The world feels profoundly altered, with deserted streets and familiar haunts now strangely empty. Christoph Sonntag is responding to these dark times with a colorful, wild, and funny Corona special, offering a vibrant counterpoint to the prevailing mood.
A New Meaning to “Before and Today”
Sonntag’s performance blends humor and current events, featuring satirical takes on life during the pandemic.
Sonntag is presenting a daily show that redefines the meaning of “before” and “today.” Winfried Kretschmann and Günther Oettinger appear as hand puppets – and, notably, without face masks – to discuss the complexities of travel during the pandemic. The performance culminates in a rousing rock parody, “Swabians all over the world,” delivering what Sonntag calls “Swabian premium entertainment.”
Adapting to a New Stage
“Corona forces me to do something special: you in the car, in stationary traffic, like our transport minister always wanted, and me on stage – like we’re actually used to,” Sonntag explained. He hopes to hear laughter through car windows and even welcomes a little windshield fog as a sign of audience engagement with his program.
- Christoph Sonntag is creating a unique performance responding to the pandemic.
- The show features satirical puppet appearances by Winfried Kretschmann and Günther Oettinger.
- The performance includes a rock parody titled “Swabians all over the world.”
- Sonntag is adapting to a new performance format with audiences in their cars.
The current situation has undeniably changed the landscape of entertainment, but Sonntag’s approach demonstrates a commitment to bringing joy and laughter to audiences, even amidst challenging circumstances.
