When does the performance begin?

The performance begins on 10.04.2026 at 19:30.

How long does the evening last?

The planned duration is about 1 hour and 30 minutes, ending around 21:00.

Is there an intermission?

No, there is no intermission for this performance.

What age is the play recommended for?

The play is recommended for ages 14 and up according to the schedule.

How much does a ticket cost?

The specified price per ticket is €44.

Is the Stadttheater Fürth accessible?

Yes, there is accessible access to the orchestra, an assistive listening system, and accessible restroom facilities.

Kleist's brilliant farce of justice unfolds its full theatrical weight at the Stadttheater Fürth

Name: The Broken Jug
Start: 2026-04-10T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-10T23:00:00+02:00
Location: Stadttheater Fürth

Kleist's farce of justice unleashes its full stage power at the Stadttheater Fürth

On April 10, 2026, the curtain rises at the Stadttheater Fürth for Heinrich von Kleist's The Broken Jug. What begins as a village trial evolves into a brilliant play of suspicion, deception, and comedic exposure. The performance in the Grand Hall promises a theatrical experience that presents classic drama as lively and contemporary rather than museum-like.

When the judge himself stands in the spotlight

Kleist's comedy is one of the great texts of German-language theater: a court case that reveals a moral battlefield. Judge Adam leads a procedure in which he himself is the perpetrator. This turns the evening into a precise study of power abuse, language distortion, and societal self-deception. Herein lies the unbroken power of this theater classic: behind the comedy lurks an abyss.

Dramaturgy between laughter and discomfort

The staging of the material unfolds its effect from the interplay of pace and insecurity. Each character contributes a piece of truth, yet the truth slips further out of view with each scene. The play's dramaturgy thrives on revelations, evasions, and shifted perspectives. This creates a theatrical atmosphere in which the audience is not only watching but is drawn deeper into the legal farce with every twist.

Strong roles, clear outlines, fine comedy

The very configuration of characters creates the charm of Kleist's comedy. Eve remains silent out of fear, Ruprecht reacts with wounded anger, Marthe insists on justice, and Adam writhes with the virtuosity of a man who can no longer untangle his own web. This is acting at its best: pointed, rhythmic, with psychological sharpness. Those who love classic theater will find here not a sluggish school play but a lively game about truth and facade.

A classic that resonates in our present

The great strength of this evening lies in its relevance. Kleist's play is more than historical costume drama; it speaks about authority, about vulnerable voices, and about institutions that stand in their own way. Reviews of current productions of the text repeatedly emphasize the freshness, lightness, and psychological precision of the material. Exactly therein lies its appeal for today's audiences: The jug breaks not only on stage, but also the trust in an order that believes it is untouchable.

The Stadttheater Fürth promises an evening full of pace, wit, and intellectual sharpness with this production. Anyone who appreciates theater as a clever, sensual, and surprisingly contemporary theatrical experience should not miss this date.