What age is the performance suitable for?

The performance is suitable for children aged 5 and up.

How long does the play last?

The performance lasts 45 minutes.

When does the performance take place?

The performance begins on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM and is expected to end at 10:45 AM.

Where does the event take place?

It will be performed in the Young National Theater Hall at Brückenstraße 2 in 68167 Mannheim.

How much does a ticket cost?

A regular ticket for the Young National Theater costs 14 euros. Reduced tickets cost 8 euros.

What is the play about?

The fire crew is called to many missions while little Meier always finds time for a coffee break. The story combines humor, adventure, and child-friendly themes like teamwork and helpfulness.

Fire Department Theater for Children

Name: At the Fire Department, the Coffee Gets Cold (5+)
Start: 2026-10-23T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-23T10:45:00+02:00
Location: Saal Junges Nationaltheater

Alarm at the Young National Theater: A Fiery Family Experience for Ages 5 and Up

When the phone rings, an exciting day begins at the fire station: a cow barn is on fire, a tree falls down, and something has gone wrong in the kitchen. At the Fire Department, the Coffee Gets Cold (5+) brings the adventurous picture book story by Hannes Hüttner and Gerhard Lahr to the stage of the Young National Theater Mannheim with lots of humor.

Exciting Missions and Great Children's Laughter

The fire crew has their hands full. Between alarms, flashing lights, and surprising missions, there's hardly any time for a coffee break. Only little Meier seems to always find the right moment for a snack. This charming story combines pace, situational comedy, and child-friendly theater into an entertaining learning experience.

Age-appropriate Theater with a Short Duration

The performance is aimed at children aged 5 and up and lasts 45 minutes. This makes the theater experience particularly suitable for families with younger children who want to gain their first stage experiences. The manageable duration supports an age-appropriate attention span and creates space for shared amazement, excitement, and laughter.

Discovering Important Everyday Topics with Humor

The production playfully shows how firefighters take responsibility, work as a team, and maintain perspective in exciting situations. Children experience a child-friendly learning experience around helpfulness, cooperation, and safety. The imaginative stage story invites discussions about emergencies, cautious behavior, and the value of mutual support.

An Experienced Ensemble at the Young NTM

On stage, Katharina Breier, Theo Teichmann, and Uwe Topmann perform. Directed by Ulrike Stöck, with dramaturgy by Flora Riezinger. Rebecca Fritzsche is responsible for the art and mediation sector. The Young National Theater Mannheim has specialized in theater for young audiences for many years, making the Old Fire Station a special place for first theater experiences.

Conclusion: Together Excited for the Next Alarm

Families can look forward to a humorous, dynamic, and age-appropriate play with fire department adventures, surprises, and plenty of quality time together. Those who inspire children with stories, acting, and learning fun will experience a lively morning full of curiosity and children's laughter. When the next call is ALARM!, it’s time to head to the Young National Theater Mannheim.