Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, March 2026
Susa Meyer as Anna Moll / Charlotte Garrigue Masaryková / Clara Zemlinsky (the Elder), Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky (the Elder) / Adolf Zemlinsky (the Elder), Martina Ebm as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky (the Elder), Kimberly Rydell as Mathilde Zemlinsky (née Schönberg), Martin Vischer as Alexander Zemlinsky (the Younger) / Adolf Zemlinsky (the Younger), Melanie Hackl as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky (the Younger) / Clara Zemlinsky (the Younger), Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg, Julian Valerio Rehrl as Richard Gerstl / Johannes Hollnsteiner / Meter Reader / Policeman, Robert Joseph Bartl as Franz Werfel / US Alma, Ida Guttmann-Zemlinsky / Hansi Zemlinsky, Ulli Maier as Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel on Monday, March 16, 2026, during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna. The premiere takes place on March 19, 2026.
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Photo Rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 An actor in a brown jacket and fedora stands behind a seated actress in a red dress during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The ensemble cast includes Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier. The production's premiere is scheduled for March 19, 2026, at this historic Viennese theater. 
Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg in "Zemlinsky" Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Markus Kofler, performing as Arnold Schönberg, stands on stage during a photo rehearsal of the production "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Kofler wears a dark suit and hat while positioned near a cello, with ensemble members and orchestra visible in the background. The Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788, is one of Austria's oldest theaters; the production premiered on March 19, 2026. Susa Meyer Examines Musical Score at Zemlinsky Theater Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Susa Meyer examines a musical score during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, performing multiple roles including Anna Moll, Charlotte Garrigue Masaryková, and Clara Zemlinsky (the Elder). The production, featuring Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, and Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg, premiered on March 19, 2026. 
Susa Meyer and Günter Franzmeier in "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, 2026 Susa Meyer as Anna Moll stands stage left in a burgundy coat while Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky reclines on a red sectional sofa during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The production, directed by a cast including Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg and Melanie Hackl as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky, premiered on March 19, 2026. Theater in der Josefstadt, Austria's oldest continuously operating theater founded in 1788, remains Vienna's principal venue for dramatic productions. 
Actor Günter Franzmeier as Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna Actor Günter Franzmeier performs as Alexander Zemlinsky (the Elder) or Adolf Zemlinsky (the Elder) at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna, March 2026, reading intently from an open book while seated in formal brown jacket and glasses against a dark background. A decorative green vessel sits to his left as Franzmeier leans forward over the text in character. The performance documents a biographical theatrical portrayal of the Zemlinsky figure. 
Actor Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky with Green Book, Theater in der Josefstadt Actor Günter Franzmeier portrays Alexander Zemlinsky during a theatrical performance at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna, March 2026. Franzmeier sits on dark steps wearing a dark jacket and glasses, holding a green book while gesturing expressively with one hand. The photograph was taken by photographer Michael Seirer and documents a character portrayal moment from this Vienna theater production. 
Actor adjusts formal jacket during Zemlinsky photo rehearsal, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna An elderly actor in formal black suit and striped tie adjusts his jacket during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The ensemble cast included Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier. The production premiered on March 19, 2026. 
Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Ulli Maier Rehearse for Zemlinsky Premiere, Vienna 2026 Cast members Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Ulli Maier participate in a photo call rehearsal for the premiere of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The three performers are positioned on the theater's dark stage near a grand piano, with Franzmeier seated and Meyer and Maier standing. Theater in der Josefstadt, Austria's oldest continuously operating theater founded in 1788, hosted the official premiere of this production on March 19, 2026. 
Cast Ensemble of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Five cast members of the production "Zemlinsky" stand together on stage during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the premiere on March 19, 2026. Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, and Martin Vischer are positioned on a darkened stage with a grand piano visible in the background. The production features a multi-generational narrative centered on the Zemlinsky family and their connections to figures including Arnold Schönberg and Alma Mahler. 
Zemlinsky Ensemble Cast Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna March 2026 The ensemble cast of "Zemlinsky" performs during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, featuring Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier in black formal attire. One performer stands on an elevated platform while another lies on the lower stage level, demonstrating the spatial staging for the production. The premiere of "Zemlinsky" was scheduled for March 19, 2026, at this historic Vienna theater. 
