Paderborner Weihnachtscircus: Der Zauberer von OZ
Visitors experience a winter show combining world-class circus arts, musical theater, live singing, and energetic dance choreography based on The Wizard of Oz. The performance features international acrobats, wire walkers, speed jugglers, and electric motorcycles in the Globe of Death. Classic storybook characters such as Dorothy, Glinda, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man are brought to the ring by a full musical ensemble.
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When
Tickets
Seats with restricted views: €22–€27 (reduced €20); Tribune Block C: €32–€37 (reduced €30); Tribune Blocks A/B: €42–€47 (reduced €35); Premium Tribune: €45–€50 (reduced €40); Loge: €48–€53 (reduced €40); Premium Loge: €50–€55 (reduced €40).
Ages
All ages (Children under 3 free if on lap)
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Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets well ahead, because last season sold out completely before the premiere and there may be no official box office this year.
- Allow about two hours and forty-five minutes for the show, which includes a twenty-five-minute break.
- Staying overnight? Use the code PBCIRCUS at the neighboring Welcome Hotel Paderborn for 15% off your room.
- If you are hoping for last-minute seats, head to the small box office in the tent foyer, where any leftover tickets are sold.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026/27: the «Der Zauberer von OZ» theme, with Lars Wasserthal as the Wizard.
- 61 shows in 31 days this season, four more than last time.
- A larger tent this season gives everyone more room.
- 15% off rooms at the neighboring Welcome Hotel Paderborn with the code PBCIRCUS.
- Reduced-price tickets are available in every seating category.
Links & Contact
Run by Wasserthal Entertainment GbR
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
About 2 hours and 45 minutes, including a 25-minute break.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
There may be no official box office, because last season sold out before the premiere. Any leftover tickets are sold at the small box office in the tent foyer.
What's new this season?
This season's theme is «Der Zauberer von OZ». There are 61 shows in 31 days, four more than before, and a larger tent gives everyone more room.
Which acts are in the show?
The acts include the Kolev Sisters, winners of the Golden Clown in Monte Carlo, on hand-to-hand. Duo On Exhale perform on aerial straps, and the Universal Drivers ride electric motorcycles in a Globe of Death. Steven Ferreri walks the wire, Christopher Togni does handstands and Thomas Janke speed-juggles. Katrina Asfardi performs on the aerial globe, and the comedy duo La Bélle Ecole is back.
Is there a hotel nearby?
Yes. The neighboring Welcome Hotel Paderborn gives a 15% discount on rooms with the code PBCIRCUS.
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