Maxi Schafroth: Invisible like Pumuckl - A cabaret artist with heart!

Maxi Schafroth: Invisible like Pumuckl - A cabaret artist with heart!

Maxi Schafroth, the versatile cabaret artist and spokesman for the popular goblin Pumuckl, recently spoke about his unique view of the world in an interview. In various roles, be it as a cheeky goblin in the RTL series “New Stories from Pumuckl” or in the new film “Pumuckl and the Big Misunderstanding”, he brings his humor into the living rooms of viewers. But what is behind this creative facade?

What drives Maxi Schafroth?

At the age of 40, Schafroth has already discovered many facets of cabaret. He comes from the Allgäu and brings a breath of fresh air into the scene with his performances and roles. He often regrets that he didn't have the opportunity to act like Pumuckl during his time as an office worker. “Sometimes I would have liked to make myself invisible to tease the managers a little,” he reveals in an interview. This longing for the goblin's cheeky pranks brings back memories and shows his human side North24.

Schafroth has recently found himself in a new role. He staged his first own play “Grow or Soften” in the Munich Kammerspiele. This creative turn was particularly surprising since he had previously been the Lenten preacher at the strong beer tapping on the Nockherberg - a role that was taken away from him. However, in an interview he is optimistic and is looking forward to the new challenges Süddeutsche.de.

Experiences between cultures

In the new Pumuckl film directed by Marcus H. Rosenmüller, where Schafroth once again appears as the voice of the goblin, a heartwarming story unfolds: Pumuckl travels to the countryside with the young master carpenter Florian Eder, where they experience adventures between dung heaps and chickens. This charming plot, which even leads to the Bavarian State Opera, appeals to both children and adults and guides the audience through a colorful cultural program North24.

As part of the lively cabaret scene, Schafroth has a special connection to the roots of cabaret in Germany. The German Cabaret Archive in Mainz preserves the history of this art form and offers a central location for research and events Cabaret.de. Art lovers and actors meet here to discuss the development of cabaret and laugh together.

Conclusion: Schafroth's legacy

Maxi Schafroth represents a new generation of cabaret artists who skilfully combine tradition and modernity. Whether as Pumuckl or on the stage of the Munich Kammerspiele, he not only brings cultural content to his roles, but also a good dose of joie de vivre. It will be interesting to see how his journey as a cabaret artist and storyteller continues.