What age is the performance suitable for?

The play is recommended for children from 5 years according to the schedule and is also suitable for accompanying adults.

Where does the performance take place?

At the Fürth City Theater, Königstraße 116, 90762 Fürth, in the Grand House.

Is there accessible access?

Yes, the Fürth City Theater offers accessible access, wheelchair spaces, and step-free access to the auditorium. For special needs, the box office should be contacted in advance.

How can I arrive or park?

Several parking garages are available nearby, including FLAIR, Carré Fürther Freiheit/Friedrichstraße, and Mathildenstraße. Direct access from the underground parking to the theater is possible.

Is the ticket price known?

A reliable ticket price was not clearly mentioned in the verified sources. Please check the box office or the webshop.

A Warm Christmas Tale with Music, Courage, and Enchanting Stage Magic

Name: The Gingerbread Man
Start: 2026-12-11T12:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-11T12:00:00+01:00
Location: Stadttheater Fürth

A Christmas Tale Full of Wit, Warmth, and Cuckoo Clock Magic

With The Gingerbread Man, the Fürth City Theater brings a lovingly baked family piece to the stage, intertwining fantasy, music, and fine humor. At the center is a state of emergency in the kitchen cabinet: Mr. Cuckoo loses his voice, salt and pepper are worried, and a freshly awakened gingerbread man opens the door to a new world.

A Stage Adventure Between Kitchen and Fantasy

David Woods' Christmas tale unfolds its effect from a simple, almost poetic premise: What happens when the ordinary suddenly tips over? From this, a stage design grows that transforms the narrow world of a kitchen cabinet into a place of wonder. The production thrives on movement, rhythm, and that theatrical atmosphere where children immediately feel that every gesture counts.

Dramaturgy with Heart and Grit

The German-language adaptation by Maria Harpner and Anatol Preissler gives the piece a clear language and playful lightness. At the same time, the dramatic tension remains palpable: danger, solidarity, courage, and rescue come together in a small, fine lesson about solidarity. Especially for a young audience, this creates an immediate stage experience that never feels didactic but entertains with clever precision.

A Family Evening with Acoustic, Wit, and Winter Shine

Music, play, and lively character guidance shape this theater evening for children from 5 years and their companions. The acoustics of the Grand House carry the voices to the last row, while costumes and lighting sharpen the fairytale quality. Those who want to experience the Fürth City Theater as a place of encounter will find here an ideal entry into the world of children’s and youth theater.

Why Visiting is Worthwhile

The Gingerbread Man promises a heartwarming, cleverly constructed Christmas tale with charm, pace, and images that linger. Amidst cuckoo clocks, mice, and sweets, a small stage of great emotions unfolds. Anyone looking for theater as a shared experience should live this date and let the magic of the story carry them away.