Robert Joseph Bartl as Franz Werfel in Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Robert Joseph Bartl, performing as Franz Werfel, participates in a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Bartl sits smiling among musical instruments including a cello and bass drum, wearing glasses and formal dark clothing. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, at Vienna's Theater in der Josefstadt, featuring cast members including Alma, Ida Guttmann-Zemlinsky, and Hansi Zemlinsky. 
Actor in Brown Jacket at Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna An actor performs at a photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, wearing a brown jacket, light blue shirt, and fedora hat while standing at a microphone with stage lighting visible in the background. The production, which premiered on March 19, 2026, featured a cast including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Markus Kofler, and Julian Valerio Rehrl. Theater in der Josefstadt is one of Vienna's oldest and most significant theaters, located in the eighth district of Austria's capital. 
Susa Meyer Performs in "Zemlinsky" Photo Rehearsal, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna Susa Meyer performs during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, portraying Anna Moll, Charlotte Garrigue Masaryková, and Clara Zemlinsky (die Ältere). Meyer stands at the microphone wearing a white cardigan over a black dress, singing with expressive intensity against a dark background. The production, directed with a cast including Günter Franzmeier, Markus Kofler, and Melanie Hackl, premiered on March 19, 2026. 
Susa Meyer Performing at Piano During Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Susa Meyer performs at a grand piano during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, portraying multiple characters including Anna Moll, Charlotte Garrigue Masaryková, and Clara Zemlinsky (the Elder). The production features an ensemble cast including Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, and others, with the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. 
Cast Members Perform in "Zemlinsky" Production at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Martina Ebm perform during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The production explores the life and relationships of composer Alexander Zemlinsky and Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel, directed for premiere on March 19, 2026. Theater in der Josefstadt, Austria's oldest theater still operating at its original location, has presented theatrical productions in Vienna's first district since 1788. 
Cast Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, with performers including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, and Martin Vischer visible on stage. The production premieres on March 19, 2026, at the Vienna theater, one of Austria's oldest venues founded in 1788. Theater in der Josefstadt is recognized as one of Vienna's most prestigious theaters, hosting classical and contemporary productions. 
Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during a photo rehearsal of the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, with the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. Two actors interact at an open grand piano on stage, with wooden chairs visible in the darkened theater space. The production features a cast including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier performing multiple historical roles spanning the lives of composer Alexander Zemlinsky, Arnold Schönberg, and Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel. 
Susa Meyer in Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna Susa Meyer participates in a photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, performing roles including Anna Moll, Charlotte Garrigue Masaryková, and Clara Zemlinsky (die Ältere). Meyer sits in contemplative repose with hand to face, wearing a black blazer against a dark stage backdrop with visible musical instruments and equipment. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, featuring an ensemble cast including Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, and Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg. 
Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky in Theater in der Josefstadt Production, Vienna 2026 Günter Franzmeier performs as Alexander Zemlinsky during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the premiere on March 19, 2026. The production features an ensemble including Susa Meyer as Anna Moll, Kimberly Rydell as Mathilde Zemlinsky, Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg, and Ulli Maier as Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel. Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788, is Vienna's historic theater located in the eighth district. 
Julian Valerio Rehrl Performs Multiple Roles in Zemlinsky Theater Production, Vienna 2026 Julian Valerio Rehrl performs as Richard Gerstl, Johannes Hollnsteiner, Stromableser, and Polizist during a theatrical production at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna, March 2026. Rehrl stands shirtless against a black background wearing red fabric accessories and patterned lower garments, positioned near a microphone stand with his arm crossed. The performance demonstrates Rehrl's versatility in portraying distinct characters within a single dramatic work. 
Julian Valerio Rehrl Performs in Water Tank with Flowering Plants, Vienna 2026 Julian Valerio Rehrl performs in a water-filled transparent tank containing submerged flowering plants and aquatic vegetation at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, in March 2026. The shirtless performer leans directly into the tank, interacting intimately with the botanical elements in a controlled theatrical environment. Photographer Michael Seirer documents this artistic engagement with natural materials within the enclosed aquatic installation. 
Robert Joseph Bartl as Franz Werfel in "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna Robert Joseph Bartl performs as Franz Werfel during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Bartl wears glasses and a dark suit while positioned center stage, with a cello to his left, drum kit to his right, and a projected image above displaying flowers and a performer. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, at the Vienna theater. 
