A spectacle with music, acrobatics and acting based on Henry Miller
A touching and inspiring evening of theater, full of wonder, laughter, and reflection: "The Smile at the Foot of the Ladder" blends subtle humor with depth and gentle music into a tragicomic journey brimming with humanity.
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Ralf Bauer „Das Lächeln am Ende der Leiter“
"The Smile at the Foot of the Ladder" is a poetic fable about self-discovery, passion, and the art of approaching life with an open heart—a theatrical experience that lingers long after the credits roll. Between joy and melancholy, the play reveals how close this story resonates with us all.
Clowns are always supposed to laugh—but what happens when the smile disappears? The production looks behind the mask of the clown August and reveals the person beneath: vulnerable, searching, and honest. Poetic, lighthearted, and yet tragic, the play tells of the search for happiness, authenticity, and inner peace—beyond applause and the limelight.
Ralf Bauer embodies the clown August as a figure poised between comedy and existential depth. With great sensitivity, he brings life's quiet truths to the stage, reminding us that weakness, longing, and compassion are deeply human. Inspired by philosophical and spiritual ideas, the play opens a space for reflection, connection, and hope.
IN GERMAN
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November 2026
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