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Bodo Wartke Performs Antigone in Stuttgart

TheaterhausThu, Sep 17, 2026 · 10:00 PM – 12:00 AM

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Bodo Wartke - Antigone is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Theaterhaus. Check the official source before you go, as event times and venue details can change.

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Bodo Wartke, the German musical cabaret artist known for his piano-based shows and linguistic wordplay, brings his modern rhymed adaptation of the Greek tragedy *Antigone* to Stuttgart. Written with Carmen Kalisch and director Sven Schütze, the one-man play premiered at Hamburg's Schmidt Theater in 2018 and has since been recognized with a "besonders wertvoll" rating from the Deutsche Film- und Medienbewertung for its filmed version.

Attendees can expect Wartke's signature blend of humour, satire, and wordplay as he performs the classic story with his characteristic piano accompaniment. The production showcases his talent for transforming ancient myths into contemporary, engaging theatre, making it a compelling experience for both fans of cabaret and classical literature.

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  • The event is a one-man play performed by Bodo Wartke, featuring his piano accompaniment and rhymed adaptation of the Greek tragedy.
  • The performance is in German, characterized by rhyme, humour, satire and wordplay.

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What is the Antigone adaptation about?

It is a modern rhymed adaptation of the Greek tragedy Antigone, written by Bodo Wartke with Carmen Kalisch and director Sven Schütze.

Is the performance in English or German?

The performance is in German, as Wartke's lyrics are mostly in German.

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