The Robber Hotzenplotz - A Musical Chase

The Robber Hotzenplotz - A Musical Chase
based on the book by Otfried Preußler
Music: Martin Lingnau, lyrics: Heiko Wohlgemuth

Direction and choreography: Iris Limbarth
Musical direction: Jason Weaver

In 2026, the Freilichtbühne Meppen open-air stage brings one of children's literature's most beloved characters to life: the Robber Hotzenplotz. In this warmly staged and musically rich adaptation of Otfried Preußler's classic, the fun never stops - Hotzenplotz is up to his old tricks, stealing Grandma's coffee grinder, while Kasperl and Seppl set off to catch him, and the wicked sorcerer Petrosilius Zwackelmann stirs up even more trouble. Lively music, humour and colourful characters make this a joyful family outing at the Meppen open-air theatre.

Full of music, slapstick and a wink to the audience, this bright rogue comedy works for the whole family - a show that delights children and adults alike.