We have an update for you regarding the production of “Intimate Exchanges” that was due to premiere in April. Initially, we had hoped to simply postpone the shows until a later date in the year, but due to the uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 situation here in Basel, and especially with our stage being in a University building, we have taken the difficult decision to cancel the show altogether.

However, we have a little surprise coming soon! It allowed cast and crew to reunite (safely!) and send off the production with a song and dance while also giving you a look at what could have been!

Stay tuned for more information on this special project!

Dear audience,

Due to the current situation we unfortunately have to cancel our spring shows of "Intimate Exchanges". We however are working hard to stage the play later in the year. Stay tuned for updates and wash your hands!

To tie you over, some rehearsal impressions from our camp two weeks ago:
All our photographs are taken by Anahita Shamsavari. Thank you!

Building up to it...

As usual, Celia Teasdale could be happier

A very confident Lionel

We have big plans for the upcoming Gay Beggars production and will tell you all about it on 

• Thursday, 6th June
• Friday, 7th June
• Tuesday, 11th June.

The info evenings will be held in room 11 of the English Seminar (Nadelberg 6) and start at 7 pm.

We are looking for quite a few people to join us on- and off-stage. On the info evenings you'll get an overview of the various roles and positions and how you can get involved. Previous theatre experience is welcome but not necessary.

If you'd like to get involved, but can't make it to the info evenings, get in touch until June 11th latest and we'll send you all the information needed. 

Now come and have a look, a chat and a snack and get as excited as we are!

After a successful run of "Vinegar Tom" by Caryl Churchill, we are already working on our next project. Stay tuned for more information!

The Gay Beggars' spring 2019 play is coming up!

"Vinegar Tom" by Caryl Churchill (1976) is a play that examines the oppression of women through the lens of 17th century witchcraft trials. A play about witches with no witches in it, Vinegar Tom focuses on themes of power and gender relationships, and critiques society both past and present for the injustices wrought upon women.

Vinegar Tom plays April 26, 27, 29, 30 and May 4, 5, 7, 10, 11 in the theatre cellar of the English Seminar, Nadelberg 6.

Shows start at 8pm, except for Sunday May 5th, which starts at 6pm.

Ticket prices are 20.- regular / 15.- student, AHV, IV

Reserve your tickets here!

Last weekend we revealed our poster and flyer design on our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter - be sure to follow us there to not miss any news and backstage pictures!). Now here it is, thanks to artist Mario Grossert, the design you are sure to meet all around Basel:

To recap:
Show dates are November 23, 24, 26, 28, 30 and December 2, 4, 6, 8
20.- CHF regular tickets, 15.- CHF for students, AHV, IV

You can reserve your seats here. Don't miss your chance, tickets are going fast!

Now that the autumn fair is setting up its stalls, it is time for us to move into the cellar and put the finishing touches on our production. But while we have another week of rehearsals above ground ahead of us, you can already move now as reservations are officially open!

Reserve your tickets now to make sure you don't miss the spectacular spectacle that is The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon!

Go to gaybeggars.ch/tickets or contact us via reservations@gaybeggars.ch to make a reservation.

After a fun workshop during the summer it's now time for the nitty gritty: regular rehearsals. As our crack team of actors and actresses shows up for work every week, we're here to let you know about the show dates for our production of The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon by Don Zolidis.

Fri 23.11.18, Sat 24.11.18, Mon 26.11.18, Wed 28.11.18, Fri 30.11.18, Sun 02.12.18, Tue 04.12.18, Thu 06.12.18, Sat 08.12.18

Shows start at 8pm (except the show on Sunday which starts at 5pm) and take place in the cellar of the English Seminar at Nadelberg 6.

Mark the dates in your calendars and be ready for a spectacular retelling of the Grimm fairytales. More details and ways to reserve your tickets will follow.