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Toni Servillo, Giuliana De Sio, Vinicio Marchioni, Alessandro Haber, Teresa Saponangelo, Silvio Orlando, Gabriele Lavia, Neri Marcorè, and many other leading figures of the international theatre scene are part of the 2025/2026 season of the Teatro Stabile, taking place in Bolzano. This year’s season includes 12 subscription events and a special performance featuring Stefano Massini.

Sidewalk was born from a desire to create spaces for self-expression where they were missing. It is a participatory, safe and open environment that blurs the line between stage and audience, welcoming all forms of art and encouraging experimentation. By intertwining diverse artistic languages and mediums, Sidewalk brings together people of all ages, races, and backgrounds, fulfilling the universal need to express and to listen, while dissolving the very boundaries of language through artistic freedom. Sidewalk is a free, open space where everyone can express themselves in any way – poetry, music, theater, stand-up, anything! The only limit is time (5 minutes), to allow each of you to share their art. Registrations are open to anybody wanting to share their art on our stage. Send a DM to @sidewalk_bolzano.

At the heart of Marius von Mayenburg's play is a mysterious painting: after their father's death, brothers Nicola and Philipp find a seemingly insignificant painting in the attic, signed “A. Hiller”. Or perhaps it says “A. Hitler”? That would almost be better, because its value would suddenly increase. Unfortunately, its provenance is unknown – and only with a verifiable provenance can a painting by Adolf Hitler be sold at a profit. While their Jewish sister-in-law fights hard to destroy it, Nicola and Philipp feverishly investigate their family history. Or perhaps... they invent a new one? With sharp, biting jokes verging on cynicism, Marius von Mayenburg tackles thorny questions: is it really possible to separate the work from the artist? And to what extent do moral principles hold up when financial gain comes into play? A theater-play in German language

Spectacular aerial photographs provide an overview of the rugged habitat of the Stelvio National Park. This documentary film portrays the Alpine animals and plants in their natural environment. Film in German language 5:00 p.m. / Film in Italian language 4:00 p.m. Film made of Marco Polo e Thomas Vonmetz copyright:PR Video / Rai Südtirol /Prov. Autonoma Bolzano Südtirol Dip. 28

The film documents the “Südtirol Jazzfestival Alto Adige" in the pandemic year 2020. It delivers insights into a music festival where jazz is not only a factor of entertainment but also an attitude towards life and a glimmer of hope. documentary by Matthias Keitsch & Sebastian Longariva 2021 | 2021 original version in German and Italian + English subtitles ********* 6.00 p.m. doors open, take a seat and enjoy an aperitivo 7.30 p.m. STANGLER BUFFET: € 27,00 (students with valid ID € 16,00) Buffet with appetizers, salads, first and main course and sweet finale - the courses are served one after the other, so if you come late you might miss part of the buffet For reservations, please contact us: +39 348 8659739 or stanglerhof@gmail.com ********* 9.00 p.m. Begin film - FREE ENTRY | DONATIONS WELCOME

‘I'm not afraid of bankruptcy,’ René Benko boasted in a 2011 interview with Krone. Things turned out differently. The insolvency of his Signa Group is the biggest bankruptcy in the Second Republic of Austria. German and Italian cities are also facing years of construction craters. Millions in state investments have vanished into thin air. The self-made billionaire leaves behind a shambles. Following plays such as ‘Die Redaktion’ (The Editorial Office) and ‘Heldenplätze’ (Heroes' Squares), author and director Calle Fuhr, together with the investigative editorial team DOSSIER, once again looks behind the headlines to tell the story of the rise and fall of the miracle man Benko. Calle Fuhr himself takes to the stage in this solo performance, taking the audience on a journey into the amazing Signa wonderland and revealing the system that made René Benko possible in the first place. "It remains exciting throughout the entire performance. One eye-opening moment follows another.‘ (ORF, ZIB 13) The acclaimed premiere at the Vienna Volkstheater, which was also invited to the ’Radikal jung" festival, will be continued in an updated version at the Schauspiel Köln, where Kai Voges will be artistic director and Calle Fuhr will be resident writer and director from the 2025/26 season onwards. Direction and stage design: Calle Fuhr Costumes: Tina Prichenfried Video: Lisa Rodlauer Dramaturgy: Matthias Seier Funded by: Autonomous Province of Bolzano, Department of German Culture / South Tyrol Savings Bank Foundation In collaboration with: South Tyrol Cultural Institute Economy & Culture Merano Supported by: Auto Brenner

