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Review & FAQ:
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What is the William Tell Open-Air Theatre?
- The William Tell Open-Air Theatre is a live dramatization of what life was like for folk hero Wilhelm Tell.
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How long has the production been performed?
- This production has been performed since 1912 in the wonderfully natural setting of Rugenwald zu Matten.
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How many actors take part in the performance?
- Over 170 actors, from the extras to the principal characters, come together to put on a truly authentic and exciting performance time after time.
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What makes the performance so authentic?
- No detail goes overlooked when it comes to this theatre’s production, with horses, goats, and even cows making appearances on stage.
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What are the seating arrangements like?
- Visitors will appreciate the covered stand seating that surrounds the stage, allowing performances to continue no matter the weather.
Tellweg 5, Interlaken, Switzerland, Phone: +41-33-8-22-37-22

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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