Premiere of Bernhard's The Theater Maker” thrilled in Vienna!

Premiere of Bernhard's The Theater Maker” thrilled in Vienna!

On October 28, 2025, Vienna will be all about theater and music. The premiere of Thomas Bernhard's renowned play “The Theater Maker” was celebrated in the traditional theater in der Josefstadt. The work was staged by the former Burgtheater director Matthias Hartmann, who is known for his creative approaches and gripping directing concepts. Bernhard's play is considered scandalous and shows the depths and heights of theater life, making it an ideal work for Hartmann's direction. Hartmann has had a remarkable career, ranging from his time as assistant director to director at the Burgtheater, where he caused a stir with various productions. His leadership is particularly characterized by his design of classics and his openness to experimental pieces. Loud ORF Hartmann also played an important role in his role at ServusTV and the Red Bull Media House, among other things, before he took over the reins in the production of “Der Theatermacher” in 2025.

Another exciting program item of the day was Johann-Philipp Spiegelfeld's visit to Artstetten Castle, where he shared his experiences at the editing room for the episode in the program “Reign Times”. This shows once again how lively the Austrian cultural scene is and how many talents work behind the scenes.

Honors for Johann Strauss

At the same time, celebrations to mark the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss (son) took place in Vienna City Hall. The city honored the various facets of the composer's work, whose melodies remain inextricably linked to the history of Vienna. With his immortal works, Strauss has had a lasting impact on the cityscape and cultural enjoyment.

A look at Vienna's diverse theater landscape shows that the Johann Strauss Theater, opened in 1908, is part of the history of the Viennese operetta theater. After an eventful history marked by financial difficulties and renovations, the theater has made a name for itself with an impressive capacity of 1,192 people. It was the first Viennese operetta theater and is still an integral part of the city's cultural offerings today. The last major redesign was carried out in 1978, when the old theater was demolished and a new building was built.

outlook

Through the combination of theater and music, as can be seen in the current events as well as in the history of the Johann Strauss Theater and the work of Matthias Hartmann, Vienna remains a center of creativity and cultural exchange. The city appears well prepared for the coming cultural challenges and will continue to serve as a venue for innovative and moving productions.