Theaterfest Mainfranken Theater Würzburg

To open the new season, the Mainfranken Theater Würzburg invites you to the Theaterfest on September 21, 2026, in the new theater building. On this open day, the house presents a diverse program on all stages and in the foyers. The highlight is the evening presentation of the new productions by Intendant Georg Rootering in the Theaterfabrik Blaue Halle. The season includes around 15 premieres in drama, musical theater, and dance, including world premieres, as well as six symphony concerts and six chamber concerts, and revivals like the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Beethoven's opera "Fidelio" is on the program.

September 21, 2026 — Theaterfest

• Daytime — diverse program on all stages and in the foyers (drama, musical theater, dance, concerts)
• Behind-the-scenes look and meeting with the ensemble
• Evening — presentation of the new productions by Intendant Georg Rootering in the Theaterfabrik Blaue Halle

Season 2026 Preview (Selection)

• Around 15 premieres in drama, musical theater, and dance, including world premieres
• Musical theater: Fidelio by Ludwig van Beethoven
• Six symphony concerts and six chamber concerts
• Revivals, including Rocky Horror Picture Show

• Open day on all stages of the Mainfranken Theater
• Evening presentation of new productions in the Blaue Halle
• Preview of around 15 premieres for the new season
• Beethoven's "Fidelio" as a highlight in musical theater

Getting There

Würzburg is easily accessible by long-distance train. The Mainfranken Theater and the Theaterfabrik Blaue Halle are located near the city center and are easily accessible by tram and on foot.

Admission

The Theaterfest is designed as an open day; the program on the stages and in the foyers is freely accessible.

Tip

Be on site early for the evening presentation of the new productions in the Blaue Halle.