When does the performance start?

The performance starts on 2027-01-22 at 19:30:00.

Where does the play take place?

At the Amberg City Theater at Schrannenplatz 8 in 92224 Amberg.

How long does the evening last?

As a guideline, it can be expected to last about 120 minutes including intermission.

Is the admission price known?

A specific individual price was not clearly stated in the verified sources.

Are there official channels of the theater?

Yes. The Amberg City Theater is officially present on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and via the website.

Dark Humor, Polite Danger, and an Evening Full of Delicious Nervousness

Name: A Murderous Friend
Start: 2027-01-22T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2027-01-22T21:30:00+01:00
Location: Stadttheater Amberg

When a polite visit turns into a hilariously murderous catastrophe

With A Murderous Friend, the Amberg City Theater presents a criminal comedy that opens the abyss of bourgeois repression behind the harmless shine of an acquaintance. Steven Moffat's play, originally titled The Unfriend, tells the story of Peter, Debbie, and the mysteriously charming Elsa Jean Krakowski – a woman whose appearance transforms a safe home into a nervously flickering stage experience. The original premiered in London in 2023; the German version is by Danijel Elburg. ([theatertexte.de](https://www.theatertexte.de/nav/2/2/3/werk?ebex3=3&verlag_id=litag_theaterverlag&wid=15548))

Between Dinner, Distrust, and Dark Humor

The appeal of this production lies in the precise mixture of boulevard tempo and bitter present. What begins as a holiday acquaintance tips into a nightmare of suspicion, internet research, and well-intentioned politeness. This is where the dramatic sharpness lies: Moffat intertwines crime, comedy, and socially critical satire into an evening that makes the audience laugh and shudder at the same time. The press praised the play as bittersweet, wonderfully wicked, and hysterically funny; it has also been celebrated in England and considered an heir to the great comedy tradition. ([theatertexte.de](https://www.theatertexte.de/nav/2/2/3/werk?ebex3=3&verlag_id=litag_theaterverlag&wid=15548))

A Play with Tempo, Timing, and Theater Atmosphere

At the center is the art of acting: precise timing, clear reactions, a permanent crackle between fear and decency. It is precisely this friction that makes boulevard theater strong when direction and ensemble do not simply set the punchlines but allow them to grow organically from the situation. The Amberg City Theater announces the performance for January 22, 2027, at 7:30 PM as part of the boulevard subscription; the same title also appears in the schedule for 2026/27 for October 20, 2026, indicating a program shift or additional scheduling. ([stadttheater.amberg.de](https://stadttheater.amberg.de/spielplan/kategorie/theater/boulevard/liste/?eventDisplay=past&shortcode=b5e78f03&utm_source=openai))

The Amberg City Theater as a Suitable Resonance Chamber

The house at Schrannenplatz is a historical cultural site with an intimate atmosphere, where comedy comes particularly close to the audience. Relevant for visitors: Ticket sales via the Amberg Tourist Information, box office one hour before the performance starts, and information on access, parking, and cloakroom on the theater website. These conditions enhance the live experience and make the evening at the theater a concentrated cultural moment. ([stadttheater.amberg.de](https://stadttheater.amberg.de/?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion

A Murderous Friend promises an evening in Amberg between crime, comedy, and social self-exposure. Anyone who enjoys pointed wit, sharp timing, and a piece with real momentum should experience this theater evening live. ([theatertexte.de](https://www.theatertexte.de/nav/2/2/3/werk?ebex3=3&verlag_id=litag_theaterverlag&wid=15548))