Rebel Rebel in Bochum: World premiere as an intense musical theatre at the Jahrhunderthalle
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Rebel Rebel brings David Bowie's vision to Bochum as a musical theatre
With Rebel Rebel, the Ruhrtriennale 2026 opens a musical theatre event that intertwines pop history, dance, and a dystopian present. The production by Ivo Van Hove, with musical direction by Henry Hey and choreography by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, is conceived as a world premiere and runs from August 20 to September 2, 2026, at the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200))
An evening between rebellion, love, and a grand stage
The story sets in a brutalized society where violence, alienation, and isolation dominate daily life. A young couple resists this system and creates their own utopia. The piece captures David Bowie's artistic stance and translates it into an intense event experience with music, movement, and powerful imagery. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200))
The Jahrhunderthalle as an atmospheric venue
The venue is the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum at Jahrhunderthalle 1 in 44793 Bochum, a classic place for significant cultural and festival moments in the Ruhr area. The production is designed for the interior of the hall and is thus experienced clearly as an indoor event. The introduction begins 45 minutes before the performance starts in the upper foyer. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200))
Comfort, travel, and event planning
For travel, the Ruhrtriennale recommends the Bochumer Verein/Jahrhunderthalle stop with lines 302, 305, 310 as well as bus lines 345 and 355. The tickets are valid on the day of the event throughout the VRR for round-trip travel until 3 AM the following day. Those arriving by car can use the Westpark / Jahrhunderthalle parking garage; a flat rate of 5 euros per 24 hours applies, paid cashless. Additionally, two electric charging stations are available. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200))
An evening for audiences with a sense for strong images
Rebel Rebel combines operatic energy, performance, and dance into a challenging cultural evening of international caliber. The Ruhrtriennale focuses on new productions in unique industrial architectures, creating a distinctive event experience that closely connects emotion, space, and art form. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/about-the-ruhrtriennale?utm_source=openai))
Anyone seeking music theatre with attitude, impressive stage spaces, and a strong Ruhr area context will experience one of the most distinctive highlights of the festival year here. Rebel Rebel promises intensity, atmosphere, and food for thought – live at the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum. ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200))
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- Ruhrtriennale - Rebel Rebel ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/programm/rebel-rebel/200))
- Ruhrtriennale - A Festival is still a Fest ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/en/news/ruhrtriennale-2026-a-festival-is-still-a-fest/120?utm_source=openai))
- Ruhrtriennale - About the Ruhrtriennale ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/about-the-ruhrtriennale?utm_source=openai))
- Ruhrtriennale - Home ([ruhrtriennale.de](https://www.ruhrtriennale.de/de/))
