How long does the performance last?

The performance lasts about 50 minutes according to the production information from Theater Knuth.

Is there an age recommendation?

Recommended for ages 4 and up, as stated in the production description.

How much are the tickets?

The entry fee is €6. Advance sales start on 20.02.2026 at the service point of the city library, day tickets depending on remaining availability.

Is the venue barrier-free?

According to information about the Black Box in RW21 and the event, access and sanitary facilities are indicated as barrier-free or barrier-free accessible.

Where does the performance take place?

RW21 City Library, Black Box in the basement, Richard-Wagner-Straße 21, 95444 Bayreuth.

Is there an intermission?

No intermission indicated; the playing time is compact at around 50 minutes.

Fairy tale close: The Princess and the Pea touches hearts and senses

Name: Theater Knuth presents: The Princess and the Pea
Start: 2026-03-20T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-03-20T18:00:00+01:00
Location: RW21 Stadtbibliothek, Black Box (UG)

Enchanting fairy tale on a small stage: The Princess and the Pea captivates Bayreuth

A sensitive stage experience for families: Theater Knuth brings Hans Christian Andersen's classic as a poetic puppet theater to the Black Box of RW21. Puppetry, acting, and clever dramaturgy create a warm theater atmosphere that playfully immerses children aged 4 and up into the world of fairy tales.

Puppetry with heart: A journey around the world

Amidst jewels, gold coins, and a mysterious pea, imagination awakens: Servant Gaston tells Princess Mimi about the search for a true princess. Directorial choices focus on clear images, precise timing, and immediate audience proximity. The reduced set design directs attention to character performance and rhythm, the acoustics of the Black Box amplify every word, every gesture.

Dramaturgy in finest balance

The production combines object theater, dialogue, and movement into a coherent dramaturgy of about 50 minutes. Transitions remain fluid, lighting moods mark places and atmospheres, costume details tell characters without many words. Thus, a concentrated fairy tale experience arises that captivates young viewers as much as adult companions.

Acting and character magic

Precise acting, lively characters, and a sensitive directorial concept bring Andersen's story to life. The audience typically responds with focused silence, hearty laughter, and sparkling eyes – a compact family event that leaves the imagination resonating long after.

Conclusion: A lovingly designed fairy tale, barrier-free accessible and family-friendly timed. Those who want to experience poetic puppet theater in an intimate studio stage atmosphere should secure their tickets in time.