Name: Schlierseer Bauerntheater 2026
Start: 2026-04-06T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-12-31T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Schlierseer Bauerntheater

Bauerntheater Schliersee

About Bauerntheater Schliersee

Founded in 1892, the Schlierseer Bauerntheater is Germany's oldest continuously performing folk theatre. The 2026 season runs from Easter Monday (April 6) to early December with around 20 performances of four plays: two new productions ('Der Weihrauchwastl' premiere on Easter Monday, 'Malefiz Donnerblitz' premiere on Whit Sunday, May 24) and two revivals ('Die Töchter Josefs', 'Schlüsselfertig'). For the first time under the new leadership of Martin Hirtreiter, who succeeds Florian Reinthaler after 20 years. Performances start at 8:00 PM.

Dates 06 Apr — 31 Dec 2026

Venue Schliersee (09182)

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Edition 2026

Bauerntheater Schliersee — edition 2026

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The 2026 season of the Schlierseer Bauerntheater begins on Easter Monday, April 6, with the premiere of 'Der Weihrauchwastl'. On Whit Sunday, May 24, the premiere of 'Malefiz Donnerblitz' follows. A total of around 20 performances of 4 plays until early December 2026. Performances start at 8:00 PM. New leadership: Martin Hirtreiter.

With the generational change at the helm of the association, the Schlierseer Bauerntheater gains new energy in 2026. Martin Hirtreiter leads the venue, which has been in continuous operation since 1892, making it Germany's oldest folk theatre.

The 2026 program mixes traditional folk theatre (plays like 'Die Töchter Josefs' and 'Schlüsselfertig' have already built a loyal audience) with two new productions, each premiering on major religious holidays (Easter, Pentecost) – a tradition of the house.

Highlights Bauerntheater Schliersee 2026

Generational change with Martin Hirtreiter, two new productions (premieres on Easter Monday and Whit Sunday), two revivals, Germany's oldest folk theatre tradition since 1892.

Programme Bauerntheater Schliersee 2026

2026 Schedule – Four Plays, Around 20 Performances

'Der Weihrauchwastl' by Erfried Smija (Premiere Easter Monday, April 6, 2026)
A three-act comedy. Bartl wants to become mayor, but his wife doubts his qualifications. The mysterious 'Weihrauchwastl' causes complications. 6 performances.
'Malefiz Donnerblitz' by Ralph Wallner (Premiere Whit Sunday, May 24, 2026)
A lighthearted three-act play about tailor Zwirn and three sisters who influence the weather with magical suitcases. 8 performances.
'Die Töchter Josephs' by Franz Gischel (Revival)
Folk play. 3 performances.
'Schlüsselfertig' by Reinhard Seibold (Revival)
Realistic satire about building and the pitfalls of the construction industry. 3 performances.

Performance Dates

Performances start at 8:00 PM at the venue on Xaver-Terofal-Platz 1, Schliersee
Spread across April to December 2026
Main focus April–July (premieres) and October–December (winter performances)
Exact dates: schlierseer-bauerntheater.de

Prices Bauerntheater Schliersee 2026

Ticket prices vary depending on the play and seating category. Tickets available at the Schliersee tourist information office, online via the theatre's website, and through München Ticket.

Practical information

Practical information — Bauerntheater Schliersee

Getting There

Schliersee is located on the A8 motorway (exit Holzkirchen or Weyarn) and is directly accessible from Munich via the Bayerische Oberlandbahn (final stop). Venue: Xaver-Terofal-Platz 1, a 5-minute walk from the train station.

Tickets

Advance sales at the Schliersee tourist information office and online via München Ticket. Early booking recommended, especially for premieres and the Easter/Whitsun holidays. Performances at 8:00 PM.

Note

The plays are performed in Bavarian dialect – for those who only speak standard German, the content might be challenging, but the plot usually remains clearly understandable.

Germany's Oldest Folk Theatre

Founded in 1892, the Schlierseer Bauerntheater is Germany's oldest continuously performing folk theatre. For over 130 years, generations of Schliersee citizens – farmers, artisans, merchants – have performed Bavarian folk plays on stage in their own venue at Xaver-Terofal-Platz. The theatre is part of the town's cultural DNA and regularly attracts guests from Munich and Tyrol.

New Leadership, Four Plays

The 2026 season marks a generational change: Martin Hirtreiter takes over the chairmanship from Florian Reinthaler after 20 years, with Anton Stögmeier as his deputy. The new team focuses on a mix of two new productions and two revivals of successful plays from previous seasons:

'Der Weihrauchwastl' by Erfried Smija – Premiere Easter Monday, April 6, 2026. A comedy about Bartl, whose mayoral ambitions are questioned by his wife, and a mysterious 'Weihrauchwastl' (incense fellow) who causes chaos.
'Malefiz Donnerblitz' by Ralph Wallner – Premiere Whit Sunday, May 24, 2026. A lighthearted three-act play about tailor Zwirn and three weather-influencing sisters with magical suitcases.
'Die Töchter Josephs' by Franz Gischel – Revival of a folk play.
'Schlüsselfertig' by Reinhard Seibold – A realistic satire about building, revival.

Schedule and Format

A total of around 20 performances are spread across the months of April to December 2026. Performances begin at 8:00 PM. Eight performances are scheduled for 'Malefiz Donnerblitz', six for 'Der Weihrauchwastl', and three each for the two revivals. Language: Bavarian dialect.

Schliersee – A Spa Town with Theatre Tradition

Schliersee, located on the lake of the same name, has around 7,000 inhabitants and is situated in the Miesbach district, about 60 km southeast of Munich. The climatic health resort is a popular destination for excursions in both summer and winter. The folk theatre at Xaver-Terofal-Platz – named after the famous Schliersee folk actor – is a central meeting point for the local community and part of the cultural tourism offerings.