When does Penthesile:a:s take place?

The performance is scheduled for July 1, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Kammerspiele Bochum.

Where is the venue located?

The venue is the Kammerspiele of the Schauspielhaus Bochum at Königsallee 15 in 44789 Bochum.

Is this a guest performance?

Yes, according to the event information, this is a guest performance of the Halle stages.

Is there information about tickets or prices?

The available sources do not specify a verifiable ticket price. Further information will follow through the official presale.

What is the best way to get there?

Access is possible via public transport at the Schauspielhaus stop. For drivers, there is parking available at Parkhaus P9 near the Schauspielhaus.

Is the event indoors?

Yes, the performance takes place in the Kammerspiele and is therefore indoors.

Penthesile:a:s ignites an evening full of language, impact, and bold transformation in Bochum

Name: Penthesile:a:s
Start: 2026-07-01T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-01T21:30:00+02:00
Location: Kammerspiele

Penthesile:a:s in the Kammerspiele: an evening between language, body, and conflict

On July 1, 2026, the Schauspielhaus Bochum presents Penthesile:a:s, a guest performance from the Halle stages, in the Kammerspiele. The direction by Sandra Hüller, together with Tom Schneider, radically reinterprets Kleist's material and shifts the focus from the ancient heroic saga to questions of freedom, desire, power, and gender order. On stage, precise language, choreography, and an intense playing style come together. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/penthesileas-1.html))

A classic, read anew

The evening takes up the famous myth of Penthesilea, the Amazon queen from ancient tradition, and opens it to a contemporary perspective. In Bochum, this becomes a concentrated theater experience that works with conflict energy while simultaneously putting thoughts of community at the center. The production combines literary material with current stage practices, thus setting a clear sign for demanding contemporary theater. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/topic/Penthesilea?utm_source=openai))

Strong names, strong presence

With Sandra Hüller, Jens Harzer, and the direction of Johan Simons, a cast and creative team known for high artistic quality and precise theater craftsmanship are in focus. The Bochum context fits here: the Schauspielhaus has been regarded for many years as an important address for contemporary theater in the German-speaking world. ([schauspielhausbochum.de](https://www.schauspielhausbochum.de/d/files/Pressemappe_Penthesilea.pdf))

Atmosphere in the Kammerspiele

The Kammerspiele on Königsallee provide the right setting for a dense, immediate evening. The venue is centrally located in Bochum-Ehrenfeld, is well connected to public transport, and has nearby parking at Parkhaus P9. There is also gastronomy on site and barrier-free service information, making the theater visit more comfortable. ([schauspielhausbochum.de](https://www.schauspielhausbochum.de/de/service/572/anfahrt?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion

Penthesile:a:s promises an intense theater evening for all those seeking strong images, clever texts, and a unique audience atmosphere. Anyone looking to experience modern drama with a literary core should mark this date and be there live at the Kammerspiele. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/penthesileas-1.html))