How long does the performance last?

The performance is scheduled for about 2 hours from 19:30 to 21:30.

Is there an intermission?

There is no official information regarding an intermission; plan the evening without a break.

What ticket prices apply?

There are tiered prices depending on the seat category; regular from €6 to €12, reduced from €3 to €6, plus a supporter ticket.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair spots are offered; access is at ground level in the lecture hall center C or via elevator.

How do I get there by public transport?

From the main station take tram line 3 to the stop Universität; from there it is a short walk to building C.

When does the box office open and how is admission regulated?

The box office opens 45 minutes before the start directly at the entrance to the performance hall; early arrival is recommended.

Cold White Man - Augsburg OnStage Augsburg Performance 2026

Name: Augsburg OnStage - Cold White Man
Start: 2026-04-28T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-28T23:30:00+02:00
Location: Universität Augsburg, Geb. C, Hörsaal II

Satire with Bite: Cold White Man Shakes Augsburg's Lecture Hall

A mourning wreath, a delicate ribbon message, and the theatrical atmosphere tilts into the high-voltage field of current debates: Augsburg OnStage brings Cold White Man, a contemporary comedy to the stage that dissects language struggles, generational conflicts, and political correctness with precise humor. The stage experience in the lecture hall center C condenses wordplay, pace, and pointed character design into an evening that cleverly intertwines laughter and reflection.

Language Duels at the Casket: Dramaturgy of Escalation

From a seemingly banal occasion unfolds a production where the dramaturgy focuses on escalation: A question about employees turns into a rhetorical exchange about values, visibility, and power. The acting artistry unfolds in the interplay of sharply cut dialogues, subtle pauses, and micro-aggressive jabs. Language becomes the stage of the present, each punchline a dramaturgical lever.

Stage Design in the Lecture Hall: Proximity, Acoustics, Light

The special theater atmosphere of a university lecture hall creates proximity: steeply rising rows, clear acoustics, focused lighting moods. The stage design works with reduced, precisely set symbols around the fictional funeral – wreath, podium, seating arrangement – and directs the gaze to the directorial work and the performance of the ensemble members. Thus, a sensual image emerges from concentrated light, pointed movement, and fine costume work.

Society in the Magnifying Glass: Jacobs and Netenjakob

The authors Dietmar Jacobs and Moritz Netenjakob, known for clever comedies, expose lines of conflict without providing simple answers. Since the premiere in Berlin, the production history has gained momentum, accompanied by press voices highlighting the balance of satirical sharpness and empathy. Here, debate becomes a theatrical event – precisely timed, witty, and audience-friendly.

Audience Reaction: Laughing, Catching Breathe, Reflecting Further

The audience reaction swings between liberating laughter and that brief moment of pause when a punchline hits. The timing of the direction, the quick-wittedness of the characters, and the rapid switch from humor to seriousness create a gripping pace. An evening that resonates – on the way home as well as during the coffee break the next day.

Conclusion: Cold White Man promises a highly current, entertaining, and thought-provoking theater experience. Those who want to know how the present sounds as a stage experience should experience this performance live.