The Bear Has a Hard Time October 16/17/18 A wide-awake story about being tired! Autumn is almost over. With its wind, it tousles the trees once more, plucks the last brown leaves from the branches, and swirls them through the air. One of those leaves lands on the bear’s nose. The bear is coming out of the forest with a heavy belly from eating—the last nuts and mushrooms. His legs are heavy too—so tired before hibernation. Slowly he trudges to his bear cave. He’s looking forward to his soft hibernation bed. He will stretch out, yawn, and curl up. Then he will float lightly on it into the land of dreams. It’s time. He plops down on his bed, stretches, yawns, and curls up. But what’s this? Something is poking and pinching! The bear shakes his bed. But nothing helps, no shaking or rattling! He can’t sleep like this. And if he can’t sleep, he gets grumpy. What will happen next? Alexander Baginski (DE) Figurentheater Pantaleon For children aged 4 and up Duration: approx. 45 minutes Start: 5:00 PM

The Musa Leggera has one flaw: she always wants to do more and do it better. And the first part of the 2025/26 Season (a season full of big numbers) is striking proof of this ongoing commitment: two legendary, spectacular musicals in their Italian versions for a joyful dive into the fabulous fifties: "Sette spose per sette fratelli" and "Cantando sotto la pioggia" (both also with special encore performances outside the subscription); the national hit of the year ("Sapore di mar") evoking summer loves, carefree moments and timeless melodies from the sixties; a brand-new show about the musical icons of another decade overflowing with hits ("80 voglia di 80"); and finally, two delightful and original gems in the spirit of cabaret and music "Derby Cabaret" (featuring the return of the great singer Luisa Corna) and "Giradischi e papillon". Unmissable events that bring us together once again in the magic of the theatre of smiles.

Founded in Alto Adige in 2005, Alps Move is a dance theatre festival that has developed in close relationship with the Alto Adige Dance Collective. Its aim is to host and promote the local contemporary dance and experimental theatre scene with performances in venues throughout the province and the creation of a network that reaches out to other regional, national and European theatre groups and organizations. Each year Alps Move stages shows and performances created by choreographers and dancers originally from Alto Adige, many of whom now pursue their careers further afield. Regardless of age, all these artists are invited to work on new projects to be performed – and often premiered – back in Alto Adige during the October-November Festival. LU-NATION Rixa Rottonara_IT/DE tanzfilm LuNation is a poetic dance video that explores the menstrual cycle and proposes a return to life's natural rhythms as an antidote to the frenzy of modernity. DUNST IM KÖRPER Sarah Merler_IT/AT performance Dunst im Körper is an intimate therapeutic dialogue with one's inner self. Starting from changeable, transitory states, the dance to which it gives life expresses our opaque, muddled inner space. EVERYTHING STARTS FROM POINT ONE Miriam Plank & Lea Markgraf_IT/DE performance What will remain of me if I seek connection with others? To answer this question, Everything starts from point one sets out from the Strangler Fig Tree, a fascinating case of adaptation and survival strategy in the vegetable kingdom.

Invitation to an entertaining evening: On Tuesday, October 21st at 7:30 PM, a special evening with stories and songs will be held at the Nature Park visitor center in honor of Bernardin Astfäller. Michael Schaller, great-grandson of Bernardin Astfäller, will recall the butterfly researcher from Naturns and bring past times to life. He will be supported in text and song by his wife and his sister. At the same time the "Bernardin Astfäller Wall", funded by the municipality of Naturns, will be unveiled as a permanent part of the exhibition at the Nature Park visitor center. A convivial ending with light refreshments.

Twilight – Zwischenwelten explores the theme of being in-between: between life and death, reality and fantasy, childhood and adulthood. These in-between worlds are emotional and symbolic spaces without clear boundaries, where identity, belonging, and self-discovery take place. In a concert project featuring singing, dance, and music, these liminal worlds are artistically explored. The program lasts 75 exciting minutes. Admission: 15 euros, reduced 10 euros. Ticket reservations are possible only via WhatsApp message at the number 378 3091909.

