When does Hare and Hedgehog take place in Bayreuth?

The premiere begins on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

What age is the children's play suitable for?

The Studio Stage Bayreuth recommends Hare and Hedgehog for children aged four and up.

How long does the performance last?

The children's play lasts approximately 60 minutes.

Where does the event take place?

The performance takes place on the main stage of the Studio Stage Bayreuth, Röntgenstraße 2, 95447 Bayreuth.

What is the admission price?

Tickets for the children's play cost 13 euros regularly and 7 euros reduced. The reduced price applies, among others, to children up to 14 years.

What is Hare and Hedgehog about?

An arrogant hare challenges the hedgehog family, triggering an exciting race about respect, courage, and justice.

Hare and Hedgehog for Kids

Name: Hare and Hedgehog
Start: 2026-11-15T15:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-15T16:00:00+01:00
Location: Studiobühne Bayreuth, Hauptbühne

Hare and Hedgehog: A Magical Family Experience at the Studio Stage Bayreuth

When the nimble hare meets the clever hedgehog family, an exciting race full of wit, suspense, and children's laughter begins. The children's play Hare and Hedgehog by Peter Ensikat, based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, will celebrate its premiere on November 15, 2026, on the main stage of the Studio Stage Bayreuth.

A Competition with Heart and Humor

A wise raven sets the story in motion: The arrogant hare insults the hedgehog man, challenging the determined resistance of the hedgehog family. When the hare also claims the beet field for himself, an exciting race emerges between the hare and the hedgehog. It remains unclear who is truly faster in the end.

Child-Friendly Theater for Curious Explorers

The production combines fairy-tale characters, lively stage moments, and humorous dialogues into a developmentally appropriate learning experience. Children from the age of four discover themes such as fairness, self-confidence, solidarity, and respectful interactions in a playful manner. The approximately 60-minute performance offers focused learning fun and shared time for the whole family.

Meticulously Directed

Directed by Werner Hildenbrand. Jens Hübner designs the stage, costumes, and poster motif, while Jürgen Skambraks is responsible for the music. The cast includes Monika Gut, Jeanne Pasewald or Ursula Goßmann-Bahr, Jürgen Skambraks, and Ella-Maria Steiner. Lighting, makeup, and choreography enhance the imaginative atmosphere of the children's play.

A Safe Theater Visit for Families

The Studio Stage Bayreuth recommends the play for children aged four and up. The manageable duration of the performance supports an age-appropriate attention span and makes the theater visit enjoyable even for younger children. Families experience a professional stage production in a protected indoor space with fixed seating.

Conclusion: Fairy Tale Excitement for Young and Old Theater Fans

Hare and Hedgehog promises a heartwarming family experience filled with excitement, humor, and a strong message about courage, solidarity, and justice. Those who want to inspire children with theater and share special moments together will discover a fantastical premiere full of wonder and children's laughter at the Studio Stage Bayreuth.