Erol Sander enchants in Bad Hersfeld: A summer full of passion!

Erol Sander enchants in Bad Hersfeld: A summer full of passion!

When you talk about Erol Sander, you meet a person who goes through life with an unshakable belief in the power of modesty. The diverse actor, who is currently appearing as Benedikt in “A Midsummer Night's Dreams” in the impressive monastery ruins in Bad Hersfeld, has experienced a lot. Born in Istanbul, he immigrated to Germany with his family at the age of five and lived in a monastery boarding school. From there he began his journey into the world of acting, which is characterized by self-irony and depth - qualities that he also brings to his current role.

Erol Sander can be seen as Benedikt at the Bad Hersfeld Festival, which begins on June 20, 2025 and lasts until August 18, 2025. This character, which has its roots in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing", embodies a self-confident bachelor who has some fears and insecurities when it comes to love. “The piece is colorful and full of love, with intrigue and honesty,” says Sander, who emphasizes the harmony in the ensemble and the collaboration with artistic director Joern Hinkel as particularly meaningful, because 2025 is Hinkel’s last season.

A life full of opportunities

Career and family – both play a central role in Erol Sander’s life. With over 37 years of experience in front of the camera, 27 of them in film productions, he has made a name for himself. His work with Hollywood greats such as Angelina Jolie and Colin Farrell is particularly noteworthy, but Sander prefers to act in Germany, preferring to rely on his talent there rather than the glamorous surroundings of the big film. “I've been very lucky in life,” he says, and his success didn't come to him by chance - the decision to take part in the Bad Hersfeld Festival was a conscious step for him. He is looking forward to working with Joern Hinkel, who has high praise for Sanders' stage presence and charisma.

Family means everything to Erol Sander. He has a daughter with his partner Rebecca Oehlmann. He never tires of emphasizing how much he values ​​the values ​​of humility and gratitude. Above all, the responsibility that his wife has as the main carer of their daughter in his often hectic life is very important to him. Erol Sander also has two sons from his first marriage, and the dream of a large family table remains unfulfilled for him, but always present.

A colorful future in Bad Hersfeld

Erol Sander is convinced that “A Midsummer Night’s Dreams” is a piece that provides the audience with joy and a good mood. As he rehearses and plays in the monastery ruins every day, he feels the stress, but also the passion that binds him to the stage. With over 700 theater performances under his belt, Sander has developed from a timid actor into a true stage lover. “I’ve been so lucky to grow and learn over these years,” he says.

This year too, the Bad Hersfeld Festival promises a fantastic experience in one of the most historic settings in the region. The audience can look forward to exciting productions and appealing performances that are brought to the stage with a lot of commitment and passion. Tickets are available for “A Midsummer Night's Dreams” until August 17th, and Sander can't wait to reach his audience with charm and depth.

For Erol Sander, theater art is not just a profession, but a way of life that he lives in his simplicity and modesty. This makes him not only a fascinating actor, but also a likeable fellow. Visit the Bad Hersfeld Festival and experience the magic of “A Midsummer Night’s Dreams” for yourself!