The classic from the West End is finally back! Grace on four paws - CATS invites you to the ball: The unmatched original production will embark on a major six-month tour through Germany, Austria, and Switzerland starting in April. It begins with glowing eyes; there's a purring here and a soft hissing there. In the silvery light of the full moon on a starry night, a London junkyard transforms into the ballroom of the Jellicle Cats - lovingly referred to as 'dear little cats' in England. With breathtaking acrobatic choreography, magic tricks, and swaying hips, the character cats compete for the favor of their wise leader, Old Deuteronomy. He will choose the one cat that will experience the miracle of rebirth. One by one, the furry friends introduce themselves. When the ousted aging diva Grizabella dares to step forward and sings of happier days, there is a hush: With 'Memory,' she gives the audience one of the greatest moments in musical history.

From April 9 to September 21, 2025, the most famous cats in the world will once again conquer the stages of selected venues in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, proving once again that this masterpiece can enchant its audience more than ever after over four decades!

A unique success story: Since its premiere in 1981, CATS has revolutionized the musical world. Around the globe, the Jellicle cats have gracefully broken all records and captivated over 73 million viewers in more than 30 countries. And there is no end in sight! Even over forty years after its premiere in London's West End, the character cats - from the cunning Macavity to the magical Mistoffelees, the pure white Victoria, and the irresistible Rum Tum Tugger - have lost none of their cross-generational fascination. They still captivate an audience that is as diverse as the cat gang itself.

Timeless melodies and unique choreography in a fresh production: Starting in April 2025, the classic will be back in its original English version - in an authentic yet refreshed production from the London West End, which was nominated for the Laurence Olivier Award for 'Best Musical Revival' in 2015. In the summer of 2022, CATS conquered the hearts of audiences at the renowned Semperoper in Dresden. The Saxon Newspaper reviewed the premiere of the celebrated and sold-out three-week tour: 'A feast for the eye, ear, and heart! With more pep and sensuality than previous versions, even more atmospheric yet still close to the original.' This original was based on T.S. Eliot's collection of poems, 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats.' Dramaturg and director Trevor Nunn developed a concept that honors Eliot's linguistic genius while functioning on stage. Correspondingly, Andrew Lloyd Webber composed his musical masterpiece - a genre mix with unique melodies that have long since become classics. Gillian Lynne's groundbreaking choreography and the characteristic costumes by John Napier, who also created the impressive stage design, make this total work of art perfect: a playful union of feline movements and human traits.

CATS has already won seven Tony Awards and three Drama Desk Awards. 'Still the ultimate,' cheers The Times. 'Immortal melodies, a spectacular stage design, and an excellent cast,' agrees the Daily Mirror. And the FAZ is convinced: 'As timeless as, for example, West Side Story. During the minutes-long applause at the Alte Oper, many in the audience wish they could lead a life like the sworn cat arsenal: friendly, peaceful, fearless, and free.'