Murderers among themselves: Exciting musical thriller comes to Rinteln!

Murderers among themselves: Exciting musical thriller comes to Rinteln!

February promises a real highlight for the theater landscape in Rinteln. The eagerly awaited musical “Murderers Among Theirselves” is coming to the new auditorium of the Ernestinum. Written, composed and directed by Maricel Wölk, a well-known figure from the musical scene, this piece has already become known as a clever musical thriller. Wölk not only took care of the creative creation, but will also play and sing all six personalities of the protagonist Bianca herself.

But what is behind this fascinating story? In an old mansion, Bianca, who suffers from multiple personality disorder, holds her inner “roommates” accountable: In addition to a rebellious teenager, there is a rigid colonel, a hypochondriac, a femme fatale and a daring daredevil. While five murders occur in the plot, Bianca remains convinced that she is innocent. “It wasn’t me,” is her firm belief as she tries to find the murderer from within her own complex personalities. Viewers can look forward to an exciting, often humorous production that fights against clichés - both in dealing with mental disorders and in the dramaturgy itself. "Murderers Among Themselves" not only offers thrills, but also a clever examination of the topic without laughing about it.

Premiere and advance sales

The premiere took place on January 11, 2025 in the Wunstorf City Theater, where the piece was enthusiastically received by the press and audience. Maricel Wölk was awarded second place for best leading actress at the German-language Musical Awards. Now, just a few months after the premiere, the people of Rinteln have the opportunity to enjoy this extraordinary experience. The performance will take place on February 20, 2026, and advance sales have already begun. Tickets are available on the Kulturring Rinteln homepage.

Technology and staging

What is particularly notable about “Murderers Among Theirselves” is the use of sophisticated technology. The production combines live acting with video scenes, shadow play and impressive lighting technology. In this way, the different personalities are presented in a visually expressive manner, which offers the viewer an additional dimension of experience. Wölk worked on the development of this unique piece for over eight years in order to guarantee both excitement and musical diversity.

The musical combines psychological elements with crime and thriller aspects. Wölk's lyrics are another plus point, with tracks like "A Corpse for Dessert", "The Best Therapist" and the title "Murderers Among Themselves". The music is played from tape, which some critics didn't quite like, but the majority of viewers loved the performance. “Murderers Among Themselves” joins the ranks of musicals that courageously deal with mental illnesses and are entertaining at the same time.

A real treat for theater lovers that shouldn't be missed. The complex portrayal of Bianca's inner struggles in particular has what it takes to touch the hearts of viewers. But humor isn't neglected either, and that only increases our anticipation for the premiere in Rinteln.

Further information can be found in the articles from szlz.de and stage-vibe.de. Be quick, tickets could be sold out soon!