A look behind the scenes: Alumni Business Tour at the Stadttheater Klagenfurt

On 16 April 2026, the Stadttheater Klagenfurt opened its doors for the University of Klagenfurt’s Alumni Business Tour – offering participants exclusive insights into the fascinating world of theatre operations.

It became clear as soon as they arrived: a theatre is far more than what is visible on stage. During an exciting guided tour of the venue, participants gained an insight into the diverse processes and areas of work behind the scenes – from organisation and technical aspects right through to artistic realisation. Particularly impressive was the visit to a rehearsal of the classic musical ‘Hello, Dolly!’: Witnessing first-hand how scenes take shape and develop step by step into a production brought theatre work to life.

A key element of the tour was the personal exchange with three graduates who studied at the University of Klagenfurt and now work at the Stadttheater: Markus Hänsel, Eva Hoffmann and Verena Schellander shared insights into their individual career paths and their day-to-day work. It became clear just how diverse the career opportunities in the cultural sector are – and how valuable interdisciplinary training pathways can be in this context.

The get-together provided an opportunity to chat in a relaxed atmosphere, explore topics in greater depth and make new contacts. A big thank you to the Stadttheater Klagenfurt for their excellent cooperation, and to everyone involved for this inspiring afternoon!

Congratulations to our graduates | March 2026

Congratulations!

We would like to congratulate all recent graduates on completing their studies and look forward to welcoming you to the alumni network of the University of Klagenfurt!

Alumni Business Tour: Stadttheater Klagenfurt

On Thursday, 16 April 2026, at 5.00 pm, the University of Klagenfurt’s alumni network invites you to an alumni business tour of the Stadttheater Klagenfurt.

Participants can look forward to a special guided tour of the theatre – exploring the diverse areas of work and processes involved in running a modern theatre, including a behind-the-scenes look at the venue. A highlight will be attending a rehearsal of the classic musical ‘Hello, Dolly!’, where you can experience first-hand how a production takes shape on stage.

Another exclusive feature of the tour is the opportunity to speak directly with graduates of the University of Klagenfurt who now hold various roles at the Stadttheater Klagenfurt. They will talk about their career paths and provide practical insights into their day-to-day work:

Markus Hänsel | Music Theatre Dramaturg
Psychology
Eva Hoffmann | Head of the Artistic Administration Office
Applied Cultural Studies
Verena Schellander | Communications & Marketing
German Studies

Take this opportunity to find out first-hand about career paths in the cultural sector and the wide range of tasks involved in a theatre production – directly from those who studied at the University of Klagenfurt themselves.

Afterwards, there will be a relaxed get-together with refreshments, providing an opportunity to chat and make new contacts.

The event is aimed at graduates and students of the University of Klagenfurt – registration is binding and places are limited. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Alumni Business Tour to the Stadttheater Klagenfurt on 16 April 2026 is fully booked; we are delighted by the keen interest and will announce the next Alumni Business Tour shortly.

Shaping Futures: Insights from “Your Master’s at the University of Klagenfurt”

The event “Your Master’s at the University of Klagenfurt: Master’s programmes & alumni journeys”, held on 25 November 2025, offered prospective students a comprehensive overview of the university’s Master’s programmes, support services and the diverse career paths of alumni. Current students and graduates shared personal insights into academic life, campus culture and their individual journeys at the University of Klagenfurt.