When does the performance take place?

The performance begins on 2026-09-26 at 19:30 at the martini-Park in Augsburg.

How long does the evening last?

The specified duration is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes including a break.

How much is the admission?

Ticket prices start according to the schedule at €18.

Is the martini-Park accessible?

Yes, access to the venue martini-Park is fully barrier-free according to the theater; accessibility is also certified.

How early does entry open?

Entry to the foyers of the venues martini-Park and brechtbühne usually begins one hour before the performance starts.

Are there parking instructions for visitors?

Parking near martini-Park is very limited; the theater refers to the access conditions and travel instructions of the venue.

A glamorous crime evening full of suspicion, wit, and sharp theatrical art in Augsburg

Name: Murder on the Orient Express
Start: 2026-09-26T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-27T00:10:00+02:00
Location: martini-Park

A classic crime story as a brilliant stage experience at the martini-Park

Agatha Christie's legendary case meets the theatrical adaptation by Ken Ludwig at the Augsburg State Theatre: an elegantly constructed crime story that combines tempo, humor, and suspense into a highly concentrated production. Director Andreas Merz not only lets the Orient Express roll, but also brings it to life as a colorful backdrop for a murderously precise ensemble performance. ([staatstheater-augsburg.de](https://staatstheater-augsburg.de/mord_im_orientexpress?utm_source=openai))

Between glamour, danger, and psychological tension

The journey from Istanbul to Calais appears here as a glass corridor of suspicion. Every glance, every gesture, every silence carries weight. The audience experiences an evening filled with details, where the character drawing is sharply contoured and the famous Hercule Poirot transforms the salon car into an interrogation room with his little grey cells. ([staatstheater-augsburg.de](https://staatstheater-augsburg.de/mord_im_orientexpress?utm_source=openai))

Focus on direction, stage, and ensemble

The Augsburg production relies on a large ensemble, cinematic motifs, and a stage with strong visual memory. Critics have already praised the wit, tempo, and visible enjoyment of play, along with a stage design that creates a wow effect and the artistic connection of music, costumes, video, and precise acting. This is where the theatrical atmosphere is created that makes a crime story come to vivid life. ([staatstheater-augsburg.de](https://staatstheater-augsburg.de/mord_im_orientexpress?utm_source=openai))

What the audience can expect

For those who love suspense, this evening promises to steadily build: a stylish crime case, a concentrated stage experience, powerful images, and an audience reaction that oscillates between collaborative guessing and amazement. In Augsburg, it's shown why the material has fascinated for decades: it combines classical dramaturgy with a glamorous puzzle character and an atmospheric production that keeps open until the very end who lies and who suffers. ([staatstheater-augsburg.de](https://staatstheater-augsburg.de/mord_im_orientexpress?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: Murder on the Orient Express promises an elegant, tension-filled theater evening with fine comedy and investigative precision at the martini-Park. Anyone wanting to experience live theater with thrill and ensemble strength should secure this date. ([staatstheater-augsburg.de](https://staatstheater-augsburg.de/mord_im_orientexpress?utm_source=openai))