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Thunerseespiele – "DÄLLEBACH KARI"

12 July – 26 August 2023

Marvel every year at the lively musical productions set against a stunning mountain panorama

Enjoy the open-air musical in an unforgettable atmosphere with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau setting the stage. Every summer the Thunerseespiele company presents a world-class open-air musical with the majestic mountains of the Bernese Oberland in the background and a unique stage built upon the waters of Lake Thun designed to fascinate and enchant. The musical immerses the audience in the story of cult hairdresser Dällebach Kari in an emotional rollercoaster.

The Thunerseespiele 2023 at a glance

  • Date: 12 July – 26 August 2023

  • Location: Thun Lake Stage

  • Food/Drink: various options at the venue

Spectacular lake stage with panoramic view

Bühne der Thunerseespiele am Thunersee in der Abendstimmung mit Bergpanorama im Hintergrund

Every year on the shore of Lake Thun, looking over to the world-famous Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains, over 80'000 visitors enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Thunerseespiele productions. Come and admire the world’s best musicals and equally outstanding own productions. Enter into a fairytale world of fantasy, dreams and emotions and enjoy an unforgettable summer evening on the shore of Lake Thun with the whole family.

Old classics and world-famous hits on Lake Thun

Bühne der Thunerseespiele mit Berge im Hintergrund

The programme consists of classics of the world stage such as "Cats", "Evita", "West Side Story", "Mamma Mia" and "Ich war noch niemals in New York". The creative team at the Thunerseespiele has in recent years also brought award-winning in-house productions such as "Dällebach Kari" and "Gotthelf" to the stage. In the summer of 2023, the Thunerseespiele once again present the emotional story of Dällebach Kari, a true character of Bern. The director and choreographer Simon Eichenberger will oversee the musical. Having been responsible for the choreography of the same show in 2010, this year he also directs the performance.

The return of Dällebach Kari

Publikum sieht der Aufführung des Stücks Dällebach Kari an den Thunerseespielen mit dem Thunersee und der Bergwelt im Hintergrund zu

Because of his harelip and a speech impediment, Kari found it very difficult to integrate and was often teased. Constantly struggling for recognition, he turned to ingenious witticisms. In 1900 Kari opened a hairdressing salon; in the same year, he fell in love with Annemarie, a factory owner’s daughter. However, the parents of Annemarie refused to accept her relationship with the Bernese hairdresser. At a loss to cope with his anguish, Kari sank into misery and loneliness, seeking comfort in alcohol. Even when Annemarie and Kari got back together, Kari was unable to stop drinking. Then a cancer diagnosis threw the famous Bernese hairdresser completely off track. Tragically, he took his own life in 1931.

To this day, the people of Bern celebrate the humour and the anecdotes of Dällebach Kari. The musical will immerse theatregoers in the story while entertaining them with Kari’s hilarious sayings and witticisms.

Diverse culinary options at the venue

Sonnenuntergang hinter der Thunerseespiele Bühne

Treat yourself to a delicious dinner or a light snack at the venue before visiting the musical. A range of culinary options is available. Please note that a reservation is required. For spontaneous visitors, there is a self-service restaurant in the musical garden with themed food. Besides their famous gastronomic delights, the Thun musical-makers also offer a backstage tour before the performance where you can find out more about the production and take a look behind the scenes.

Four reasons why you should attend the Thunerseespiele

  • Breathtaking mountain panorama and unforgettable atmosphere

  • Rousing stories and world-famous musicals

  • Spectacular stage on the Lake of Thun

  • Fascinating stage set design

Personal tip

“For years, I have taken a trip every year to the Lake of Thun for the Seespiele musicals. The open-air atmosphere by the lake with the view of the mountains together with the wonderful music is a marvellous experience every time!”

Your accommodation by the Lake of Thun – for an inspiring stay

Spend the night after the musical by the Lake of Thun and take yourself off the next day on a discovery tour.

To the accommodations
Bühne der Thunerseespiele bei Mamma Mia
Bühne mit tanzenden Katzen an der Aufführung Cats der Thunerseespiele
Katzen beim Musical Cats auf der Bühne der Thunerseespiele in Thun
Diva mit Matrosen posiert bei der Aufführung Sugar an den Thunerseespielen
Bühne der Thunerseespiele am Thunersee in der Abendstimmung mit Bergpanorama im Hintergrund
Katzen während der Aufführung Cats auf der Bühne der Thunerseespiele
Hell leuchtende Bühne aus der Publikumsperspektive

Website of the Thunerseespiele

Thunerseespiele Package

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