Susa Meyer and Günter Franzmeier in Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt Susa Meyer as Anna Moll and Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky perform during a photo rehearsal of the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Meyer sits at a piano while Franzmeier stands beside her in period costume against a dark stage backdrop. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, with an ensemble including Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg and Ulli Maier as Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel. 
Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna 2026 Günter Franzmeier, performing as Alexander Zemlinsky (der Ältere), sits alone on stage during a photo rehearsal at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, preceding the production's March 19, 2026 premiere. The ensemble cast includes Susa Meyer, Martina Ebm, Martin Vischer, and Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg. The Theater in der Josefstadt is Vienna's historic venue for classical and contemporary dramatic productions. 
Actor Holding Scripts at Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna An actor in period costume holds open scripts during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, two days before the production's premiere. The performer, dressed in a dark double-breasted jacket and white shirt, displays the scripts against a black background. "Zemlinsky" is a theatrical production featuring an ensemble cast including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Kimberly Rydell, Markus Kofler, and Julian Valerio Rehrl, directed at Vienna's historic Theater in der Josefstadt. 
Susa Meyer in Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna Susa Meyer, cast as Anna Moll, Charlotte Garrigue Masaryková, and Clara Zemlinsky (the Elder), participates in photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Meyer sits on a wooden chair wearing dark clothing against a minimalist stage set featuring a grand piano and architectural elements. The production, directed by an ensemble including Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, and Martin Vischer, premiered on March 19, 2026. 
Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg in Theater an der Josefstadt's "Zemlinsky" Production Markus Kofler performs as composer Arnold Schönberg during a photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Kofler wears period costume including a dark tweed suit, white shirt, tie, and black fedora hat, adopting a serious expression while wearing glasses. The production explores the interconnected lives of composer Alexander Zemlinsky and the Schönberg circle in early twentieth-century Vienna, premiering on March 19, 2026. 
Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Martina Ebm in "Zemlinsky" Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Martina Ebm engage in conversation during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Additional cast members are visible in the background near a grand piano on the darkened stage. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, at this historic Vienna venue. 
Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg in Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Markus Kofler performs as Arnold Schönberg during a photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the March 19, 2026 premiere. Kofler gestures expressively while holding a musical score display, wearing a brown blazer and glasses against a black background. The production explores interconnected lives within early twentieth-century Austro-Hungarian cultural circles through an ensemble cast. 
Susa Meyer as Anna Moll in Zemlinsky Production, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna Susa Meyer portrays Anna Moll during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, holding a costumed doll prop with gold embellished fabric. The ensemble cast includes Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier, with the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. The Theater in der Josefstadt, established in 1788, is Vienna's oldest continuously operating theater. 
Cast Members Perform During Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna Cast members including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, and Kimberly Rydell perform during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The actors are positioned on stage wearing period costumes, with some seated on wooden steps and others standing, conveying dramatic tension in a scene from the production. Directed for a March 19, 2026 premiere, the play explores the life of composer Alexander Zemlinsky and the artistic circles of early 20th-century Vienna. 
Cast Members in Period Costumes at Zemlinsky Premiere, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna Two actors perform during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, with the production's premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. The performers wear dark period costumes while positioned on stage with a wicker basket in the foreground, depicting a scene from the theatrical production. The Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788 in Vienna's eighth district, is one of Austria's oldest continuously operating theaters. 
Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna, March 2026 Günter Franzmeier, performing the role of Alexander Zemlinsky (der Ältere) and Adolf Zemlinsky (der Ältere), sits on darkened stage stairs during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Franzmeier is dressed in brown jacket and pinstriped trousers, wearing glasses, with a contemplative expression as he rests his arm on his knee. The theatrical premiere of "Zemlinsky," directed for Theater in der Josefstadt's 2026 season, was scheduled for March 19, 2026. 
Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna 2026 Günter Franzmeier performs as Alexander Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna, March 2026, playing drums during a theatrical production. Franzmeier sits at the drum kit wearing a dark blazer over a white shirt, holding mallets with focused concentration while performing against a black backdrop with professional stage lighting. The production depicts the composer-conductor Zemlinsky in a dramatic musical staging. 
