Deister-Freilicht-Bühne Barsinghausen – 2026 Season

Over 90 Years of Open-Air Theatre at the Deister

The Deister-Freilicht-Bühne was built in 1934 in a former stone quarry – an example of the concept of natural stages popular in the 1930s, which deliberately moved theatre from enclosed halls to the outdoors. The stone quarry provides a natural acoustic backdrop; rocks, trees, and the slope give each performance a special setting. Today, the stage is run by volunteer actors and is a firm fixture on the cultural map of the Deister region.

Three In-House Productions in 2026

The Jungle Book – Family Musical (from May 24, 2026)

The season opens with a family musical based on Rudyard Kipling's classic. Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, and Shere Khan bring the jungle to the Deister stone quarry. Premiere: Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Jedermann (Premiere June 6, 2026)

Hugo von Hofmannsthal's classic about the death of a rich man – one of the most frequently performed German-language plays. In the unique atmosphere of the open-air stage, the play develops a special power. Premiere: Saturday, June 6, 2026.

The First Last Day – Comedy (Premiere July 11, 2026)

A contemporary comedy is the third play of the season. Premiere: Saturday, July 11, 2026.

Guest Performance: Musical Night by SET Musical Company (July 3, 2026)

On Friday, July 3, 2026, the SET Musical Company will be guests with their Musical Night – a revue show of major musical successes. The guest performance is already sold out.

Season and Atmosphere

The 2026 season runs from May 24 to September 11, 2026. Performances are mainly held on weekends. Weatherproof clothing is recommended – the theatre performs in the open air.