Premiere of Buccaneers of the Seas: Spectacular Störtebeker Festival starts!

Premiere of Buccaneers of the Seas: Spectacular Störtebeker Festival starts!

In Ralswiek on the island of Rügen the time has finally come: the premiere of the eagerly awaited play “Buyers of the Seas” took place on June 28, 2025. This spectacle is part of the 31st season of the famous Störtebeker Festival, which will run until September 13th this year. n-tv reports on the fascination of the piece, which brings to life the career of Klaus Störtebeker and his adventure as a pirate.

The event attracts numerous visitors every year and offers an impressive backdrop with 8,800 seats on one of the largest open-air stages in Europe. Ticket sales are already going well and tickets for the performances are still available. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., while performances begin at 8:00 p.m. Free parking spaces nearby make the visit even more attractive.

A spectacle full of action and emotions

With over 150 participants, 30 horses and 4 ships, “Privateers of the Seas” becomes a true experience. Together with a team of 14 professional actors as well as numerous small actors, riders and stunt performers, the production promises to captivate the audience with spectacular stunts and impressive special effects. stoertebeker.de highlights that fireworks will also be seen every evening over the Great Jasmunder Bodden, which is another highlight of the event.

The dress rehearsal on June 27, 2025 has already shown that the actors and the entire team have a good knack for entertaining. Various characters play a central role in this adventure: Volker Wackermann impresses as the blind farmhand Gottfried and boatman Gunnar, while Janis Günther shows new facets of his acting skills as Wulf and Mayor Schabell. Particularly worth mentioning is the performance of Lisa Ahorn, who shines on stage as landlady Walli and inspires the audience with her talent.

An experience for all senses

Wolfgang Lippert, the well-known ballad singer, will provide the music for the performances and will, among other things, present new songs along with Störtebeker classics. The fascinating production is also supported by a visit to the falconry, which presented the program “Kings of the Skies” and will not only captivate the audience, but also animal lovers.

If you are still looking for the perfect gift, you can purchase a voucher for the Störtebeker Festival. It is valid for three years and can be redeemed in the ticket system - a great way to give others a piece of adventure. More information about this can be found in a special offer shop.stoertebeker.de.

The Störtebeker Festival also promises an unforgettable experience this season that will take viewers to another time and bring stories to life. Whether as a purring pirate or firmly anchored in the audience, Ralswiek will make every storyteller's heart beat until September 13th.