Schiller's political classic meets a new stage interpretation

With „Don Karlos (A new morning)“, a contemporary stage adaptation based on Friedrich Schiller will premiere on November 12, 2026, at the Schauspielhaus Bonn. The world premiere by Felix Krakau addresses the political conflict surrounding Don Karlos and transforms it into a modern staging.

Schiller's drama connects personal tensions, power questions, and political disputes. At its core is the conflict between individual visions and the interests of an authoritarian political system. Felix Krakau approaches this material from a contemporary perspective and questions how the themes of the classical drama can be understood in the present.

Political conflict in contemporary perspective

The play focuses on the dynamics of rule, resistance, and personal responsibility. “Don Karlos” is not only a historical story but also a narrative about societal orders, political expectations, and the desire for change. The contemporary staging makes the conflict accessible to today’s audience without losing sight of Friedrich Schiller's original work.

The performance begins at 19:30 at the Schauspielhaus Bonn. Visitors can expect a theater evening that combines classic literature with a current stage interpretation. As a world premiere, the production also offers the opportunity to experience a new interpretation of the well-known material live for the first time.

Information about the theater evening

• Event: Don Karlos (A new morning)
• Date: November 12, 2026
• Start: 19:30
• Location: Schauspielhaus Bonn
• Basis: based on Friedrich Schiller
• Direction: Felix Krakau

Further information on ticket prices, entrance, accessibility, and parking options is not included in the provided event information. Therefore, for personal planning, it is advisable to check the website of the Theater Bonn or directly inquire with the organizer.