When does the premiere take place?

The premiere is on October 17, 2026, at 7:30 PM at Asamtheater Freising.

Where is the play performed?

It will be played at Asamtheater Freising at Marienplatz 7 in 85354 Freising.

Who directs Three Men in the Snow in Freising?

The Freising production by Laienbühne Freising e.V. is directed by Arnold Aschbauer.

Is there information about the admission price?

A specific ticket price was not clearly mentioned in the verified sources. Sales are handled through the City of Freising's ticket portal or Reservix.

Is the Asamtheater accessible?

Yes, the Asamsaal and the foyer are barrier-free accessible. An elevator connects the ground floor, foyer, and auditorium.

Is there information about the duration of the performance?

A reliable running time was not specified in the checked sources. Information can be obtained from the organizer before the visit.

Kästner's Winter Comedy at Asamtheater: Freising Experiences Charm, Wit, and Fine Social Critique

Name: Three Men in the Snow (by Erich Kästner)
Start: 2026-10-17T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-17T23:30:00+02:00
Location: Asamtheater Freising

A winter classic full of wit, confusion, and fine humanity

With Erich Kästner's Three Men in the Snow, a piece returns to the stage that still delights audiences today with its charming lightness and clever social observation. At the Asamtheater Freising, the amateur stage Freising e.V. presents a comedy on October 17, 2026, which, behind all the cheerfulness, focuses on class differences, self-images, and the longing for genuine encounters.

When a winter holiday becomes world literature

The source material comes from Erich Kästner, whose sharp sense of irony and humanity has kept the novel alive for decades. The stage adaptation by Charles Lewinsky condenses the material into a pointed farce, in which a millionaire appears incognito as a simple man and meets people at the Grand Hotel Bruckbeuren who perceive him differently than he expects. This is where the play draws its charm: from tempo, situational comedy, and that subtle melancholy that makes Kästner's humor so unmistakable.

Direction with an eye for milieu and masquerade

Arnold Aschbauer sets the story in his second Freising production in the fashionable world of ski tourism of the 1930s. This theater atmosphere promises elegant surfaces, clear character portrayals, and an evening where, behind the facade of the upscale holiday world, new abysses and surprises continually open up. Especially in a baroque space like the Asamtheater, this mix of comedy and precise dramaturgy gains additional presence.

The Asamtheater as a stage with a special aura

The historic Asamsaal is one of the most impressive venues in the region. Baroque furnishings, restored ceiling, concentrated acoustics, and the closeness between stage and audience create an intense stage experience. The audience's reaction is likely to be immediate: laughter, small pauses for reflection, and those moments when Kästner's socially critical tone flashes beneath the comedy.

An evening for all who love intelligent entertainment

Those who appreciate theater with esprit, finely dosed satire, and warm-hearted character portrayals will find the perfect play here. Three Men in the Snow promises an evening filled with snowfall, life lies, and true friendship – lightly told, solidly staged, and with the timeless charm of a classic that never grows old. Experience it live in Freising and allow yourself to be carried away by this comedy.