Coq au Vin Children's and Family Theater
The show amazes audiences with modern acrobatics, magical moments, and a clear message: True friendship matters more than fame and success.
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Die große Zaubershow des Ala Labama
Die große Zaubershow des Ala Labama
Die große Zaubershow des Ala Labama
Die große Zaubershow des Ala Labama
The great magician Ala Labama is in town —with sensational tricks, dazzling effects, and plenty of confidence. – But just as the show’s climax approaches—the legendary rabbit transformation trick—everything goes haywire: Instead of pulling a rabbit out of his top hat, Ala Labama accidentally transforms his loyal assistant into a real, rather cheeky rabbit!
Chaos ensues. The magician, who had previously shamelessly exploited his assistant for his own purposes, now gets his comeuppance: The rabbit runs amok across the stage, sabotages every magic trick, and drives the great magician to despair time and again. In the end, the master magician begins to reflect—he recognizes his arrogance, his selfishness, and his provocations. He shows remorse, becomes more approachable, and offers a sincere apology. Reconciliation follows, and much to the children’s delight, they perform one final magic trick together.
- Running time: approx. 50 min
- For children ages 3 to 11
- Play in German
Press reviews:
Qiez.de
What does this circus-style children’s theater have in common with the French national dish? Perhaps that it can’t be served often enough...! Founded in 2000 by actors Thomas Endel and Sebastian Matt, Coq au Vin has since stood for guaranteed children’s theater fun that also has adults laughing heartily. “The Great Magic Show of Ala Labama” and “The Furious Kitchen Circus” are true must-sees and already modern classics. You can feel the actors’ own joy as they bring a successful and imaginative blend of theater and circus to the ring. Acrobatics and wit are just as much a part of the show as surprise effects and little tricks.
Audience reviews:
“I saw ‘Ala Labama’s Great Magic Show’ over the weekend and—just like with your other productions—I was thrilled. It always delights me to see that you bring such original ideas to life, first captivating the audience in a very humorous and unconventional way, and then suddenly surprising them. Often, I’m not even sure if you’re more actors, more satirists, or simply artists. In any case, you’re giving the circus (if one can even call your genre that) a new face, and it suits it exceptionally well. Please keep doing what you’re doing and stay this authentic! Best regards (from my whole family, who can only agree with me)”
Phillip Meyhöfer (Bachelor of Fine Arts)
Additional information
Coq Au Vin brings the circus to the theater and the theater to the circus. Imaginative, spectacular, and guaranteed to be fun, the theater presents children’s stories centered around the circus for kids ages 3 to 11. Children certainly won’t stay in their seats during Coq Au Vin’s performances; they’ll eagerly join in the exciting action. Told in a way that appeals to all ages and presented with a touch of humor, the plays also turn into an enjoyable theatrical experience for parents.
Accessibility
The event is accessible.
