When does the play take place?

The date is October 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM at the Oval Office Bochum.

Where is the venue located?

The play takes place in the Oval Office at Königsallee 15 in 44789 Bochum.

How long does the evening last?

A precise duration is not mentioned in the available data. For planning, a duration of around two hours is recommended.

What is the entrance fee?

The Oval Office operates on a pay-what-you-want principle. A fixed ticket price is not listed for this date.

Is the venue accessible?

According to the available sources, the Oval Office is currently not accessible as it is located in the basement.

Are there official information and advance sales?

Yes, the main information and advance sales are published by Schauspielhaus Bochum on its official website.

In Search of the Lost Excavator

Name: In Search of the Lost Excavator
Start: 2026-10-04T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-05T00:00:00+02:00
Location: Oval Office

A new theater experience at the Oval Office Bochum: In Search of the Lost Excavator

On October 4, 2026, a sharp-witted theater text meets a stage with special proximity to the audience at the Oval Office of the Schauspielhaus Bochum. In Search of the Lost Excavator tells of childhood, grief, loss, and the desperate attempt to restore the world with an excavator.

A piece between childlike logic and a major societal question

Leo Meier's text begins seemingly lightly and quickly develops its own momentum. The desire for a new toy turns into a public state of emergency, and a small lie becomes a spectacle involving police, politics, and television. This is where the strength of this theater evening lies: it combines humor, bitterness, and observational skills into a dense event experience.

Why this evening sticks with you

Charlotte Weidinger's direction relies on clear images, precise language, and an audience atmosphere that oscillates between laughter and reflection. Those who love contemporary theater with a social perspective will find an evening here that goes far beyond the mere plot. The themes of death, consumption, and overload feel accessible, while also being surprisingly and cleverly condensed.

Oval Office: a special place for new impulses

The Oval Office is considered a variable space at Schauspielhaus Bochum for new artistic impulses. The venue is designed for formats that seek proximity, experimentation, and direct impact. This is exactly suited to this piece: the audience experiences the performance not at a distance, but rather concentrated and immediate.

Fans' voices

There are no specific fan comments available in the verifiable web results for this date. However, the official response surrounding Schauspielhaus Bochum and the Oval Office shows that theater evenings are regularly attended with great attention.

Conclusion: An evening of theater with wit, warmth, and resonance

In Search of the Lost Excavator promises an intense evening for all who love smart contemporary theater. Between children's perspectives, social critique, and subtle comedy unfolds a piece that lingers long after. Those who want to experience theater with a stance should not miss this date live at the Oval Office Bochum.