Bettina Schinko performs a compelling solo exploration of Florence Foster Jenkins, the American socialite whose legendary contralto voice was widely regarded as one of the worst ever recorded. Yet this peculiar history masks a profound story of courage: a woman who believed so completely in her dream of becoming an opera singer that she transcended the ridicule and mockery of critics and audiences alike.

This theatrical piece celebrates what Schinko calls "the courage to believe in one's dream – against all reason and judgment." It's not a comedy about bad singing, but rather a meditation on conviction, vulnerability, and the transformative power of pursuing something you love, regardless of external judgment. Foster Jenkins sang publicly for decades despite near-universal derision, and performed with orchestras across America, leaving behind a legacy that transforms from grotesque to genuinely moving when viewed through the lens of her absolute commitment.

The production brings this story to vivid life through sophisticated staging and design. Raimund Schucht's set design, combined with Anne Becker's costumes and Paolo Grazzi's lighting and sound work, create an immersive theatrical experience directed by Bettina Lohmeyer. This is theater that asks uncomfortable questions about authenticity, perseverance, and what it means to live fully in pursuit of an impossible dream.

Doors open at 19:30, performance begins at 20:00. Wheelchair accessible via ramp. Book tickets on EventFrog.

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