Elisabeth!

Elisabeth enters the stage. She is Empress of Austria, Queen of Hungary, a beauty icon, wife, mother, athlete – and dead for over 100 years. How does she herself look back on her life in the limelight of the 19th century? On her enduring legacy as an icon in dozens of films and television series. Sisi's face adorns sweets and souvenirs; she is the poster child of Austria, the darling of a nation. At the same time, she is labeled a bad mother, an eating disorder sufferer, vain, and selfish. Who is the woman behind all these images and stories?

The young director Fritzi Wartenberg stages Mareike Fallwickl's monologue ELISABETH! and takes a multifaceted and feminist look at the Habsburg superstar.

program

Elisabeth!
von Mareike Fallwickl

Place

Wiener Burgtheater – The Stage of Great Drama and Timeless Classics

The Wiener Burgtheater, often referred to as Austria’s "first stage," is one of the most prestigious and influential German-speaking theaters in Europe. Founded in 1741, it has shaped the theatrical landscape for centuries, standing for artistic excellence, literary classics, and contemporary productions.

Located on Vienna’s Ringstrasse, the Burgtheater is not only an architectural masterpiece but also a place where great playwrights such as Goethe, Schiller, Shakespeare, Arthur Schnitzler, Thomas Bernhard, and Elfriede Jelinek come to life through groundbreaking performances. With its renowned ensemble and innovative direction, the theater masterfully combines tradition with modernity, captivating thousands of theatergoers every year.

Getting There by Public Transport

Subway:

• U2 – Rathaus station (approx. 5-minute walk)

Tram:

• Lines 1, D, 71 – Rathausplatz/Burgtheater stop
• Lines 2, 46 – Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring stop

Bus:

• Line 13A – Theater in der Josefstadt stop (approx. 10-minute walk)

Thanks to its prime location on Vienna’s Ringstrasse, the Burgtheater is easily accessible by public transport.

Burgtheater Vienna – Where Theater Comes to Life at the Highest Level

With its stunning productions, world-class ensemble, and rich history, the Burgtheater Vienna is the beating heart of Austria’s cultural scene and an absolute must for those who love the magic of theater.