When does the performance take place?

The performance takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

Where will "Department Store in Trouble" be performed?

The performance will take place at the Notenbank Streitau, Tennersreuther Straße 1, 95482 Streitau.

What is the play about?

The play is about the survival struggle of the department store Dickeschanz, which fights against online shopping, declining customer numbers, and economic pressure.

How long does the performance last?

A binding runtime has not been published. Information about the duration will follow.

Is there an intermission?

Whether an intermission is planned has not been published. Information will follow.

How much do the tickets cost?

A binding ticket price could not be confirmed. Please check the current information from the organizer.

Department Store in Trouble: Comedic theater between crisis, chaos, and great stage fun

Name: "Department Store in Trouble" - A Three-Act Play by Winnie Abel
Start: 2026-11-07T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-07T20:30:00+01:00
Location: Notenbank Streitau

When the department store fights for survival: "Department Store in Trouble" in Streitau

In the department store Dickeschanz, there is a yawning emptiness, while online shopping is booming and the existence of the employees is at stake. The G'freeser Landbühne presents Winnie Abel's turbulent comedy "Department Store in Trouble" on November 7, 2026, at the Notenbank Streitau. The audience can expect a witty three-act play about the transformation of retail, quirky business ideas, and the desperate struggle for customers.

Social satire with a guarantee of laughter

Winnie Abel combines current social themes with rapid situational comedy in her shopping comedy. The department store Dickeschanz symbolically represents many rural businesses that are struggling for their future amid declining visitor numbers, digital competition, and economic pressure. From this serious core, a lively production develops full of misunderstandings, surprising twists, and quirky characters.

A department store turns into a turbulent theater world

The dramaturgy relies on a fast pace: a consulting firm is supposed to uncover saving potentials, jobs are at risk, and the staff tries with ever new tricks to create the appearance of a flourishing business. Forgetfulness, invented regular customers, and an unusual climate protest drive the plot further into chaos.

The stage design transforms the Notenbank Streitau into a department store world between empty sales areas, hectic activity, and comical quick fixes. Costumes, props, and rapid scene changes support the playful view of brick-and-mortar retail. The acting relies on precise timing, distinctive characters, and a staging that immediately pulls the audience into the action.

Winnie Abel: Witty dialogues and current themes

The playwright Winnie Abel is known for comedies that connect everyday observations, social questions, and strong character roles. "Department Store in Trouble" also targets the effects of online shopping as well as the decline of city centers and the growing uncertainty in retail. The humor arises from the contrast between economic crisis and the increasingly desperate rescue attempts of the characters.

Several productions of the play have been praised by regional theaters for their playfulness, quick succession of gags, and the combination of social criticism and entertainment. Audience reactions range from hearty laughter to thoughtful moments about the future of local businesses.

A stage experience for theater lovers

The theater atmosphere of the Notenbank Streitau promises an immediate theater evening with closeness to the ensemble and direct contact between stage and audience. Amid hectic staff meetings, witty dialogues, and surprising appearances, a stage experience emerges that transforms the everyday shopping experience into a comedic theater carousel.

Conclusion: "Department Store in Trouble" combines current social satire with classic comedy mechanics and lively stage art. Those looking for an entertaining theater evening filled with pace, situational comedy, and a touch of reflection should not miss the performance in Streitau.