Klaus Maria Brandauer reads: “I want to learn to believe” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Klaus Maria Brandauer, a member of the Burgtheater ensemble and an honorary member of the Burgtheater, reads excerpts from Dietrich Bonhoeffer\\\'s letters and writings from his imprisonment. Bonhoeffer is internationally renowned as a prominent theologian and courageous resistance fighter against National Socialism. He forged connections with resistance circles and, beyond the Confessing Church, belonged to the resistance against Hitler before being arrested in 1943 and murdered by the Nazis in the Flossenbürg concentration camp prison shortly before the end of the war, along with other members of the military resistance.

The letters and writings he produced during his imprisonment bear witness to his steadfastness, wisdom, and confidence under the most oppressive conditions. The reading will be accompanied by cellist Maria Magdalena Wiesmaier.

program

Klaus Maria Brandauer liest: „Ich möchte glauben lernen“ von Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Am Cello: Maria Magdalena Wiesmaier

 

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.