In Germany's great popular theater, guests are amused by enchanting Ruhrpott jokes such as "Rolle rückwärts - Früher war (doch nicht) alles besser!", "Herr Pastor und Frau Teufel", a heavenly spectacle, or popular classics such as "Flurwoche" and "Ronaldo & Julia".
Hilarious, endearing and unique: since 2004, the really great stories of the Ruhr region have found their place under the moon of Wanne-Eickel. The innovative theatre entrepreneur Christian Stratmann opened the charming and unconventional Mondpalast von Wanne-Eickel in the historic Saalbau on Wilhelmstraße. This cultural gem is now one of the most successful private theatres in Germany and has already delighted over a million theatre lovers. The theatre, which has 500 seats, impresses with its unmistakable comedies with Ruhr area charm, masterfully created by the talented author Sigi Domke and the visionary founding artistic director and director Thomas Rech.
In Germany's great popular theatre, guests are amused by enchanting Ruhr area jokes such as "Das Phantom vom Oppa" or the heavenly spectacle "Herr Pastor und Frau Teufel", and the classic "Ronaldo & Julia" also regularly captivates visitors. The most recent comedy, "The Silence of the Frogs", which premiered at the beginning of 2020, once again demonstrates the creative diversity and originality of the Mondpalast.
This theatre is not only a place of entertainment, but also a vibrant meeting place for friends of innovation and creative experimentation. Every year at Christmas time, the palace transforms into a festive space with the popular festive comedy 'Frohet Fest' and the highly anticipated New Year's Eve show 'Dinner for Wan(ne)'. A visit to this unique stage is a must for anyone who wants to experience the cultural and creative energy of the Ruhr region up close.
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