DOCUMENTARY FILM "TIAN" is ready to set out on a journey. What it’s about: Our food is losing value, the soil is losing health, and the climate is losing stability. A designer with farming roots and a trained chef ask how agriculture can shape the future. In Tian, they meet people who not only work their land but rethink it – navigating between tradition, economic pressure, and the desire for new paths. What unites them is their closeness to the soil and a shared belief that change is possible. The film gives a voice to those who quietly set big changes in motion for all of us. Start: 8:00 pm, Kulturhaus "Nova Teutonica" | Duration: approx. 1 h | Original language: South Tyrolean dialect | Subtitles: German / English / Italian | Participation: free of charge | No registration required

The sixteenth edition of the festival “Corpi Eretici 2025/26”, curated by Teatro la Ribalta – Kunst der Vielfalt, opens with the premiere of “Pinocchio nel ventre della balena”, directed by Paolo Grossi, a fairy tale that recalls the adventures and misadventures of Pinocchio and his father Mastro Geppetto. Next comes “Vorrei una voce”, in which Tindaro Granata, through the voice of Mina, brings to the stage the stories and experiences of women imprisoned in Messina. With “Re Lear è morto a Mosca”, directed by César Brie, eight young actors retrace the careers of Solomon Michoels and Venjamin Zuskin, executed by the Stalinist regime because of their art. In “Vizita”, Davide Iodice reflects on intolerance toward the foreigner, inspired by H.G. Wells. Kicking off 2026 is the debut of “Studi Teatrali de La Tempesta”, directed by Antonio Viganò, a new creation born during the artistic residency with Teatro Cristallo. In February: “C’è urgenza d’azzurro”, poems by Vasco Mirandola with music by Sergio Marchesini, and “Quando gli dei erano tanti”, in which Marco Baliani tells the story of Calasso. In March, “Edipo Re”, directed by Stefano Tè and performed by inmates from the Castelfranco Emilia Prison, stages the story of the city of Thebes and Oedipus' desperate attempt to save it. In April, “Un attimo prima”, a poetic experience by Gabriella Salvaterra, will lead small groups of spectators through an intimate, sensory journey inside a labyrinth of memories, immersing them courageously in the theme of symbolic rupture and healing. In May, “La parola femminista” by Vanessa Roghi and the Writing Workshop of Experience with Lea Melandri close the program with a reflection on feminist culture. All events of the “Corpi Eretici” festival: • 09/10/25, Pinocchio nel ventre della balena - Teatro la Ribalta-Kunst der Vielfalt (Teatro Gries) • 23/10/25, Vorrei una voce - Tindaro Granata (Teatro Gries) • 12/11/25, Re Lear è morto a Mosca - César Brie (Teatro Gries) • 11/12/25, Vizita - Davide Iodice (Teatro Gries) • 21-22/01/26, Studi teatrali de la tempesta - Teatro la Ribalta-Kunst der Vielfalt (Teatro Cristallo) • 06/02/26, C’è urgenza di azzurro - Vasco Mirandola e Sergio Marchesini (T.Raum) • 27/02/26, Quando gli dei erano tanti - Marco Baliani (Teatro Gries) • 13/03/26, Edipo Re - Teatro dei Venti (Teatro Cristallo) • 27-28-29/04/26, Un attimo prima - Gabriella Salvaterra (info location info@teatrolaribalta.it) • 08/05/26, La parola femminista - Vanessa Roghi (Teatro Cristallo) • 09/05/26, Laboratorio di scrittura di esperienza - Lea Melandri (Sala Giuliani, Teatro Cristallo)

Twilight – Zwischenwelten explores the theme of being in-between: between life and death, reality and fantasy, childhood and adulthood. These in-between worlds are emotional and symbolic spaces without clear boundaries, where identity, belonging, and self-discovery take place. In a concert project featuring singing, dance, and music, these liminal worlds are artistically explored. The program lasts 75 exciting minutes. Admission: 15 euros, reduced 10 euros. Ticket reservations are possible only via WhatsApp message at the number 378 3091909.

An explosion of comedy and relentless rhythm: Andrea Pucci shares the challenges of everyday life with irony and sarcasm, blending personal anecdotes with hilarious observations about modern society. With his direct and engaging style, Pucci interacts with the audience, turning every show into a unique experience. The performance is enriched by musical moments with his band, creating an overwhelming and dynamic evening. Pucci’s humor stems from the contradictions of contemporary life: sharp but never mean-spirited, capable of making you laugh and think at the same time. Each of his shows is a perfect mix of laughter, energy, and pure entertainment!

