Name: The Robber Hotzenplotz
Start: 2026-06-20T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-20T18:35:00+02:00
Location: Augsburger Puppenkiste

A children's book classic returns to the stage

With The Robber Hotzenplotz, the Augsburg Puppet Theatre invites you to a heartwarming theatrical experience that connects generations. The story of the stolen coffee mill, the clever Kasperl, and the cunning Seppl unfolds as a robber tale in Augsburg dialect for young and old – lively, playful, and with that unmistakable theatrical atmosphere that the traditional house has stood for decades.

A story full of wit, excitement, and character magic

Otfried Preußler's Hotzenplotz is one of the great classics of German-language children's literature. The story carries the successful recipe of the Kasperl tale: clear conflicts, distinctive characters, comedic friction, and a sense of adventure that ignites immediately. In the Puppet Theatre, this dramaturgy meets the art of puppetry, precise play, visible craftsmanship, and a staging that takes children's imagination seriously.

The stage as a living cosmos

Especially the Augsburg Puppet Theatre possesses the rare ability to create an entire world from wood and thread. The handling of the figures, the rhythmic play, and the visually powerful direction create closeness and tension at the same time. For the young audience, this results in an immediate experience, while for adults, there is the allure of seeing a classic in a form that connects tradition and the present. The duration of 95 minutes allows space for punchlines, tempo, and those little moments where the stage action feels almost magical.

Family theatre with true recognition value

Recommended for ages 5 and up, the performance is aimed at families looking for an afternoon full of humor, excitement, and loving theatrical art. The Augsburg Puppet Theatre relies on that blend of understandability and poetic precision that characterizes good children's and family theatre: clear images, careful acoustics, pointed dialogues, and an audience reaction ranging from children's laughter to the amazed looks of adults.

A venue with tradition and a special atmosphere

The puppet theatre in the Heilig-Geist-Spital is itself part of the cultural experience. Arriving via Spitalgasse 15 in Augsburg leads to a house that has been making theatre history since 1948 and is now accessible without barriers. Those who arrive early can already feel the mix of nostalgia, anticipation, and vibrant stage culture in the foyer that makes the Puppet Theatre so unique.

Conclusion: The Robber Hotzenplotz promises an entertaining afternoon of theatre on June 20, 2026, filled with fantasy, wit, and classical puppetry. Those who wish to experience family culture at a high level should see this performance live.