When does the performance of Creon's Antigone begin?

The performance begins on 10/23/2026 at 8:00 PM.

Where does the play take place?

At the Sensemble studio stage at Bergmühlstraße 34, 86153 Augsburg.

What is the ticket price?

The regular price is €26.45 according to the ticket site.

Is the theater accessible to those with disabilities?

Yes, Sensemble refers to wheelchair accessibility with a lift at the main entrance.

Is there an intermission or a specific duration?

There are no reliable details available in the existing sources.

Where can I get more information about tickets and reservations?

Through the official Sensemble reservation page and the ticket partner Eventim.

Power, Truth, and Resistance Condense into Contemporary Theater in Augsburg

Name: Creon's Antigone
Start: 2026-10-23T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-23T22:00:00+02:00
Location: Sensemble-Studiobühne

Creon's Antigone: Political Thriller, Power Play, and Tragedy on the Studio Stage

With Creon's Antigone, the Sensemble Theater Augsburg presents a German-language premiere that shifts the ancient conflict of law, conscience, and resistance into the present. Miro Gavran condenses the material into a modern political thriller about fake news, power dynamics, and civil disobedience – a story that feels especially close, direct, and urgent in the intimate setting of the studio stage.

A Classic, Recharged

The core remains timeless: Creon asserts political order, Antigone insists on humanity and the right not to passively accept injustice. From this tension, the play derives its power. Gavran's debut piece, premiered in 1983, is, according to his official biography, an early work about political manipulation; this very clarity lends the new production its sharpness. This is not a museum night of antiquity, but a stage experience with contemporary relevance.

The Power of Political Chamber Theater

In the Sensemble studio stage, the conflict unfolds with that concentration which only a theater space close to the audience can generate. The atmosphere of a chamber play makes every shift in direction, every pause in acting, and every nuance in the set audible and visible. Thus, an evening is created that is less distant and more electrifying: a political exchange with a human echo.

Why the Material Resonates Today

Fake news, hardened fronts, and calls for order also shape public discourse outside the stage. This is where the authority of this play lies: It does not speak of distant myths, but of mechanisms of the present. Miro Gavran is among the most performed contemporary playwrights in Europe; his plays have been translated into many languages and staged worldwide numerous times. This international resonance strengthens the credibility of the production and shows why the work functions on stages from Zagreb to Augsburg.

An Evening for Theatergoers with a Sense of Substance

Those who engage with Creon's Antigone experience not just a classic conflict story but a precise piece of theatrical art about power, morality, and the fragility of political truths. The compact venue, the intense closeness of the theater, and the clear connection to contemporary issues make this event a recommendation for anyone seeking performing arts with conviction. Here, a live evening unfolds that resonates and sparks discussions far beyond the applause.