When does the performance of On the Town begin?

The performance starts on June 18, 2026, at 7:30 PM.

How long does the musical last?

The duration is approximately 2¾ hours including a break.

Where does the performance take place?

At Theater Duisburg - Grand House at Opernplatz in 47051 Duisburg.

Is the performance suitable for younger audiences?

The production is recommended for ages 12 and up according to the schedule.

What is the ticket price?

The regular starting price is €82 per ticket, depending on the seating category.

Is public transport access available?

Yes, the ticket is valid as a travel permit in the VRR area on the day of the performance.

Bernstein's Broadway glamour conquers Duisburg with tempo, wit, and great longing

Name: On the Town
Start: 2026-06-18T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-19T00:15:00+02:00
Location: Theater Duisburg – Großes Haus

Broadway glamour meets Duisburg theater magic

With Leonard Bernstein's On the Town, a musical takes the stage at the Theater Duisburg that combines tempo, zest for life, and fine wit with a touch of melancholy. The production by the Deutsche Oper am Rhein transports audiences to the vibrant New York of the 1940s, where three sailors search for their place in the bustling metropolis in just 24 hours.

A musical full of rhythm, longing, and city excitement

Bernstein's music pulses, sparkles, and drives the plot forward with buoyant energy. The score blends jazzy lightness with operatic breath, while Betty Comden and Adolph Green give the piece a pointed and dialog-rich touch. Born from Jerome Robbins' idea, the work seamlessly incorporates the body language of dance as well as the comedy of a classic musical comedy.

Production with a sense of cinema and stage excitement

Louisa Proske stages the story at the Deutsche Oper am Rhein as a colorful urban adventure. The set design by Momme Hinrichs, costumes by Esther Bialas, and choreography by Marie-Christin Zeisset create a theatrical atmosphere where New York is not just a backdrop but becomes a dazzling counterpart. The rapid scene changes, precise direction, and physically palpable musicality lend the evening a great immediacy.

An evening between glamour and resonance

The stage experience thrives on the mix of lively ensemble scenes, urban wit, and that quiet longing that resonates beneath the shiny surface. It is precisely this contrast that makes On the Town so appealing: entertainment with substance, musical brilliance with attitude, dance with dramatic weight. Those who love musical theater will find a vivid panorama of sound, movement, and emotion here.

Conclusion

On the Town at the Theater Duisburg promises an evening full of Broadway energy, precise acting, and sparkling music. This musical presents New York as both a dream location and a melting pot - a stage experience that should be felt live.