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MARIA THERESIA - THE MUSICAL
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from 30,00€
unter 3 Stunden
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Seilerstätte 9, 1010 Wien
After the overwhelming success of ROCK ME AMADEUS – THE FALCO MUSICAL, the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien will present another highlight in the upcoming season: MARIA THERESIA – THE MUSICAL.
The brand-new VBW production, set to premiere in October 2025, tells the fascinating story and legacy of one of the most influential monarchs of the 18th century – a vivid portrait of power, passion, and historical change.
Epic Drama: Powerful Music and Exciting Story
The opulent musical combines monumental drama with modern sound, pulsating beats with compelling lyrics. Timeless history meets contemporary staging, creating an exhilarating stage experience full of energy and surprises. With this spectacular production, the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien makes a powerful statement and pays tribute to the legendary ruler – young, dynamic, and absolutely unmistakable.
Intrigue, Wars, Power Games: The First Female Ruler of the Habsburg Monarchy
In a male-dominated world, a young woman rises who is not willing to remain in the shadows. Maria Theresia, who has been passionately interested in political affairs since childhood and is ahead of her time in many ways, defies the patriarchal imperial house and displays impressive strength and great visions. She fights against all odds and ultimately becomes the first woman to lead the state. With unwavering courage, she guides the country through turbulent times.
Ruler, Strategist, Mother
As the mother of sixteen children, Maria Theresia combines familial care with political acumen and strategic foresight. Unyielding and brave, she confronts the challenges of her time, faces Frederick the Great of Prussia, and withstands court intrigues. While wars shake Europe, she modernizes administration and military, revolutionizes education and social policy, and remains steadfast even in times of crisis – a true pioneer with a visionary spirit.
The Moving Life of Maria Theresia as a Musical
Maria Theresia – a political icon and reformer whose influence continues to shape Europe today. Her groundbreaking achievements extend far beyond Austria and leave a legacy that has profoundly shaped history. The fascinating life of a woman who redefined the rules and changed the world – coming this fall as a gripping musical on the stage of the Ronacher!
Top-Notch International Creative Team
For the world premiere of MARIA THERESIA – THE MUSICAL, the VBW has assembled a top-notch creative team: The music is composed by the legendary composer and music producer Dieter Falk (MOSES - THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, BETHLEHEM, LUTHER, among others, multiple ECHO award winner, 50 platinum and gold records), who is also responsible for orchestration and arrangements, together with his son, renowned music producer and composer Paul Falk (who writes for Helene Fischer, DJ Ötzi, Michelle, Howard Carpendale, among others). The lyrics are by lyricist Jonathan Zelter (who writes for Michelle, Tim Peters, Roland Kaiser, Peggy March – multiple top-ten placements in the album charts, gold and platinum awards). The book is by Austrian author Thomas Kahry (SPATZ UND ENGEL (Burgtheater + international), HOUDINI, AUGUSTIN, HOLLYWOOD IN VIENNA, RAIMUND-THEATER-GALA, among others). The creative development is overseen by VBW musical director Christian Struppeck (ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK, DER BESUCH DER ALTEN DAME, I AM FROM AUSTRIA, ROCK ME AMADEUS – THE FALCO MUSICAL, among others).
The direction is by the well-known musical specialist Alex Balga (JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, MESSIAH ROCKS, RAIMUND-THEATER-GALA, MIAMI NIGHTS, WE WILL ROCK YOU, DIRTY DANCING, ROCK OF AGES, among others). The choreography is created by one of the most innovative artists in the field: Jonathan Huor (MAMMA MIA! (Mörbisch), KUDAMM ‘56, ROMEO & JULIA, RAIMUND-THEATER-GALA, THE VOICE, among others). The set design is by the award-winning West End designer Morgan Large (DISNEY’S NEWSIES (London), SUNSET BOULEVARD (Sydney), SISTER ACT (UK Tour), WICKED (Sao Paulo), among others), who also develops the video design. The costumes are created by the renowned artist Aleksandra Kica (Wiener Volksoper, Theater in der Josefstadt, Salzburger Landestheater, Seefestspiele Mörbisch, among others). The lighting design comes from London star designer Ben Cracknell (PRISCILLA, CHESS, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, JOSEPH, among others), and the sound design is by German sound designer Carsten Kümmel (LUTHER, BETHLEHEM, No Angels, World of Hans Zimmer, Eurovision Song Contest, among others).
The orchestra of the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien will perform in a large ensemble, under the musical direction of Carsten Paap.
