Freilichttheater Greußenheim – The Legacy of Gruzen
Edition 2026 Theater Heritage History

Freilichttheater Greußenheim – The Legacy of Gruzen

Historical play by the Vorhang auf theatre association on the forest stage at the Greußenheim sports field

Greußenheim — Landkreis Würzburg (09679) Since 2012
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Dates 24 Jul — 02 Aug 2026
Venue Greußenheim (09679)
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About Freilichttheater Greußenheim

The Freilichttheater Greußenheim is an exceptional amateur theatre project in Greußenheim, Lower Franconia. Every two years in midsummer, the 'Vorhang auf' theatre association performs a specially written historical play on the forest stage at the sports field. In 2026, 'Das Erbe von Gruzen' by Heike Wörner is on the programme – a gripping play about power, guilt, and hope. With numerous local amateur actors, the village becomes a grand theatre stage for several performances.

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Theatre Tradition from the Village

The 'Vorhang auf' theatre association was founded in Greußenheim in 2010. As early as 2012, the association brought its first major historical open-air play with around 80 amateur actors – all from Greußenheim – to the stage, repeating the success in 2017. Since then, the association has performed a new historical play every two years in July/August.

The Legacy of Gruzen

For 2026, Heike Wörner has written the historical play 'Das Erbe von Gruzen'. The play tells a gripping story about power, guilt, and hope, transporting the audience into the world of 'Gruzen' – a theatrical exploration of the local history. The production is driven by the voluntary commitment of numerous participants from the village.

Venue: Forest Stage

Performances take place on the forest stage at the Greußenheim sports field, an atmospheric open-air venue. The evening performances under the open sky lend a special atmosphere to the historical subject matter and make each performance a community experience for participants and the audience.

Greußenheim in the Würzburg District

Greußenheim is located in the Würzburg district in the Free State of Bavaria, in the western Franconian part of Würzburg. The open-air theatre is known far beyond the municipal boundaries and is an outstanding example of vibrant amateur theatre culture and local heritage preservation in Lower Franconia.

Freilichttheater Greußenheim — edition 2026

From July 24 to August 2, 2026, the 'Vorhang auf' theatre association will present the historical play 'Das Erbe von Gruzen' by Heike Wörner on the forest stage at the Greußenheim sports field. The opening performance begins on July 24 at 7:00 PM.

For the 2026 season, Heike Wörner has written the historical play 'Das Erbe von Gruzen' – a gripping piece about power, guilt, and hope. It will be performed from July 24 to August 2, 2026, on the forest stage at the Greußenheim sports field, with the opening performance on July 24 at 7:00 PM. Numerous local amateur actors from Greußenheim will take the stage for the 'Vorhang auf' theatre association's production. The evening performances under the open sky make the historical play a special community experience.

Programme Freilichttheater Greußenheim 2026

Performances 2026

  • Opening night: Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:00 PM
  • Further evening performances until Sunday, August 2, 2026
  • Venue: Forest stage at the Greußenheim sports field
  • Play: 'Das Erbe von Gruzen' by Heike Wörner

Highlights Freilichttheater Greußenheim 2026

  • Premiere of 'Das Erbe von Gruzen' by Heike Wörner
  • Historical play about power, guilt, and hope
  • Numerous local amateur actors from Greußenheim
  • Evening performances on the forest stage under the open sky
  • Theatre project taking place every two years

Prices Freilichttheater Greußenheim 2026

Tickets available from the 'Vorhang auf' theatre association (Tel. +49 9369 2771, [email protected]). Exact ticket prices will be announced by the association.

Practical information — Freilichttheater Greußenheim

Getting There

By car via the A3 (Helmstadt exit) or the B8 into western Würzburg towards Greußenheim, then to the forest stage at the sports field. By train to Würzburg, then continue by bus.

Tickets

Tickets and exact performance dates from the 'Vorhang auf' theatre association, Tel. +49 9369 2771, [email protected].

Dates

Performances every two years in July/August. 2026: July 24 to August 2, evening performances (opening night July 24 at 7:00 PM).

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