Überraschung! Der Zirkus ist da! - Kindertheater Coq Au Vin

Surprise! The circus is here! 🥳🎪

🎪 Where’s Helmut?!
A circus adventure with a detective, an elephant, and lots of shenanigans!

Helmut, the circus elephant, has simply... disappeared! And just before the big show is about to begin!
Panic in the big top—a drumroll instead of an elephant’s trunk!

The clumsy detective Jonathan takes on the case—and stumbles right into the middle of the chaotic circus action. Instead of investigating in peace, he suddenly becomes the assistant to a completely over-the-top circus director, accidentally ends up as his assistant, and is hailed as a hero in the circus. But where is the missing elephant? The kids in the audience help out!
They shout, laugh, give clues, and have a pretty wacky—but often pretty good—idea ready for every problem!

A colorful play full of acrobatics, humor, and interactive moments.
For little detectives, big circus fans—and everyone who loves to laugh.

This play has been very well-received by elementary schools and daycare centers. You’ll find numerous positive reviews from teachers and daycare directors among the photos on this page.

Running time: Approx. 50 minutes 
For children ages 3 to 11

Press reviews:

Hamburger Morgenpost
“The detective and the circus director are full of mischief! With this entertaining play, the two Berlin actors sparked huge enthusiasm—and not just among the children. Their original ideas and lively humor also had many a teacher in fits of laughter.”

Stuttgarter Zeitung
“The elephant has disappeared. The opening scene of a play that leaves the audience in awe, on the edge of their seats, and laughing heartily. With a successful blend of theater, circus, and comedy, the Berlin-based Theater Coq Au Vin delighted preschoolers, elementary school students, and teachers alike. The actors performed with great enthusiasm and even showed off some fantastic stunts along the way!”