Rebel Rebel ignites Bochum: World premiere at the Jahrhunderthalle
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David Bowie's sound world meets the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum
With Rebel Rebel, the Ruhrtriennale 2026 opens a music theater that translates David Bowie's work into a dark present. The production by Ivo Van Hove combines acting, dance, and music into an intense concert experience in the industrial space of the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum. According to festival information, the piece represents a world premiere, lasts about two hours, and will be presented in English with German and English surtitles. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200?utm_source=openai))
An evening between rebellion and passion
The story leads into a brutal society where violence defines everyday life and closeness is forbidden. A young couple stands against this, and from this arises the emotional power of the evening: love as resistance, music as a counterforce, stage as a safe space. Henry Hey is responsible for the musical direction, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui for choreography, and Jan Versweyveld for the set design. The Ruhrtriennale describes the production as a commentary on an increasingly dystopian present. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200?utm_source=openai))
Industrial culture as a grand stage
The Jahrhunderthalle Bochum is one of the most impressive venues of the Ruhrtriennale. The festival has been focusing on extraordinary industrial backdrops for years, where music theater, dance, and performance unfold their special impact. It is precisely this space that brings the evening to life: large hall acoustics, monumental architecture, and an atmosphere where every gesture and every sound resonates. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/about-the-ruhrtriennale?utm_source=openai))
Arrival, admission, and practical information
The performance takes place at the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum, An der Jahrhunderthalle 1, 44793 Bochum. According to the Ruhrtriennale, there will be an introduction 45 minutes before the start in the upper foyer. The tickets are valid on the day of the event for round trips throughout the VRR; the location can be reached among others with lines 302, 305, 310 as well as bus lines 345 and 355 to Bochumer Verein/Jahrhunderthalle. The Westpark/Jahrhunderthalle parking garage is open continuously and operates with barrier-free license plate recognition; the regular rate is 5 euros per 24 hours. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200?utm_source=openai))
Conclusion: A must-see for Bowie fans and lovers of grand music theater
Rebel Rebel promises a powerful live experience between theater, concert, and dance, driven by Bowie's sound cosmos and the expressive touch of an international top ensemble. Those who love music theater with atmospheric depth and strong imagery will experience an evening that lingers long after. Mark the date now and experience the Ruhrtriennale 2026 live in Bochum. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200?utm_source=openai))
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