Fantastic puppet show: Hotzenplotz lands in Gotha!

Fantastic puppet show: Hotzenplotz lands in Gotha!

Things will soon be magical in the Gotha City Library! On Saturday, October 18, 2025, an exciting puppet theater awaits young and old. The Staufenberg Puppet Theater stages a rousing piece under the title “The Robber Hotzenplotz and the Moon Rocket”. It starts at 3:00 p.m. in the Hanns Cibulka Hall, and the performance promises around 60 minutes full of fun and excitement. The entrance fee of 11.00 euros per person is more than fair, especially when you enter the imaginative world of the famous Hotzenplotz. Tickets can be purchased at the box office 30 minutes before showtime, so get there early!

The story of the robber Hotzenplotz was written by the celebrated German author Otfried Preussler, who was born in Reichenberg in 1923. His most famous work about Hotzenplotz, published in 1962, not only made children's eyes light up, but was also translated into numerous languages ​​and sold over six million copies. Preussler designed a character endowed with humor, adventure and magic, making the play a must-see for the whole family.

Fantasy and friendship for the little ones

In “The Robber Hotzenplotz and the Moon Rocket” the protagonists Kasper and Seppel take on the main role as they support Sergeant Dimpfelmoser in catching Hotzenplotz. To do this, they build a moon rocket - an idea that not only fascinates children, but also stimulates their imagination. This production promises an entertaining mix of excitement and humor that is perfect for children ages 3 and up. Hotzenplotz's stories are not just adventures, they convey values ​​and the meaning of friendship.

The fights between Kasperl and Seppel against Hotzenplotz show that even the most terrible robbers can be defeated with the power of friendship. With his stories, Preußler not only created a childhood idol, but also wrote stories that last generations. As Wikipedia notes, the character has had numerous adventures and is often hunted, captured, or even rehabilitated in original tales.

An experience for the whole family

The Staufenberg Puppet Theater presents an exciting opportunity for families to come together and experience the magic of puppetry. The lovingly designed Hanns Cibulka Hall in the Gotha City Library offers the perfect setting to immerse yourself in the colorful world of the robber Hotzenplotz. This event is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy not only Preußler's stories, but also the sense of community that the puppet theater provides.

So make sure you get your tickets and have a fantastic afternoon that is sure to leave many smiling faces. For further information and details about the puppet theater, it is worth taking a look at the [Staufenberger Puppentheater] website (http://www.staufenbergerpuppentheater.de). Not only does history come to life here, but it also fuels anticipation for the upcoming adventure in Gotha!