In a village, hardworking farmers rest from the toil and scorching heat by listening to the stories, that the beautiful Adina is reading. They are especially amazed by the mythical tale of Queen Isolde, who makes Tristan fall in love with her with a magic potion. The tranquility of the village is shattered by the arrival of two characters: the handsome Sergeant Belcore, who immediately courts the wealthy Adina and proposes a quick marriage, arousing the anguish of poor Nemorino, who is deeply in love, but too shy and insecure to impose his presence on the girl. The other stranger is Dulcamara, who pretends to be a great doctor, a curer of all ailments, both physical and psychological, thanks to a medicine he invented. The naive Nemorino spends all his money to buy a “Queen Isolde's love potion” from the swindler Dulcamara, firmly convinced it will attract his beloved. The story unfolds cheerfully, amid toasts, dancing, and teasing, with great, rambling speeches and a surprise ending. Nemorino becomes rich thanks to an inheritance, Adina pines over the boy's departure and discovers she is in love, and everyone hopes to rejuvenate thanks to Dulcamara's medicine, who leaves with his pockets full of money.

It's finally time to start again: just in time for Halloween, the improvisation season begins at Carambolage! Put your pumpkins in the window and forget about your best side – today you can throw all your darkest thoughts onto the stage of horror. The Carambolage improvisation theatre will turn them into the most beautiful nightmares to go. The only thing scarier is the real world! But be careful: always with a sweet smile, otherwise... there will be bitter trouble!

In Italian: A comedian in therapy with his psychologist and two trusty musicians - who act as his live soundtrack both in life and on stage - confesses his dark sides and honours the fictional memory and legacy of his masters. All in front of his audience. A leading comedian par excellence, Paolo Rossi has for forty years ranged from clubs to large stages, from traditional theatre to cabaret, from television to the circus tent: everywhere he proposes his personal way of “making a show” which, while immersing himself in the themes of today, never disregards the teachings of the ancient and modern classics, from Shakespeare to Moliere to Brecht and the much-loved Commedia dell'Arte. In this new version of the satirical Operaccia Rossi improvises his past, to remind himself of his and others' present. With the proceeds he will pay the psychologist, as well as other debts for various and sundry issues in these difficult times. ‘The satirical operettas are extravagant creations that arise from various inspirations: the reading of great literary classics that are transformed into funny compositions, episodes ’stolen" from lived life and from my personal repertoire then reworked and transformed into comic poems that, thanks to the musical accompaniment, turn into a popular song. The language is incorrect, varied, full of mispronunciations, strange words and suggestions, but easily understood by all. They remain fundamentally stories: we strive to tell them as best we can. By and with Paolo Rossi. With Caterina Gabanella and with musicians Emanuele Dell'Aquila, Alex Orciari. Production AGIDI Duration: 120 minutes

The show ‘A forza di essere vento’ (By force of being wind) was received with great enthusiasm by the public and has already been part of major events such as the Rocce Rosse Blues Festival, Musica sulla Bocche Jazz Festival, Folkest, and Caorle Soundfest, to name a few.

The show ‘A forza di essere vento’ (By force of being wind) was received with great enthusiasm by the public and has already been part of major events such as the Rocce Rosse Blues Festival, Musica sulla Bocche Jazz Festival, Folkest, and Caorle Soundfest, to name a few.

In this year's edition of the European Art Competition, everything revolves around objects. Glasses, buckets, pots, whisks and many other everyday objects take centre stage. They can be used not only to produce sounds or perform small feats of virtuosity: the imagination of the artists knows no bounds. In addition to fame and honour, there are prizes of €4,000, €3,000 and €2,000 up for grabs. The winners will be decided exclusively by the audience! Furthermore, on the third and final evening of the festival, participants will be presented with trophies, created this year by South Tyrolean artist Laurenz Stockner. Three extraordinary performances await you: the creative percussion duo Bubble Beatz (CH), the poetic clown Fabrizio Rosselli (I/F) and the fascinating circus duo OLO Company (SE/FI). Peter Schorn will host the evenings.

A spring version of the wackiest cabaret show is ready to land at Carambolage! Comedians in bloom, in the grass and in the hay will cheer up the audience with seasonal, colourful and fragrant jokes! Monologues, sketches and music will shine in the minds of the audience, like a field of tulips! We laugh, applaud and repeat: because Cababoz is Cababoz! (The image is for presentation purposes only!) Appointment: Saturday 15 April 2023 at the Piccolo Teatro Carambolage starting at 8 PM. www.cababoz.it

Lantern procession to Martin's day, Kapuziner church Lana, at 17.30.

