Max – The Snorkeling Monster

"Max – The Snorkel Monster" is a family-friendly play for ages five and up by Beat Fäh. At its heart is Max, an unusual creature with webbed fins who emerges from the water and must assert himself in the school of life. There, Max is teased by classmates for being different and feels misunderstood by adults, school rules, and societal expectations.

Max befriends a quirky janitor who tries to "do everything right" with her suitcase radio and nostalgic hits. With her love for old-time tunes and acrobatic antics—like climbing curtains—she becomes an ally. The two outsiders form a touching friendship built on acceptance and a shared desire for freedom.

The play explores the conflict between self-determination and performance pressure, blending acting, acrobatics, dance, and music from the suitcase radio. The cast features Pamina Milewska and Raphael Steiner, directed by Reinhold Tritscher.