The award-winning cabaret artist from Baden-Württemberg, known from the comedy duo Dui do on de Sell, serves everyday stories in her current solo program with such authenticity and cheekiness that the audience breaks into true storms of enthusiasm.
From the little disasters to the great triumphs of life – Doris targets everything and gives each topic her very own humorous perspective.
With a charming wink, she brings the excitement for all the upcoming adventures to the stage. The audience will recognize themselves in many life situations and catch themselves laughing heartily at their own expense.
Fans of Doris Reichenauer know: Her humor is as sharp as her mind and as cheeky as her punchlines.

Harold, a young man from a good background, has a rather strange penchant: using meticulously crafted devices, he fakes suicides that are meant to have a shocking effect on his surroundings. His mother’s attempts to bring her introverted son back to “normality” and to match him with a neat girl end in disaster. Thus, Harold continues to indulge in his quiet passion of attending funerals. At one such event, he meets Maude, who shares this hobby with him. Otherwise, the almost eighty-year-old lady seems to be the exact opposite of Harold. Adventurous, impulsive, and brimming with joy for life, she follows her motto: Try something new every day! She particularly enjoys speeding down country roads in stolen cars. With her bold, anarchic spirit, she manages to free Harold from his inner prison. Contrary to all conventions, a tender love story develops between the two.
With quirky humor, the play tells the story based on the famous film classic of two extraordinary people who seem to overcome immovable boundaries and celebrate life.

Advance sale starts: 15.09.2026, 9:00 AM

With children in puberty, you're guaranteed not to be bored. Puberty is a challenging time: doors slam, parents are seen as embarrassing or even toxic. Nerves are frayed, and even the most patient parents often feel helpless.
But the nerve-wracking struggle doesn’t have to happen – that's the message from Jan-Uwe Rogge and Matthias Jung. The two bestselling authors and parenting experts offer valuable support to adults and parents in their stage show. They answer questions that parents grapple with and combine solid knowledge with humor.
The two are committed to the motto "Parenting is for Laughing" and take parents on an entertaining and informative journey through puberty.