A fantastic stage design, thrilling show elements and the powerful, dramatic and romantic music by Ralph Siegel promise pure musical enjoyment! Experience a captivating masterpiece with love, passion, tragedy and great music. Immerse yourself in the touching story of Count Zeppelin and experience the last flight of the Hindenburg up close. You have to see this musical!

The musical "Zeppelin" by Ralph Siegel tells the gripping story of Ferdinand Graf von Zeppelin, the pioneer of airship travel. The vision and tireless efforts of this extraordinary man are brought to life with impressive compositions and impressive stage sets.

Viewers accompany Zeppelin on his journey from the first ideas and experiments to the construction of the first successful airship. At the center of the story are the technical challenges and financial difficulties that Zeppelin and his team have to overcome.

There is a particular focus on the human aspects, including Zeppelin's relationships with his family, his supporters and his adversaries. The dramatic climaxes of the musical are enhanced by emotional musical numbers that reflect Zeppelin's passion and perseverance. The musical also depicts the tragedies, such as the crash of the Hindenburg, that mark the end of an era, yet Zeppelin's legacy as a visionary inventor remains. "Zeppelin" offers a captivating journey through the highs and lows of a man whose dreams conquered the skies, illuminating the personal and historical dimensions of his life's work.
October 16 to November 16, 2025

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