What age is The Little Witch suitable for?

The performance is recommended for ages 6 and is designed as a child-friendly family piece.

When does the performance take place?

The performance begins on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM and ends at approximately 7:10 PM.

Where will The Little Witch be performed?

The family piece takes place at Schauspielhaus Bochum at Königsallee 15 in 44789 Bochum.

What is the story about?

The little witch wants to dance at Walpurgis Night and learns together with her raven Abraxas what it means to be a good witch.

What special offers are there after the performance?

A signing session and waffles are planned afterwards.

Who directed the piece?

The staging is by Paulina Neukampf and is based on Otfried Preußler's children's book classic adapted by John von Düffel.

The Little Witch for Children

Name: The Little Witch
Start: 2026-11-22T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-22T19:10:00+01:00
Location: Schauspielhaus Bochum

Magical Adventures with the Little Witch in Bochum

An enchanting family experience awaits children aged six and over on November 22, 2026, at the Schauspielhaus Bochum. The family play based on the children's book classic by Otfried Preußler takes the audience into a magical world full of courage, curiosity, and children's laughter.

A Witch Seeks Her Own Path

The little witch is 127 years old and therefore still too young for the big witches to dance at Walpurgis Night on the Blocksberg. Nevertheless, she does not get discouraged. Together with her wise raven Abraxas, she learns spells, tests rules, and discovers what truly makes a good witch.

Theater Full of Imagination and Movement

Director Paulina Neukampf stages the story as a family piece for Christmas time and beyond. Stage, costumes, music, and acting combine to create a sensory theater experience that offers wonder, excitement, and humorous moments for the whole family.

Age-Appropriate and Educationally Valuable

The performance is recommended for ages six and up and addresses important themes of childhood development. Children experience a story about independence, sense of responsibility, courage, and the joy of finding their own voice. The plot invites families to discuss rules, fairness, and good decisions together.

Special Conclusion with a Signing Session and Waffles

After the performance, a signing session and waffles are planned. Thus, the theater visit concludes in a cozy manner and gives families additional time together filled with conversation and sweet memories.

Conclusion: A Family Afternoon with Magic and Heart

The little witch combines imaginative stage moments with a child-friendly learning experience about courage, independence, and solidarity. Families experience a heartwarming story at Schauspielhaus Bochum that resonates long after the final applause.