Salzburg Marionette Theater: The Sound of Music | La Vacanza Travel

Salzburg Marionette Theater: The Sound of Music

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Destination: Austria, Austrian Alps, Salzburg
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  • 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Salzburg
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

The Salzburg Marionette Theater has charmed countless children and adults for a century, and has become famous throughout the world. Since 2016 it is has been included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The performance technique of the Salzburg Marionette Theater has been declared a cultural asset worthy of preservation, as the "most highly developed form of puppet and figure theatre." In this unique baroque auditorium, they present operas, including Mozart's Magic Flute, as well as, the Salzburg classic The Sound of Music, Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker ballet, and Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream or Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince. Children for sure will like Peter and the Wolf or Rumpelstiltskin. This is for one admission ticket to see the show of choice, that is available. Transportation and other accommodations not included.

Visit: Salzburg Marionette Theater, Schwarzstrasse 24 Mozarteum Complex, Salzburg 5020 Austria

In this unique, baroque, audience hall with 350 seats, there have been operas, musicals, plays, and fairy tales performed here such as the one showcased here: The Sound of Music - "A delightful surprise from start to finish" - The New York Times. Performed in English, and subtitled in various languages. The duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

The Salzburg Marionette Theatre employs 12 puppeteers trained in a wide variety of trades and professions. Qualities common to all of them are musicality, manual skill, and the ability to empathize with the various characters in order to bring the marionettes alive on stage. The Salzburg Marionette Theatre has evolved its own technique, which is used as a model by many marionette theaters worldwide. The puppeteers’ training, which takes place exclusively in the theater itself, demands just as much time and perseverance as learning to play a musical instrument.

Shows are subject to seasonality and won't all be available at one time. Be sure to check back to see what new shows will be playing next.

Inclusions
  • Ticket
  • Entry/Admission - Salzburg Marionette Theater

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant seats are available on request, dress code is smart casual
  • Stroller accessible
  • No short trousers in the evening
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

1 hour 45 minutes


User's Reviews

IlanaMeredith3

18 Aug, 2023

They somehow retained the integrity of this musical, eventhough it is pared down from the original. The serious material was still all there, mixed in with all the joyful moments most keep in their hearts when thinking of SoM. First and foremost though, the artistry blew my mind, and the curtain call literally took my breath away. I was also fascinated how they staged certain songs that just require someone to "act". They managed to pull it off finding ingenious moments, without it becoming suddenly a parody of the original piece. Incredible! ...coming from a New Yorker who sees Broadway shows all of the time.

gregkamm

24 Jul, 2023

An enjoyable rendition of the Sound of Music. The puppeteers skill is amazing. If you are a devoted fan of SOM, don't miss this marionette show!

Bouldertraveler2014

23 Jul, 2023

Take time to look at the exhibit in the entry and hallways. The history of this marionette theater is fascinating.

TravelChic4469

18 Jul, 2023

What an absolutely delightful, one-of-a-kind experience. The mixture of actual people in perspective with the marionettes of different sizes and depths on the stage created such an interesting show. I especially loved seeing the people at the top of the stage, and how they worked together to make it happen.

Michele_M

17 Jul, 2023

I am a Sound of Music fanatic. This show does not disappoint. Very well done, with enough of its own spin to really surprise a person. Highly recommend!

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A fun experience for three family generations

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Delightful experience

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A fresh take on a classic

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Excellent puppet musical - staff not so friendly

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