Author Rut Bernardi repeatedly pushes the boundaries of understanding because she writes in her native language, Ladin. This led her to develop wordplay and the musical interpretation of the ‘Ladin sound.’ Ladin is a Romance language whose vowels are particularly well suited to wordplay. This sound attracts the audience's attention – but it is much more than just a gimmick: the poems are intended as critical statements and are therefore also made available to the audience in translation (DE, IT). The name of the distinctive ensemble Eseleptitun – which originated in a confused dream – already suggests that musically, an idiosyncratic and multifaceted world of sound is about to be entered. Free entry

ONLY IN GERMAN A unique combination that turns into an unforgettable sensory experience in the old wine cellar: theatre actress Gabi Mitternöckler presents captivating stories, while sommelier Ingrid Egger serves the perfect wine pairings. All in all, a sparkling and witty evening in a cozy atmosphere – with fine food to round off the experience.

Dutch magician Rafael Scholten has received numerous prestigious awards, including the audience and jury prizes at the Monte-Carlo Circus Festival. He is also a two-time national magic champion in the Netherlands and Switzerland. Time travel, destiny and the question of why human beings want to believe in magic – these are the themes that Rafael addresses in his magic show with subtle humour and playful lightness. With his collection of curiosities, he captivates his audience and transports them to a world suspended between illusion and reality.Inspired by the great magicians of the Victorian era, he creates an elegant and poetic form of magic. With simple props and the thoughts of the audience, he performs wonders – surprising, profound and always engaging. A show for adults and children aged 5 and up that leaves you speechless – and suspends reality for a moment.

Synopsis After 13 years in prison, Freddy is finally released. He spends his first night of freedom with his grandson Maximilian, who is celebrating his bachelor party. Freddy expects a relaxing bath and some peace and quiet – but he soon discovers that he’s never alone with the lively housemates around! Enjoy a wild, romantic and hilariously cheeky three-act comedy, performed without an intermission. The play will be performed in German. Ticket Reservationunder T +39 338 339 1359 (please no WhatsApp messages) Advance ticket sales start on October 20 Cast: Maximilian Bogner: Jonas Gamper – grandson Freddy: Wolfgang Hellrigl – Max’s grandfather Winfried: Andre Kerschbaumer – janitor Charlotte: Heidi Hellrigl – senior barbie Linda: Sara Kerschbaumer – hairdresser Betty: Paula Göller – Max’s best friend Maja: Natascha Huber – Max’s fiancée Ursula: Angelika Gufler – Freddy’s wife Director: Ivo F. Egger Assistant Director: Herbert Tschimben Make-up: Monika Hellrigl, Evelyn Weithaler, Alena Prantl Stage Design & Lighting: Stefan Mahlknecht, Walter Gamper, Roland Holzner, Hannes Weger

Magic up close - with style, charm and method:

Nicolai Friedrich inspires with his unique magic and charming stage presence.

His repertoire ranges from classic masterpieces to specially developed illusions that are unique in the world. In his shows, reality and illusion become blurred: objects float, transform or appear in inexplicable places. Drawings come to life, thoughts are read - seemingly effortlessly he overrides the laws of nature.

A show full of amazement, laughter and magical moments - that will be remembered for a long time.

Tickets: www.mytix.bz/magieganznah

Follow your dream, your instinct... and, of course, the white rabbit. They will surely lead you to the theatre. There, doors open behind which extraordinary stories come to life – newly invented and always authentic. Those who leave, with “Follow the leaver”, are really on their way! The real star? The one who closes the door. And those sitting in the audience have gold in their mouths – they just have to spit it out on stage! So, have you booked your tickets yet? The best adventures are found where we least expect them! In German language

They are Switzerland's most famous author couple. In their now cult columns ‘Schreiber vs. Schneider’, they analyse everyday life as a couple with humour – with pleasure and sincerity. Because many years of living together are not a 100-metre sprint, but a 3,000-metre obstacle course: with barriers, water ditches, disastrous falls and sudden cramps. The German woman and her Swiss husband tell stories, provoke, joke and improvise – even on stage – with great success! Schreiber vs. Schneider make their way, authentically and spontaneously, through the pitfalls of life as a couple. Their conclusion: those who love should also know how to breathe – and above all have a sense of humour. Because self-irony is the best energy drink for tackling any Paarcours d'amour. In German language