Cast Photo Rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members participate in a photo rehearsal for the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Three performers are positioned on stage with a grand piano, music stands, and dramatic lighting against a dark background, depicting a scene from the production. The premiere of "Zemlinsky" is scheduled for March 19, 2026 at the Vienna theater. 
Susa Meyer and Günter Franzmeier in Photo Rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt Susa Meyer as Anna Moll and Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky participate in a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Meyer stands in the foreground wearing a brown jacket while Franzmeier, dressed in a burgundy jacket, embraces her from behind against a black background. The theatrical production premieres on March 19, 2026, at the Vienna venue. 
Cast Members at Zemlinsky Rehearsal, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna, March 2026 Two cast members participate in a photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the production's March 19, 2026 premiere. The male cast member, wearing glasses and dark clothing, sits near a cello, while the female cast member wears an off-shoulder black dress. Directed at this historic Viennese theater, "Zemlinsky" explores the life and relationships of composer Alexander Zemlinsky and his connections to Arnold Schönberg and Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel. 
Cast Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the March 19 premiere. Actors including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, and other ensemble members are positioned on stage near a grand piano and orchestral instruments against a dark background. The Theater in der Josefstadt, one of Vienna's oldest theaters, is known for contemporary dramatic productions in Austria's capital. 
Kimberly Rydell as Mathilde Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna 2026 Kimberly Rydell performs as Mathilde Zemlinsky during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Rydell stands at a microphone wearing a black halter dress with white trim, with a pianist visible in the background. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, directed with a cast including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Markus Kofler, and Julian Valerio Rehrl. 
Intimate Scene Rehearsal, "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Two actors perform an intimate scene during photo rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the production's March 19, 2026 premiere. The male actor in a brown velvet jacket and female actor in a black dress sit closely on a bench against a dark backdrop, engaged in animated conversation with expressive faces and gestures. "Zemlinsky," directed at Vienna's historic Theater in der Josefstadt, features an ensemble cast including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Markus Kofler in a drama centered on composer Alexander Zemlinsky and his circle. 
Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky Playing Saxophone at Bösendorfer Piano Günter Franzmeier performs in the role of Austrian composer Alexander Zemlinsky during a theatrical production, playing saxophone while seated at a Bösendorfer piano in formal black attire. Franzmeier displays intense concentration on the instrument, captured in profile against the piano's polished wood surface. The production dramatizes the life of Zemlinsky, a late 19th and early 20th-century composer known for symphonies, operas, and chamber works. 
Günter Franzmeier Performs as Alexander Zemlinsky at Bösendorfer Piano Günter Franzmeier performs at a Bösendorfer piano while portraying Alexander Zemlinsky (the Elder) during a theatrical performance in formal black attire at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, in March 2026. The pianist bends forward over the keyboard with sheet music visible on the instrument's music stand, combining musical interpretation with biographical portrayal. This staging depicts the historical Austrian composer and conductor through live performance, integrating both musical and theatrical elements. 
Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Markus Kofler in Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky Cast members Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Markus Kofler, and Julian Valerio Rehrl participate in a photo rehearsal for the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The performers are positioned on a darkened stage with a grand piano visible in the background, engaged in blocking and character interaction. The premiere of "Zemlinsky" is scheduled for March 19, 2026 at the Vienna theater. 
Julian Valerio Rehrl in Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna Julian Valerio Rehrl performs during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, portraying multiple roles including Richard Gerstl, Johannes Hollnsteiner, Stromableser, and Polizist. Rehrl stands center stage with arms extended in an open gesture, wearing a black buttoned shirt against a dark background with stage lighting visible to the left. The production's premiere is scheduled for March 19, 2026. 
Actor Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna, March 2026 Actor Günter Franzmeier performs as Alexander Zemlinsky during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Franzmeier holds a microphone while positioned at a Zapka & Söhne grand piano, wearing glasses and formal dark attire. The theatrical production premieres on March 19, 2026 at the Vienna venue. 
Martina Ebm as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky in Theater in der Josefstadt Production Martina Ebm performs as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky (die Ältere) during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The performer sits on stage wearing a crimson velvet wrap coat over dark clothing, with blonde hair, gazing upward with an expressive gesture. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, at Theater in der Josefstadt, a historic Vienna venue established in 1788. 
