Alley magic in Meißen: Open-air theater inspires on the weekend!

Alley magic in Meißen: Open-air theater inspires on the weekend!

The historic city center of Meißen will be transformed into a colorful spectacle on June 28th and 29th, 2025! The “Gassenzauber” festival is just around the corner and is attracting not only locals but also numerous visitors from the region. Organized by the Theater Meißen in cooperation with the support association “Theater Meißen mit Zukunft” e.V., this event is artistically directed by Helmut Raeder, a well-known name in the cultural scene. For him, the non-binding nature and accessibility of the open-air theater is the heart of this festival. Anyone can take part, there are surprises and the opportunity to spontaneously interact with others.

With around 50 mini-performances taking place on various streets and squares, there is something for every taste. The event is suitable for all age groups and offers exciting, bizarre and comedic theater for free - only a hat money to support the artists is requested. “Everyone should be able to participate,” said Raeder about the festival’s philosophy since the first street theater premiere in 1986.

A festival for the whole family

What exactly can you expect from “Gassenzauber”? A colorful mix of illustrations in the form of stories - some with, some without language. Regional, national and international artists, as well as music bands, will enliven the street theater. The creative walking acts are particularly fascinating and stimulate the imagination with their stilts, mask theater and mobile productions. But that's not all - acrobatic ball acts and fire shows also promise breathtaking moments that you shouldn't miss.

The delicacies from the Meissen winery cooperative round off the experience. A refreshing drink is a particularly good way to watch the streets become a stage. The performances take place outdoors, which creates a special atmosphere and brings the audience closer to the performances.

Cultural highlights in the Meissen cultural summer

“Gassenzauber” is not just a street festival, but also part of the Meissen Cultural Summer, which enriches this summer with culinary and cultural highlights. The event is perfect for family outings and a sociable day with friends. This way, even the little ones can gain their first insights into the world of theater and performing arts.

So take the opportunity and visit the website www.gassenzauber-meissen.de for further information about the artists and the exact program schedule. And don't hesitate to enjoy the free performances and discover the diversity of street theater!

For more details about the festival and the artists who will share their imagination and emotions with you, you can also see the information from Sächsische.de and stadt-meissen.de read up. It's worth it! The anticipation for this unforgettable weekend is already building!