Major Event, Grimm Festival, attracts 90,000 audience members - Festivals organized by Grimm surpass 90,000 attendees mark
The Brothers Grimm Festival in Hanau, Germany, has made history by surpassing the 90,000 visitor mark for the first time in its history during the recently concluded season. With a grand total of 92,413 attendees, the event generated approximately 1.33 million euros in ticket sales, according to festival organisers.
The festival's success is set to continue in 2026, with an extended season and a host of exciting new productions. Among the highlights is the musical "Table, Set Yourself!", a collaboration between Wolfgang Adenberg and Marian Lux, which will make its premiere on May 8, 2026. Although the precise plot of this musical is currently unavailable, it is known that the authors have previously created successful productions for the festival, including "Sleeping Beauty" in 2018.
Other notable additions to the 2026 lineup include "Snow White" as a family musical, "The Emperor's New Clothes", and "The Bremen Town Musicians", which attracted nearly 30,000 visitors during the 2021 festival. The theatre classic series will also feature the drama "Amadeus" in the 2026 Brothers Grimm Festival.
In addition to these productions, the festival will offer a variety of family-friendly shows, such as "Rapunzel" and "Hansel and Gretel", which saw high attendance in previous years. The comedy "Bunbury. To be serious is everything" by Oscar Wilde is also set to make an appearance, with around 8,000 people expected to attend.
The city of Hanau is also contributing to the festival's success, providing a subsidy of 650,000 euros. Despite the significant expenses of 3.08 million euros, organisers are expecting additional audience potential and around 60,000 euros in additional revenues due to the extended season. Total revenues for the 2026 season are expected to be around 2.06 million euros.
For the most accurate and up-to-date details about the plot of "Table, Set Yourself!" and other productions at the 2026 Brothers Grimm Festival in Hanau, visitors are encouraged to check the official festival website or contact organisers directly closer to the event date. With its continued success and exciting lineup, the Brothers Grimm Festival in Hanau promises to be an unmissable event for theatre lovers in 2026.
- The 2026 Brothers Grimm Festival in Hanau will offer a mix of textile material-based productions, such as "Table, Set Yourself!", a collaboration between Wolfgang Adenberg and Marian Lux, alongside family-friendly shows like "Rapunzel" and "Hansel and Gretel".
- Furthermore, the festival's lifestyle offerings will extend to fashion-and-beauty and food-and-drink options, as well as home-and-garden exhibits, creating an immersive experience for attendees.
- Moreover, for travelers seeking adventure beyond the theatre, the city of Hanau provides various opportunities for exploration, making the Brothers Grimm Festival in 2026 an appealing destination for vacation and cultural enthusiasts alike.