Günter Franzmeier and Markus Kofler in Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Cast members Günter Franzmeier and Markus Kofler sit together during a photo rehearsal for the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the March 19, 2026 premiere. Franzmeier portrays Alexander Zemlinsky while Kofler plays Arnold Schönberg in the ensemble production depicting multiple generations of the Zemlinsky family and related historical figures. Theater in der Josefstadt, Austria's oldest continuously operating theater founded in 1788, is located in Vienna's eighth district. 
Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members participate in a photo rehearsal for the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the March 19 premiere. A performer in a black outfit is positioned on stage while another cast member in a mustard-yellow jacket observes from an elevated position. Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788, is one of Austria's oldest continuously operating theatrical venues, located in Vienna's eighth district. 
Günter Franzmeier Performs as Alexander Zemlinsky at Bösendorfer Piano Günter Franzmeier performs as Alexander Zemlinsky during a theatrical musical production at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, in March 2026. Franzmeier sits in formal black attire beside a Bösendorfer concert grand piano with its lid propped open and sheet music visible on the rack. Alexander Zemlinsky (1871–1942) was an Austrian composer and conductor whose life and works have been subject to theatrical interpretation and musical commemoration. 
Cast of "Zemlinsky" in Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 The cast of the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" conducted a photo rehearsal on March 16, 2026, at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna, Austria, ahead of the premiere on March 19, 2026. Performers including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, and Martina Ebm stand on a darkly lit stage with period props including vintage suitcases and wooden chairs. The production explores the intertwined lives of composer Alexander Zemlinsky and Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel through multiple generational perspectives. 
Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg in "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Markus Kofler performs as Arnold Schönberg seated center-front during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, flanked by cast members Susa Meyer and Kimberly Rydell in elaborate white feathered costumes. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, at Austria's oldest continuously operating theater, founded in 1788 in Vienna's eighth district. 
Zemlinsky Ensemble Cast Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna March 2026 The ensemble cast of "Zemlinsky" performs during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, featuring Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier arranged on stage in formal dark attire with dramatic blue lighting and white feathered costume elements. The production premiered on March 19, 2026, at the Vienna theater. 
Cast of "Zemlinsky" in Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 The cast of "Zemlinsky" performs during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the premiere on March 19, 2026. Performers including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier are arranged on stage with dramatic lighting and decorative elements. The production explores the interconnected lives of composer Alexander Zemlinsky, painter Richard Gerstl, and Alma Schindler-Mahler-Gropius-Werfel in early twentieth-century Vienna. 
Zemlinsky Ensemble Cast Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 The ensemble cast of "Zemlinsky" performs during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, featuring Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier in period costumes under stage lighting. The actors portray members of the Zemlinsky and Schönberg families across multiple generations, with the production's premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788, is Vienna's oldest continuously operating theater. 
Zemlinsky Cast Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 The cast of "Zemlinsky" performs during a photo rehearsal on March 16, 2026, at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna, Austria, ahead of the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. The ensemble, including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier, performs on a darkened stage with illuminated costume elements and orchestral accompaniment. The Theater in der Josefstadt is one of Vienna's oldest and most prominent theaters, located in the Josefstadt district. 
Cast Photo Rehearsal for Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during a photo rehearsal for the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the March 19 premiere. The ensemble includes Susa Meyer as Anna Moll, Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky, Martina Ebm as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky, and Kimberly Rydell as Mathilde Zemlinsky, dressed in period costumes under theatrical lighting. Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788, is one of Vienna's oldest continuously operating theaters. 
Cast of "Zemlinsky" Performs Under Smoke Effects at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna The ensemble cast of "Zemlinsky," including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, Julian Valerio Rehrl, Robert Joseph Bartl, and Ulli Maier, performs during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The actors stand illuminated on stage beneath atmospheric smoke effects and theatrical lighting. Directed by Michael Seirer, the production premiered three days later on March 19, 2026, at Vienna's historic Theater in der Josefstadt. 
Günter Franzmeier and Susa Meyer in Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt Günter Franzmeier as Alexander Zemlinsky and Susa Meyer as Anna Moll participate in a photo rehearsal of the theatrical production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. The two performers are positioned at a wooden piano, with Franzmeier seated and Meyer leaning toward him in an intimate theatrical moment. The production, which also features Markus Kofler as Arnold Schönberg and Melanie Hackl as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky, premieres on March 19, 2026. 
