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Bocholt puppet theatre days
28 September: "Dormouse - princess of all things"
© Petra Albersmann
by Petra Albersmann
Queen Luise-Markise and King Hans-Hannibal are delighted about the birth of their long-awaited child. But their daughter has no desire to be a typical princess. To bring peace to the situation, the parents go on holiday - just in time for her 15th birthday. But on this day, the ancient curse is fulfilled: the princess falls into a deep sleep that lasts a whole 100 years.
Many years later, a prince finally appears to redeem her. But surprise - he is green and croaks!
With creative ideas and lively characters, the stage comes to life and presents the well-known fairy tale from an unusual perspective - with a princess who has a mind of her own.
When?
Sunday, 28 September 2025, 3 pm
Where?
Kulturort Alte Molkerei (Werther Str. 16, 46395 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 4 years
27 October: "Full on"
© Max Menning
by the puppet theatre Hille Pupille
Felix the cat is in a bad mood. Everyone is against him today, nothing works. The rooster is bossing him around, the chickens are throwing dirt at him, Gerda the pig only thinks about eating and he doesn't know what to do with himself. A mouse manages to lure him out of his shell and offers him many opportunities, not least her friendship.
Awakened from his lethargy, Felix can now really get going. He not only delights Milly the mouse and the audience with his play ideas, but also Gerda. And who is surprised that the two of them can literally take off.
When?
Monday, 27 October 2025, 4 pm
Where?
Wissing-Flinzenberg hall (Barloer Ringstraße 48, 46397 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 4 years
7 December: "The winter wonder"
© Andreas Blaschke
from the Cologne Puppet Theatre
While the snow falls quietly outside, Kasper builds a snowman in front of the house where he lives with Aunt Frieda. But something magical happens in the night - the snowman comes to life!
Kasper would like to let them celebrate Christmas with him, but he needs King Winter's permission to do so. Without further ado, he sets off that very night - equipped with a sledge, stove and firewood and accompanied by his faithful dog Schnuffi. On their journey, they meet new friends, overcome exciting challenges and finally return safely to Aunt Frieda.
When?
Sunday, 7 December 2025, 1 pm and 3 pm
Where?
Dietrich-Bonhoeffer-Haus (Dinxperloer Str. 173, 46399 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 4 years
27 January: "Red Riding Hood"
© Matthias Kuchta
by the Lille Kartofler puppet theatre
With minimal scenery but life-size textile figures, Matthias Kuchta tells the fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood in his very own way. The lovable characters reflect well-known personalities, and suspense and humour alternate skilfully.
Included: an energetic grandmother, an overburdened mother, an adventurous Little Red Riding Hood and a clever but ultimately failing wolf.
When?
Tuesday, 27 January 2026, 2 pm and 4 pm
Where?
Old dairy, (Werther Str. 16, 46395 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 4 years
20 March: "Maxie and the rubbish queen"
© Mathias Müller-Wolfgramm
from the Marmelock puppet theatre
Maxie wants to go to football training, she's in quite a hurry. But she has to quickly take the yellow bag with her. Oh dear! The bin with the yellow lid is full to the brim! There's still room in the organic waste bin, so throw it in there with real vigour - for a change.
Oops! What's that? Maxie is magically drawn into the bin. She's already all the way in among the tomatoes and lettuce leaves. An adventurous journey begins. The vegetables are still squabbling over who gets to help the girl. But it's already on to the waste paper department. Here all the arrivals are sorted. Of course, Maxie flies out and ends up at the giant packaging stacker. But only plastic bottles are allowed on it. With its long gripper arm, it transports Maxie to the funny singing rubbish monster, where Maxie makes an exciting discovery ...
When?
Friday, 20 March 2026, 3 pm
Where?
Biemenhorst community centre (Willi-Pattberg-Ring 2 46395 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 4 years
6 May: "The Bear Miracle"
© Theater Blaues Haus
from the Blue House Theatre
When the big bear slowly wakes up from his long hibernation, he realises that he is all alone. But because he is now strong and grown up, he wants nothing more than to become a bear dad. He dreams of having someone to play with and cuddle. But how should he go about it? Where can he get a bear cub?
Rabbit, bird chick and mouse give him the strangest advice - and although it sounds strange, the big bear hopefully puts it into practice. After all, he doesn't want to let any opportunity go to waste. But no matter how hard he tries, his wish remains unfulfilled. Disappointed, he looks up at the sky and pensively follows the drifting clouds.
Suddenly, a friendly bear woman speaks to him ...
When?
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 4 p.m.
Where?
Old dairy, (Werther Str. 16, 46395 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 3 years
28 June: "The most beautiful egg in the world"
© Hameln Braun
by Die Complizen
The three hens Pünktchen, Feder and Latte argue day in, day out, because each wants to be the prettiest in the coop. As they can't agree, the three go to the king. Let him make a decision. "We'll organise a hen's egg, each lays an egg", decides the king. He wants to compare the inner values of the chickens and then decide. Find out what his judgement is, what the signpost has to sing and how three hundred hands can turn your city into a kingdom in this rousing play.
When?
Sunday, 28 June 2026, 11 am and 1 pm
Where?
Lernwerk (Industriestraße 1, 46395 Bocholt)
Age recommendation: From 4 years