When does the performance of On the Town start?

The performance begins on 08.11.2026 at 18:30 in the Duisburg Theater – Grand House.

How long does the evening last?

The performance lasts about 2 ¾ hours and includes an intermission.

Is the piece suitable for young people?

The Duisburg Theater recommends the production for ages 12 and up.

In which language is it performed?

The piece is performed in German and English with German surtitles.

What is the ticket price?

Ticket prices start at 18 euros; other price categories are available in advance.

Is the theater accessible?

The Duisburg Theater is a historic building with limited accessibility. There are ramps, a stair lift to the orchestra, and designated disabled parking spaces on Moselstraße.

Bernstein's On the Town ignites Broadway magic at the Duisburg Theater

Name: On the Town
Start: 2026-11-08T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-08T22:15:00+01:00
Location: Theater Duisburg – Großes Haus

On the Town at the Duisburg Theater: A Broadway classic full of energy, heart, and urban glamour

With On the Town, the Duisburg Theater brings a musical to the stage that feels like a vibrant love letter to the big city. Leonard Bernstein's music, the sharp lyrics of Betty Comden and Adolph Green, and the idea from Jerome Robbins come together to create a stage experience that distills lightness, longing, and a passion for dance into a single evening.

A musical between longing and street life

Three sailors, 24 hours on land in New York, a whirlwind of encounters, misunderstandings, and urban temptation: This premise has carried the piece since its Broadway premiere in 1944. Bernstein's score has always pulsed with jazzy energy, rhythmic wit, and that elegant tension that turns every scene into a small theater event. At the Duisburg Theater, this unfolds into an evening that combines musical precision with playful warmth.

Direction, choreography, and sound as a shared promise

Louisa Proske's production focuses on movement, pace, and clear theatrical images. This is complemented by the stage design of Momme Hinrichs, the costumes of Esther Bialas, and the choreography of Marie-Christin Zeisset, which transforms the evening into a lively interplay of feeling and form. Under the musical direction of Koen Schoots, Bernstein's music attains that buoyant elegance that has kept the work on stages around the world for decades.

Theater atmosphere in the Grand House

The Grand House of the Duisburg Theater provides the perfect setting for this musical panorama. The mix of historical venue, concentrated acoustics, and immediate proximity to the audience enhances the evening's impact. When the ensemble, soloists, choir, and orchestra come together, the theater atmosphere arises that makes a performance more than just an appointment on the calendar: a shared experience of rhythm, precision, and emotion.

Why this evening touches the heart

On the Town does not stop at nostalgic Broadway glamour. The musical tells of departure, freedom, and the longing to feel completely at home in a foreign city for a moment. That is where its power lies: The piece is light-footed yet deeply human, comical yet melancholic, dance-filled yet full of heart. For the audience, it becomes an evening that captivates without imposing itself and resonates long after.

Conclusion: An evening for musical lovers and the curious

Anyone who loves great theater art, dance energy, and Bernstein's unmistakable sound should not miss On the Town in Duisburg. The musical promises a clever, lively, and musically brilliant evening full of charm. Experience it live at the Duisburg Theater and rediscover the city of Broadway.