City of Chemnitz Spotlights Three Exceptional Plays in July Theater Lineup
Published on KULTUR - The Radio on April 17, 2025
As the European Capital of Culture for July 2025, Chemnitz, Germany, is set to host an array of captivating theater, opera, and ballet events. Here's a rundown of some unmissable performances taking place throughout the month.
Firstly, the city of Chemnitz, often referred to as the "Saxon Bayreuth" due to its remarkable performances between 1914 and 2018, boasts a vibrant theater scene that is worth exploring. With many important stages in the city, theater enthusiasts are in for a treat.
One such stage is the Küchwald, where the play "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde is being performed. The production lasts for 120 minutes with one intermission and will be staged on July 4 and 5.
For those who prefer operettas, the Seebühne Kriebstein is hosting "Gräfin Mariza" by Emmerich Kálmán. With a runtime of 150 minutes including an intermission, the performances are scheduled for July 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, and 12.
In addition to these productions, the Figurentheater Chemnitz is presenting "Attempt about my grandfather," a play that explores Nazi crimes, expulsion, and a painful family history.
Away from traditional theater, the Fresstheater is hosting a dinner theater production named "Mayor's Silver Wedding." The performance, lasting for 180 minutes, will take place on July 3 and 25.
The Begehungen Art Festival, which includes theater and reading performances in Chemnitz during July and August, is another highlight. On July 27, 2025, at 5:00 pm, Elisabeth Weydt will perform *"Nature is right"* supported by Zauberberg Medien GmbH.
For those seeking the magical music of Harry Potter, the Wasserschloss Klaffenbach will host a live concert event featuring music from the Harry Potter films on July 20, 2025, at 4:00 pm.
While the Begehungen Festival features various art and performance elements including theater and readings, the main formal theater productions for July 2025 were not explicitly listed in the search results. However, for those specifically looking for classical or drama theater performances, I recommend checking directly with theaters in Chemnitz such as the Chemnitz Opera or theaters at Theaterplatz.
In conclusion, Chemnitz offers a wealth of theater-related performances and events in July 2025, with notable productions including "The Magical Music of Harry Potter – Live in Concert" and Elisabeth Weydt's performance at the Begehungen Art Festival. For more information about these events and other cultural activities in Chemnitz, visit the Wasserschloss Klaffenbach and Begehungen Art Festival venues.
[1] Ticket prices starting from €39.90 for The Magical Music of Harry Potter – Live in Concert. [5] Begehungen Art Festival runs daily from 12 - 8 pm except for special hours on some dates.
In the vibrant theater scene of Chemnitz, a city known as the "Saxon Bayreuth," performances such as "Gräfin Mariza" by Emmerich Kálmán at the Seebühne Kriebstein and "Attempt about my grandfather" by the Figurentheater Chemnitz offer an immersive home-and-garden experience for those who appreciate theater. Furthermore, one can find a unique fusion of lifestyle and storytelling at dinner theater productions like "Mayor's Silver Wedding" at the Fresstheater.
