Name: The Robber Hotzenplotz at the Historical Museum Bielefeld
Start: 2026-07-25T18:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-25T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Historisches Museum Bielefeld

A children's book strong robber, a cinema interactive format, and summer vacations with sparks flying

With The Robber Hotzenplotz, a real classic of children's and family culture meets the special atmosphere of the Historical Museum in Bielefeld. The cinema + museum format combines film storytelling with a museum visit and thus builds exactly where Otfried Preußler's story has captivated audiences for decades: with a sense of adventure, humor, tension, and a fine touch of robber romance.

A story that connects generations

The Robber Hotzenplotz is much more than a character from the children's book shelf. The story of the stolen coffee grinder, of Kasperl and Seppel, of the wizard Zwackelmann and the rescue of the fairy Amaryllis is one of those tales that immediately set its audience in motion. Its lasting impact is also evident in theater history: Preußler's plays have been among the most performed children's and youth theater works in the German-speaking world for years. The mixture of Kasperl play, adventure, and pointed linguistic art makes the story still relevant for the stage, film, and museum today. ([preussler.de](https://www.preussler.de/buch-buehne/theater/?utm_source=openai))

The framework: Cinema meets Museum

In Bielefeld, a cultural double event emerges from the film evening. The film is shown in cooperation with Lichtwerk and accompanies the special exhibition The Little Witch after Otfried Preußler. Those who use the cinema ticket will receive free admission to the museum before or after the screening. Thus, the stage experience of storytelling combines with the relaxed theater atmosphere of a summer family outing, where younger visitors are also directly addressed. ([arthousekinos-bielefeld.de](https://www.arthousekinos-bielefeld.de/besonderes/kino-museum/?utm_source=openai))

Production, characters, and visual power

The material thrives on clear contrasts: Here the crafty robber world, there the childlike determination of Kasperl and Seppel. The film adaptation with Nicholas Ofczarek, Hedi Kriegeskotte, August Diehl, Luna Wedler, Olli Dittrich, and Christiane Paul brings this character constellation to life with playful joy. Critics highlight the loving set design, the faithful approach to the work, and the child-friendly tone that does not condescend but takes imagination seriously. This is also where the theater experience draws its strength: from striking types, rhythmic dramaturgy, and a rhythm that wisely balances tension and humor. ([filmstarts.de](https://www.filmstarts.de/kritiken/281869/kritik.html?utm_source=openai))

A museum location with a fitting aura

The Historical Museum Bielefeld offers the ideal setting for this event. It is located in Ravensberger Park, is wheelchair accessible, and has bus connections, short-term and disabled parking at the venue, as well as additional parking options in the vicinity. The atmosphere fits the format: a house that not only preserves history but also conveys it vividly will become a place of storytelling, viewing, and shared wonder for an afternoon. ([historisches-museum-bielefeld.de](https://www.historisches-museum-bielefeld.de/2020/01/01/besucherinformation/))

Conclusion: Family cinema with cultural journalism added value

The Robber Hotzenplotz at the Historical Museum Bielefeld promises an afternoon full of adventure, nostalgia, and lively cultural mediation. Those who want to experience a children's book classic, exhibition visit, and cinema magic in a single event will find here a strong summer date with charm and recognizability. Come early, secure your ticket, and experience the robber live in a cultural context.