When does the performance start?

The performance begins on August 7, 2026, at 20:00.

Where does the play take place?

It will be performed outdoors at the open area by the rose garden at Nymphenburg Palace in Munich.

What is the entry price?

According to the official ticket site, ticket prices start at €45.40.

Will the performance take place in the rain?

Yes, the event is planned as an open-air performance even in the rain. Weatherproof clothing is recommended.

Is there an intermission?

There is no verified information regarding the duration of the intermission in the researched sources.

How can I best get to the venue?

According to the organizer, the best way to get there is by tram line 17 to Nymphenburg Palace; from there it is about a ten-minute walk.

Dürrenmatt's Bitter International Success Shines Under Munich's Summer Sky at Nymphenburg Palace

Name: The Visit of the Old Lady
Start: 2026-08-07T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-08T00:00:00+02:00
Location: Freifläche am Rosengarten - Schloss Nymphenburg

The Visit of the Old Lady at Nymphenburg Palace: A Dürrenmatt Evening Between Shine and Abyss

When Friedrich Dürrenmatt's international success is performed outdoors, the tragic comedy gains an additional tension: The magnificent backdrop of Nymphenburg Palace contrasts with the moral coldness of Güllen, and it is precisely from this that a powerful stage experience emerges. On August 7, 2026, the Summer Festival Nymphenburg invites you to an open-air performance of The Visit of the Old Lady at the open area by the rose garden.

A Classic That Never Loses Its Edge

Dürrenmatt's play tells the story of Claire Zachanassian, who returns to her impoverished hometown after decades and promises prosperity to the city - in exchange for a murder. The story unfolds as a precisely constructed dramatic experiment about power, morality, guilt, and purchasable justice. Especially in the production of the Summer Festival, this material gains its special power: The brittle comedy, the societal coldness, and the escalating audience reaction in the auditorium are inseparably connected here.

Open-Air Theater with Atmosphere and Attitude

The open-air stage at the rose garden gives the production its own sound space. The evening light over Nymphenburg, the open air, the clear acoustics, and the proximity to the palace create a theatrical atmosphere where every word, every pause, and every glance matters. The organizers recommend weatherproof clothing, as the performance takes place outdoors - even in rain. This is precisely what makes the charm of this summer evening: theatrical art without a protective layer, directly in the moment.

Direction, Ensemble, and Weight of the Role

The production is created in co-production with the Theater Schaffhausen. As Claire Zachanassian, Mona Seefried is announced, a casting that gives the character a distinct mix of elegance, bitterness, and authority. The interplay of acting, set design, and directorial guidance sharpens Dürrenmatt's view of a society that is increasingly distancing itself from its own morality. Those interested in precise staging, classical dramaturgy, and modern acting will experience a piece full of scenic friction here.

Summer Festival Nymphenburg as a Cultural Venue

The Summer Festival has been one of the special theater formats in Munich for years. The festival collaborates with the Persona ensemble and presents great texts in an environment that connects historic splendor with contemporary cultural life. The performance location at the open area by the rose garden is located at the entrance to the Museum of Man and Nature; the tram line 17 to Nymphenburg Palace takes you in just a few minutes to one of the most beautiful theater backdrops in the city. Box office, catering, and well-organized performance logistics complete the visit.

Conclusion: An Evening That Resonates

The Visit of the Old Lady promises a dense, entertaining, and simultaneously shocking theater evening between summer air and moral abyss. Those who want to experience Dürrenmatt live should not miss this performance at Nymphenburg Palace. Here, world literature, open-air atmosphere, and acting at a high level meet - an evening that resonates long after.