If you are looking for an unforgettable cultural experience for your children in Vienna, visit the Schönbrunn Palace Marionette Theater and the play The Magic Flute for Children. This historic puppet theater looks back on a tradition of over 250 years and offers family performances that combine classical music with an exciting story and beautifully handcrafted marionettes.
The child-friendly version of Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute is prepared in such a way that even the youngest audience members can easily follow the action. The children experience the adventures of Prince Tamino, Papageno and other characters, accompanied by Mozart himself as a marionette figure. The performance is playful, entertaining and also gives children their first insight into classical music and opera. The performances take place on Friday and Saturday afternoons, ideal for families with children.
The duration is around 75 minutes, which is also suitable for the youngest audience members. The Marionette Theatre is located directly in Schönbrunn Palace, which gives the whole experience an authentic baroque atmosphere. Tickets are available via the official website of the Marionette Theatre and cost around €17 for children and €22 for adults.
The performance is suitable for children from around 3 years old and offers an excellent opportunity to introduce them to music and theater in a playful way. The Kinderzauberflöte is the perfect mix of entertainment, education and culture that will delight the whole family and make an afternoon in Vienna unforgettable.
Date: 19.12.2025
Location: Marionettentheater Schloss Schönbrunn, Hofratstrakt, 1130 Vienna
Time: 16:00
Ticket prices: from 17 – 22 €
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