Susa Meyer and Günter Franzmeier in Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt Susa Meyer and Günter Franzmeier perform a scene during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, with a grand piano visible stage left. Meyer holds an infant while interacting with Franzmeier in an intimate domestic scene. The production, which premiered on March 19, 2026, features the cast performing roles spanning the Zemlinsky and Schönberg families across generations. 
Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Actors perform during a photo rehearsal of the production "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, with the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. The scene depicts cast members in period costume, with one actor seated in a wheelchair in the foreground, another standing nearby, and a third visible in a wooden booth structure on stage; a grand piano is visible in the background. Theater in der Josefstadt, founded in 1788, is Austria's oldest continuously operating theater, located in Vienna's eighth district. 
Günter Franzmeier and Markus Kofler in Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Vienna 2026 Cast members Günter Franzmeier and Markus Kofler perform during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the March 19 premiere. The scene depicts performers across multiple stage levels in period costume under theatrical lighting, with a grand piano visible stage left and ensemble members positioned on elevated platforms. Theater in der Josefstadt, located in Vienna's eighth district, is one of Austria's oldest theaters, founded in 1788. 
Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, three days before the March 19 premiere. The multi-level stage features Günter Franzmeier and Martin Vischer in conversation at stage level, with Susa Meyer visible in an elevated wooden structure and Melanie Hackl positioned on upper staging. The production, directed at Vienna's historic theater venue, dramatizes the life and relationships of composer Alexander Zemlinsky and his circle including Arnold Schönberg and Alma Mahler-Gropius-Werfel. 
Julian Valerio Rehrl as Richard Gerstl in Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt Julian Valerio Rehrl portrays Richard Gerstl in a production of Zemlinsky at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026. The performer sits on a rope swing against a black background, wearing a light-colored shirt with red markings and dark pants, gazing upward with an introspective expression. According to the existing production documentation, Rehrl plays multiple roles including Johannes Hollnsteiner, a meter reader, and a police officer in this theatrical work. 
Photo Rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. The scene depicts multiple performers on stage, including an actor in a wheelchair positioned center stage, with additional cast members visible in a wooden structure above and to the sides. The production features an ensemble cast including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, and Ulli Maier, among others, in this biographical work at Vienna's historic theater. 
Cast of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna, March 2026 The cast of "Zemlinsky" performs during a photo rehearsal at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the premiere on March 19. The ensemble, including Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, and Ulli Maier, is arranged on a multi-level stage set featuring period wooden furniture, a grand piano, and theatrical props. Theater in der Josefstadt is Vienna's oldest theater, established in 1788, located in the eighth district. 
Zemlinsky Photo Rehearsal, Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna, March 2026 Cast members perform during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, ahead of the premiere on March 19. The scene depicts multiple actors on stage, including Günter Franzmeier seated center holding a drink, with Susa Meyer and Martina Ebm positioned to his left and right in conversation. Theater in der Josefstadt, established in 1788, is Vienna's oldest theater and hosts contemporary dramatic productions alongside classical repertoire. 
Martin Vischer and Martina Ebm in Photo Rehearsal for "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt Martin Vischer as Alexander Zemlinsky and Martina Ebm as Louise Sachsel-Zemlinsky perform during the photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026. Vischer stands behind Ebm, who is seated on a red chair, both in period costume against a black background. The production premiered on March 19, 2026 at the Vienna venue. 
Cast of "Zemlinsky" Opera at Theater in der Josefstadt Vienna, March 2026 Members of the cast perform during a photo rehearsal of "Zemlinsky" at the Theater in der Josefstadt in Vienna on March 16, 2026, five days before the premiere scheduled for March 19, 2026. The production features Susa Meyer, Günter Franzmeier, Martina Ebm, Kimberly Rydell, Martin Vischer, Melanie Hackl, Markus Kofler, and Ulli Maier in roles depicting the Zemlinsky and Schönberg families. The staged scene displays multiple performers across a dark set with period furnishings and atmospheric lighting characteristic of theatrical rehearsal documentation. You might also like
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