Overview

• Franz Xaver Kroetz crafted a new adaptation of the 1871 Bavarian dialect tale for the Munich Residenztheater.
• The June 18 premiere followed a postponement due to lead actor Günther Maria Halmer’s illness and concluded with more than ten minutes of standing ovations.
• Günther Maria Halmer’s portrayal of the 75-year-old Kaspar and Florian von Manteuffel’s Boanlkramer were praised for their humor, depth and authentic vernacular.
• Philipp Stölzl’s direction features an oversized painted farmers’ cabinet, live musical accompaniment and handcrafted stage design to blend rustic imagery with philosophical themes.
• Critics lauded the production’s blend of robust humor and thoughtful reflection, calling it a cohesive revival of the Bavarian classic.