Tell openair-theatre

The magnificent drama of Schiller's “William Tell” is performed each year in the open- air theatre in the Rugen wood at Interlaken. It tells of the hardship and suffering of the Swiss people over 700 yars ago when their land was under the tyrannical ruel of Austria, and of their heroic struggle for freedom. The setting for this play is perfect. The stage is framed by authentic wooden houses built true to the style of the 13th century and towering up behind them grow the tall trees of the wood. A traditional Alpine procession troops across the stage providing a lively introduction to the play and the entire cast of over 180 players including children are all attractively dressed in historical National costumes. The fist open- air performance of “Tell” in Interlaken was given in 1912, and since then hundreds of thousands of spectators have been moved and inspired by this exceptional play. We are certain that you will find a visit to the “William Tell” open- air theatre very worth while and an experience not to be missed when in Interlaken.

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Contact Information

Tell openair-theatre
Höheweg 37
3800 Interlaken

Tel. +41338223722
info@tellspiele.ch
http://www.tellspiele.ch