When does the performance take place?

The show starts on 18.04.2026 at 19:45 and ends according to event data at 21:15.

Where is the venue located?

The venue is filmforum at Dellplatz 16, 47051 Duisburg.

How much does a ticket cost?

The regular price for this date is €9.90.

Is the event indoors?

Yes, the event takes place at filmforum, so it is indoors.

How do I get there best?

Duisburg Central Station is about a 15-minute walk away. Additionally, there is good connection via Steinsche Gasse and Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz.

Are there parking options?

Yes, there are many parking spaces available near filmforum. They can be used free of charge starting at 20:00.

A Quietly Illuminating Theater Evening about Courage, Failure, and the Magic of Performance

Name: Oh, this Gap, this Terrible Gap
Start: 2026-04-18T21:45:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-18T23:15:00+02:00
Location: filmforum

Between Stage Euphoria and Self-Doubt: Joachim Meyerhoff's Story at filmforum Duisburg

On April 18, 2026, filmforum Duisburg presents Oh, this Gap, this Terrible Gap, a stage experience on the big screen, drawing from Joachim Meyerhoff's autobiographical novel and celebrating the moment when art suddenly emerges from uncertainty. The film follows young Joachim, who is accepted into the Otto-Falckenberg-School and lives with his grandparents in Munich. The source material is charged with both comedy and melancholy in this coming-of-age story. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/oh-this-gap-this-terrible-gap-47579/))

A Story about Acting, Courage, and the Delicate Vanity of Arrival

The dramatic tension arises from the contrast between the strict rehearsals at the acting school and the oddly protected atmosphere of the grandparents' villa. Director Simon Verhoeven tells seriously yet humorously, according to filmforum, about the beginnings of a future stage star, self-doubts, training, and the fine line between embarrassment and greatness. This is precisely the allure of this evening: The audience experiences the interplay of theatrical atmosphere, family portrait, and the emergence of an artist. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/oh-this-gap-this-terrible-gap-47579/))

Production with a Heart for Subtle Breaks

The staging of the material relies less on spectacle and more on fine nuances: on glances, rhythm, the physicality of performance, and those moments when comedy turns into vulnerability. The character of Joachim finds himself in situations that could appear grotesque on stage but function as precise observations about the mechanics of acting in the film. This creates a culturally dense stage experience that not only illuminates Meyerhoff's biography but also the art of representation itself. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/oh-this-gap-this-terrible-gap-47579/))

filmforum Duisburg: Solid Cinema Atmosphere with Clear Access

The venue is filmforum at Dellplatz 16 in 47051 Duisburg. The connection is good: The main train station is about a 15-minute walk away, and the Steinsche Gasse and Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz stops connect the venue with tram, subway, and bus. For drivers, there are numerous parking spaces available that can be used free of charge starting at 8:00 PM. The box office typically opens 30 minutes before the performance begins. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/service/kontakt-anfahrt/))

Conclusion: An Evening for All Who Love Theater Thinking in Cinema

Oh, this Gap, this Terrible Gap promises an emotional look at the origins of an artist who asserts himself against uncertainty, role models, and the comedy of everyday life. Those who appreciate fine acting, clever dramaturgy, and a story about becoming on stage will find an evening filled with heart, humor, and resonance here. Live at filmforum, this material unfolds its special impact. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/oh-this-gap-this-terrible-gap-47579/))