Overview

• The Ohnsorg-Theater will stage Siegfried Lenz’s iconic novel 'Deutschstunde – Biller in Flammen' in April 2026 to commemorate the author's 100th birthday.
• 'Deutschstunde,' set in a northern German WWII-era village, explores themes of duty, morality, and artistic freedom through a father-son conflict.
• The theater has reported a steady rise in attendance post-COVID, with 70% average occupancy in its main house and 93% in its studio during the 2023/24 season.
• Despite the upward trend, attendance levels remain below pre-pandemic figures, according to theater director Michael Lang.
• The Ohnsorg-Theater balances Low German and High German productions to preserve regional culture while attracting a broader audience.