When does the performance take place?

The performance begins on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 19:30 and is expected to end around 22:00.

Where will He Who Will Not Hear be performed?

The comedy will be performed at Effata House, Schulstraße 15, 63773 Goldbach.

How much does a ticket cost?

A ticket costs 32 euros according to available event details.

Where can I buy tickets in advance?

Advance sales begin on August 29, 2026, exclusively at the Leseinsel bookstore in Goldbach.

Are there remaining tickets at the box office?

Yes, remaining tickets are available at the box office.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, Effata House has accessible entrances and restrooms.

When Silence Becomes Impossible: Comedic Uproar at Effata House Goldbach

Name: He Who Will Not Hear... Comedy in Three Acts by Ben Johnson
Start: 2026-10-10T19:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-10T22:00:00+02:00
Location: Haus Effata

When the Desired Peace in the Lunatic Asylum Ends

On October 10, 2026, the Effata House in Goldbach will transform into a stage for turbulent misunderstandings, pointed dialogues, and humorous uproar. The comedy in three acts by Ben Johnson tells the story of an elderly, single grump whose overly sensitive hearing turns every sound into a threat.

An Inheritor Uncle, a Suspicious Nephew, and a Lot of Noise

At the center of the production is a wealthy inheritor uncle who longs for peace while fearing for his fortune. His financially struggling nephew becomes suspicious as he seems to want to eliminate the old man with deadly sounds. From this conflict, a classic comedic mechanism develops, full of mistrust, exaggeration, and surprising twists.

The Silent Bride as an Explosive Idea

The solution to the grump's problem initially sounds as self-serving as it is absurd: A young, mute wife should be found so that the old man can provide for his own heirs. However, the search for the seemingly silent bride does not bring about the expected silence. The detested nephew and his clever fiancée engage in a cunning game where appearance and reality constantly shift.

Comedic Characters in Rapid Change

Illustrious characters, ladies, priests, and barbers populate the lunatic asylum stage. The dramaturgy thrives on precise timing, physical acting skills, and the comedic contrast between the desire for order and unstoppable chaos. Every appearance escalates the misunderstanding, and every apparent escape leads deeper into the next error.

Theater Atmosphere Between Set Design and Humorous Uproar

The stage experience relies on the immediate power of live theater: Voices, sounds, gestures, and reactions converge in a shared space. From the inheritor uncle's heightened sensitivity to noise emerges an acoustic comedic world where even the longed-for peace becomes a dramatic motor. The production promises a lively theater atmosphere with quick pacing and numerous comedic situations.

An Evening for Friends of Classic Comedy of Errors

The Lunatic Asylum Theater in Goldbach begins its 2026 season with this comedy. The performance combines a sharp family constellation with the enjoyment of folk ensemble play. Those who delight in humorous uproar, quirky characters, and a plot full of deceptions will experience a theater evening that turns the stage into a comedic lunatic asylum.

Conclusion: Visitors can expect a fast-paced theater evening filled with misunderstandings, sharp comedic timing, and a quirky story about noise, inheritance, and the search for peace. Secure tickets and experience the comedy live at the Effata House in Goldbach.