--- title: PERGER Theater url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430023835/perger-theater.html" description: "In 1965, a theatre group of Catholic youth under spiritual direction succeeded in making a start in drama. The consistently light-hearted comedy productions were gratefully received by the public.Around the same time, a \"free\" group was founded. This was a loose circle that mainly focussed on literature and other cultural forms. This led to the first reading evening, dedicated to spring and summer poems. Short plays were realised: Valentin, Max Mell...Around 1970, a kind of \"unification\" took place. Under the direction of Robert Wandl and Gerhard Pilz, an attempt was made to organise several events throughout the year. These included readings, seminar visits... Guitarists were invited, who were very popular at the time in the singer-songwriter era.And - very importantly - we soon succeeded in setting the tone in the field of puppet (figure) theatre.At some point, they came up with the idea of incorporating more musical (and sometimes dance) elements. Starting with so-called \"colourful evenings\" and revue-like theatre carnival events, the idea of the \"Perg cabaret\" was born. These things also made it easier to get young people interested in theatre work.Again and again, plans emerged to create a home for the cultural forces of our town. There was always a lot of talk. Many things were considered. Thought about and discarded again. The result was the Kutur-Zeughaus - a difficult birth.But it can be said with some pride that theatre people played a major role in its planning, work and financial expenditure.Now we not only have premises for rehearsals and performances. There is the gallery in the armoury, which can be used in a variety of ways; exhibitions, chess and, since 1997, the writing workshop.Excerpt from the article \"A fulfilled (filled?) half century\" by Gerhard \"Bütz\" Pilz as part of the publication \"50 Years of Perger Theatre\"" date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # PERGER Theater PERGER Theater ================ Perg, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/222068/0A9509DEE0CDB888924A581E8D8532E94F2E092DBEE451A4692FDF9F21E9727C/2020marionettentheaterdie-zauberfloete.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/222067/992982EC1B33CF19F1421136C115CAB65CA3EFFF502F52B7293ADF2E3538FC52/2019komoedie-im-dunkeln.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/222069/B718307E8DD871E0853BD8C0E6713B11AF20F1E61D2D67F740E657688B511373/perg-kabarett2019.jpg) © Open copyright © Wolfgang Leutgeb Close copyright [ ![PERGER Theatre in Perg: A creative, imaginative presentation of a stage scene with colourful costumes, decorations and puppets. It is a colourful, fairytale-like scene that seems to convey an insight into an imaginary world. The composition appears lively and detailed.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/222068/0A9509DEE0CDB888924A581E8D8532E94F2E092DBEE451A4692FDF9F21E9727C/2020marionettentheaterdie-zauberfloete.jpg "© Wolfgang Leutgeb") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/222068/0A9509DEE0CDB888924A581E8D8532E94F2E092DBEE451A4692FDF9F21E9727C/2020marionettentheaterdie-zauberfloete.jpg) © Open copyright © Maria Kreuzer Close copyright [ ![PERGER Theatre in Perg: A stage with several people in dramatic poses and clothing. Colourful, abstract paintings hang on the walls in the background, creating an artistic atmosphere. The people on stage seem to be immersed in an intense scene that radiates tension and emotion.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/222067/992982EC1B33CF19F1421136C115CAB65CA3EFFF502F52B7293ADF2E3538FC52/2019komoedie-im-dunkeln.jpg "© Maria Kreuzer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/222067/992982EC1B33CF19F1421136C115CAB65CA3EFFF502F52B7293ADF2E3538FC52/2019komoedie-im-dunkeln.jpg) © Open copyright © M. Beyerl Close copyright [ ![PERGER Theatre in Perg: Several young people are standing on a stage. They are wearing uniform black T-shirts and smiling at the camera. A large blue text can be seen in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/222069/B718307E8DD871E0853BD8C0E6713B11AF20F1E61D2D67F740E657688B511373/perg-kabarett2019.jpg "© M. Beyerl") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/222069/B718307E8DD871E0853BD8C0E6713B11AF20F1E61D2D67F740E657688B511373/perg-kabarett2019.jpg) © Open copyright © Wolfgang Leutgeb Close copyright [ ![PERGER Theatre in Perg: A colourful theatre backdrop with a pink building on which three colourful figures can be seen. The figures wear extravagant costumes and masks and seem to interact with each other in a lively scene.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/222070/2A84BEE920490FCF06415B35C894CC90CF2F691C704B4D5B356CECE68DA63329/perger-kasperl3.jpg "© Wolfgang Leutgeb") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/222070/2A84BEE920490FCF06415B35C894CC90CF2F691C704B4D5B356CECE68DA63329/perger-kasperl3.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. Töpferweg 2 4320 Perg [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=T%C3%B6pferweg%202%2C%204320%20Perg "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=T%C3%B6pferweg%202%2C%204320%20Perg "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.2484761&lon=14.6342935&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) In 1965, a theatre group of Catholic youth under spiritual direction succeeded in making a start in drama. The consistently light-hearted comedy productions were gratefully received by the public. Around the same time, a "free" group was founded. This was a loose circle that mainly focussed on literature and other cultural forms. This led to the first reading evening, dedicated to spring and summer poems. Short plays were realised: Valentin, Max Mell... Around 1970, a kind of "unification" took place. Under the direction of Robert Wandl and Gerhard Pilz, an attempt was made to organise several events throughout the year. These included readings, seminar visits... Guitarists were invited, who were very popular at the time in the singer-songwriter era. And - very importantly - we soon succeeded in setting the tone in the field of puppet (figure) theatre. At some point, they came up with the idea of incorporating more musical (and sometimes dance) elements. Starting with so-called "colourful evenings" and revue-like theatre carnival events, the idea of the "Perg cabaret" was born. These things also made it easier to get young people interested in theatre work. Again and again, plans emerged to create a home for the cultural forces of our town. There was always a lot of talk. Many things were considered. Thought about and discarded again. The result was the Kutur-Zeughaus - a difficult birth. But it can be said with some pride that theatre people played a major role in its planning, work and financial expenditure. Now we not only have premises for rehearsals and performances. There is the gallery in the armoury, which can be used in a variety of ways; exhibitions, chess and, since 1997, the writing workshop. *Excerpt from the article "A fulfilled (filled?) half century" by Gerhard "Bütz" Pilz as part of the publication "50 Years of Perger Theatre"* [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **PERGER Theater** Töpferweg 2 4320 Perg Phone [ +43 677 62192426 ](tel:+4367762192426) E-Mail [office@perger-theater.at](#mailto) Web [perger-theater.at/](http://perger-theater.at/ "New window") http://perger-theater.at/ --- **Contact person** Mr Michael Peham 4320 Perg E-Mail [michael.peham@ooe.gv.at](#mailto) --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for couples **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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