Theater crisis in Kassel: Where does the stage end up during the renovation work?

Theater crisis in Kassel: Where does the stage end up during the renovation work?

At the State Theater Kassel, the highly expected premiere of the new piece "Milk & Guilt" by Sina Ahlers took place. In this captivating performance, everything revolves around the emotional roller coaster of motherhood. The story follows the protagonist Holly, who desperately wants a child and is committed as a surrogate mother, but the unborn child is faced with a "defect". This urgent work illuminates the complex feelings and expectations that are connected to being a mother through the intensive physical effort of the actresses. In the meantime, the pigeon, which sits on Tasties lap, remains a strong symbolic point of reference that illustrates the fragility of life and wishes. Details on the premiere and the next performances can be found on the website of the State Theater, such as .

In addition to the premiere, the Kassel State Theater faces a significant challenge. Due to acute repair needs in stage technology, the game in the large house will have to rest from summer 2024. According to a message from the city, the defects have been known for a long time, but time for a solution is urged. A move to a replacement location is currently being planned, which must be found as quickly as possible due to the "significant price increases" in the construction sector, reports HNA . Four possible locations are in the examination, but there is still no final decision.

The existing challenges not only affect security for employees and spectators, but also the soundproofing measures and the comfort for a capacity of up to 1000 visitors. Director Florian Lutz emphasizes the urgency of taking into account the needs of the audience and ensuring that the new venue remains attractive. These developments put pressure on the theater team and those responsible for the city to find a suitable solution as quickly as possible.