The Day the Pope Was Kidnapped | Open-Air Theater Neuenstadt

An unusual day in New York: The Pope is visiting, but suddenly he disappears without a trace. A turbulent comedy full of chaos, misunderstandings, and unexpected twists. The world holds its breath as police and media feverishly search for clues. But no one suspects that the Holy Father has ended up in a small apartment in Brooklyn – with an ordinary taxi driver and his family. What begins as an incredible kidnapping quickly develops into a meeting full of wit, warmth, and surprising insights. While chaos and excitement reign outside, discussions about faith, responsibility, and humanity unfold inside – in a completely unexpected way. Balancing situational comedy and reflection, the story shows that big questions are sometimes answered in the smallest moments. A comedy about what connects us – whether Pope or ordinary citizen. Further information Duration: approx. 100 min - there is no intermission Age recommendation: from 6 years Ticket sales start: March 1, 2026 A discount of €1 applies to all seats for the Sunday afternoon performance on June 14.