Kinky Boots: A musical fireworks display for respect and humanity!

Kinky Boots: A musical fireworks display for respect and humanity!

Today, on October 29, 2025, the people of Cologne will be thrilled by a very special event that is all about diversity and respect. “Kinky Boots,” the cult musical that originally premiered in Chicago in 2012, is now touring Germany and Switzerland. Based on a true story, it tells the moving tale of Charlie Price, who inherits his late father's shoe factory.

Under the motto “More respect, more humanity,” the musical not only shows Charlie’s challenges, but also his creative partnership with Lola, a drag queen. Together they develop an innovative line of boots specifically designed for drag performers. The play, which has already won several Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score for the stirring melodies by Cyndi Lauper, impresses with its humor and central message of acceptance and equality. Loud Black Forest messenger Lola is played by Tosh Wanogho-Maud, who impressively highlights the relevance of drag and gender norms.

Tour highlights

The tour has already started on October 28, 2025 at the Deutsches Theater in Munich and will be performed at several locations in Germany and Switzerland, including:

• Deutsches Theater, München: 28. Oktober – 9. November 2025
• Theater 11, Zürich: 11. – 23. November 2025
• Admiralspalast, Berlin: 17. Dezember 2025 – 17. Januar 2026
• Metronom Theater, Oberhausen: 20. Januar – 1. Februar 2026

With a lively performance and catchy melodies, it's no wonder the musical is well-loved by both critics and audiences. The messages conveyed in the performance excel at reaching and inspiring the audience.

Kink and society

But what makes “Kinky Boots” so unique? It's not just the entertaining musical, but also the deep dive into themes of identity and self-confidence. In the context of Wikipedia The term “kink” refers to non-conventional sexual practices or concepts that are often viewed as expressions of deeper intimacy. The trick is that kinks, in this case drag culture, represent a new form of self-expression and acceptance.

There is a lot of discussion surrounding the distinction between kink and fetishism, with kink seen as an opportunity to promote intimacy between partners. Topics such as respect and acceptance also play an important role - a focus that the musical skilfully takes up and brings to the stage.

For many fans of “Kinky Boots,” like Jorge González, the message of humanity is at the forefront. The importance of respect for individual differences is central not only in theater but also in everyday life.

Crisp entertainment and deeper messages - "Kinky Boots" offers an exciting mix that both impresses and entertains the audience. If you don't want to miss the chance, you should secure your tickets for the upcoming performances in good time!