From fall 2025, Maria Theresia's extraordinary life will be experienced for the first time as a spectacular musical at the Ronacher. The cast will be announced before the summer.
The brand-new VBW production, set to premiere in October 2025, tells the fascinating story and legacy of one of the most influential monarchs of the 18th century – a vivid portrait of power, passion, and historical change.
Epic Drama: Powerful Music and Exciting Story
The opulent musical combines monumental drama with modern sound, pulsating beats with compelling lyrics. Timeless history meets contemporary staging, creating an exhilarating stage experience full of energy and surprises. With this spectacular production, the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien makes a powerful statement and pays tribute to the legendary ruler – young, dynamic, and absolutely unmistakable.
Intrigue, Wars, Power Games: The First Female Ruler of the Habsburg Monarchy
In a male-dominated world, a young woman rises who is not willing to remain in the shadows. Maria Theresia, who has been passionately interested in political affairs since childhood and is ahead of her time in many ways, defies the patriarchal imperial house and displays impressive strength and great visions. She fights against all odds and ultimately becomes the first woman to lead the state. With unwavering courage, she guides the country through turbulent times.
Ruler, Strategist, Mother
As the mother of sixteen children, Maria Theresia combines familial care with political acumen and strategic foresight. Unyielding and brave, she confronts the challenges of her time, faces Frederick the Great of Prussia, and withstands court intrigues. While wars shake Europe, she modernizes administration and military, revolutionizes education and social policy, and remains steadfast even in times of crisis – a true pioneer with a visionary spirit.
The Moving Life of Maria Theresia as a Musical
Maria Theresia – a political icon and reformer whose influence continues to shape Europe today. Her groundbreaking achievements extend far beyond Austria and leave a legacy that has profoundly shaped history. The fascinating life of a woman who redefined the rules and changed the world – coming this fall as a gripping musical on the stage of the Ronacher!
Top-Notch International Creative Team
For the world premiere of MARIA THERESIA – THE MUSICAL, the VBW has assembled a top-notch creative team: The music is composed by the legendary composer and music producer Dieter Falk (MOSES - THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, BETHLEHEM, LUTHER, among others, multiple ECHO award winner, 50 platinum and gold records), who is also responsible for orchestration and arrangements, together with his son, renowned music producer and composer Paul Falk (who writes for Helene Fischer, DJ Ötzi, Michelle, Howard Carpendale, among others). The lyrics are by lyricist Jonathan Zelter (who writes for Michelle, Tim Peters, Roland Kaiser, Peggy March – multiple top-ten placements in the album charts, gold and platinum awards). The book is by Austrian author Thomas Kahry (SPATZ UND ENGEL (Burgtheater + international), HOUDINI, AUGUSTIN, HOLLYWOOD IN VIENNA, RAIMUND-THEATER-GALA, among others). The creative development is overseen by VBW musical director Christian Struppeck (ICH WAR NOCH NIEMALS IN NEW YORK, DER BESUCH DER ALTEN DAME, I AM FROM AUSTRIA, ROCK ME AMADEUS – THE FALCO MUSICAL, among others).
The direction is by the well-known musical specialist Alex Balga (JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, MESSIAH ROCKS, RAIMUND-THEATER-GALA, MIAMI NIGHTS, WE WILL ROCK YOU, DIRTY DANCING, ROCK OF AGES, among others). The choreography is created by one of the most innovative artists in the field: Jonathan Huor (MAMMA MIA! (Mörbisch), KUDAMM ‘56, ROMEO & JULIA, RAIMUND-THEATER-GALA, THE VOICE, among others). The set design is by the award-winning West End designer Morgan Large (DISNEY’S NEWSIES (London), SUNSET BOULEVARD (Sydney), SISTER ACT (UK Tour), WICKED (Sao Paulo), among others), who also develops the video design. The costumes are created by the renowned artist Aleksandra Kica (Wiener Volksoper, Theater in der Josefstadt, Salzburger Landestheater, Seefestspiele Mörbisch, among others). The lighting design comes from London star designer Ben Cracknell (PRISCILLA, CHESS, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, JOSEPH, among others), and the sound design is by German sound designer Carsten Kümmel (LUTHER, BETHLEHEM, No Angels, World of Hans Zimmer, Eurovision Song Contest, among others).
The orchestra of the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien will perform in a large ensemble, under the musical direction of Carsten Paap.
From fall 2025, Maria Theresia's extraordinary life will be experienced for the first time as a spectacular musical at the Ronacher. The cast will be announced before the summer.
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