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Wolfgang Krebs (Kabarettist)

Wolfgang Krebs (Kabarettist)

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Wolfgang Krebs: The Bavarian Cabaret Artist Between Parody, Politics, and Stage Presence

A Cabaret Artist with a Sense for Power, Language, and Timing

Wolfgang Krebs, born on August 31, 1966, in Seefeld in the district of Starnberg, is one of the most prominent voices in German cabaret. As a parodist, writer, and stage storyteller, he has secured a firm place in the Bavarian cultural landscape through his precise observation, strong stage presence, and a keen sense of political types. His career combines media experience, theatrical routines, and a distinct comedic signature. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Biography: From Early Stage Experience to a Professional Cabaret Career

Wolfgang Krebs's artistic biography begins unusually early: at the age of five, he first appeared on stage, according to Wikipedia, followed by school theater and local stage productions. After completing secondary school, he trained as a postal clerk, later attended vocational schools via a second educational path, and eventually transitioned into the media world. He worked as a studio manager at Radio Ostallgäu and was involved in TV advertising time marketing at ProSieben, Sat.1, and RTL II between 1996 and 2007. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

These experiences clearly shape his later cabaret work. Those who witness Krebs on stage do not see a mere gag provider but an artist with media expertise, vocal discipline, and a sharp eye for public role models. Starting in 1988, he participated as a voice actor in radio projects, and after acting workshops in Berlin and London, he began theater performances, moderations, and radio contributions in 1992. His artistic development thus occurs not linearly but across several public stages. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

The Breakthrough: Stoiber, quer, and the Art of Political Imitation

The actual breakthrough as a cabaret artist came in 1993 when Krebs performed as Bavarian Prime Minister Edmund Stoiber for the first time at the Kaltental-Blonhofen market festival. A pivotal moment followed in 2004 during the Swabian carnival Schwaben weissblau: Instead of Stoiber, Krebs stepped in as an imitator and was subsequently employed regularly in the BR show quer from January 2004 onward. There, he not only provided parody but also sharp Stoiber interviews during the coalition negotiations in 2005 amidst a large press presence. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Over the years, his profile sharpened into a specialty in political character cabaret. After Stoiber, he parodied Günther Beckstein and Horst Seehofer in quer; currently, he targets Edmund Stoiber, Markus Söder, Hubert Aiwanger, and Robert Habeck. This blend of versatility and recognizability makes his humor effective: he does not merely imitate characters but exposes speech rhythms, gestures, and the dynamics of power. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Career Highlights in Radio and Television

From 2006 until July 2015, Wolfgang Krebs was heard daily as an imitator on Bayern 3; starting in 2007, he began focusing full-time on cabaret, performing solo shows. Between 2010 and 2013, he portrayed Horst Seehofer at the Nockherberg; in 2014, he launched his third solo program, Können Sie Bayern?, and the same year saw the BR show Habe die Ehre alongside Chrissy Eixenberger and him. These projects illustrate an artist who feels at home in radio, television, and on stage. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Later, he solidified his presence in other BR formats. Since 2011, he has been a permanent member of the ensemble for Asül für Alle with Django Asül, and since 2012, he has made several appearances on the Grünwald Freitagscomedy. From 2016, he was also heard on Wednesdays in the comedy series Lachmatt on Bayern 1; since July 2023, he has been performing in the follow-up show Die Superbayern. This ensures that his media presence remains closely linked to Bavarian cabaret and public broadcasting entertainment. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Current Projects: Bayern liebt DICH! and the New Stage Phase

On his official website, the cabaret solo Bayern liebt DICH! is currently listed as a new program. The production returns to Wolfgang Krebs' familiar territory: media circus, political figures, and multiple roles in one evening. The website also features an extensive performance schedule for 2026, including dates in Fürth, Herrsching am Ammersee, Affing, Bad Staffelstein, Munich, and other locations. This indicates a continued high level of live activity and a clear focus on stage performance. ([wolfgangkrebs.com](https://wolfgangkrebs.com/?utm_source=openai))

The official program page describes Bayern liebt DICH! as a Bavarian cabaret solo around messages and ambassadors, in which Krebs, as usual, takes the stage alone and assumes various roles. Additionally, the Streckenbach agency emphasizes the same programming line and categorizes it as a current Bavarian cabaret solo. For this latest phase of work, this means: less scattering loss, more sharpening, and more character work. ([wolfgangkrebs.com](https://wolfgangkrebs.com/))

Discography and Publications: Between Stage, Book, and Audio Format

Although Wolfgang Krebs is not a musician in the classical sense, his work possesses a clear release structure. Wikipedia lists three titles in his discography: Ja, mia kennan! from 2010, Drei Mann in einem Dings from 2013, and Können Sie Bayern from 2014. These releases document his evolution from live cabaret to recorded stage programs and showcase the media viability of his character work. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Add to this several books and collections of texts that complement his cabaret profile. These include, among others, Sternreisen. Seven Dream Journeys for Children, Nur Bayern im Kopf!, Die Leberkäs-AG, Bayern-ABC, and Das Guglhupf Wunder. His work thus thrives not only on spoken punchlines but also on literary form, linguistic condensation, and regional identity. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Style and Signature: Character Cabaret with Dialect Sensibility and Political Sharpness

Wolfgang Krebs' style is strongly defined by his voice. The press describes how he masters and precisely replicates the peculiarities in the speech and gestures of Bavarian top politicians. This results in a cabaret that thrives more on observational art than slapstick: accent, facial expressions, timing, and the subtle shifts in language convey the punchline. His stage thus acts as a seismograph of political sentiments. ([traunsteiner-tagblatt.de](https://www.traunsteiner-tagblatt.de/region/landkreis-traunstein/grassau_artikel%2C-feines-politisches-kabarett-stoiber-soeder-aiwanger-oder-merkel-alle-kamen-dran-_arid%2C690696.html?utm_source=openai))

Coverage also emphasizes his productivity and reach. A profile in prisma points to around 150 stage appearances a year, 50 television shows, and daily radio contributions for Bayern 1; other reports highlight sold-out venues and two-hour character cabaret at its finest. This resonance showcases an artist whose live presence has remained strong not only regionally but consistently over time. ([prisma.de](https://www.prisma.de/news/tv/Lebenslinien-Kritik-zum-BR-Portraet-ueber-Kabarettist-Wolfgang-Krebs%2C47231733?utm_source=openai))

Cultural Influence and Awards

Wolfgang Krebs is much more than an imitator of individual politicians. He belongs to that generation of Bavarian cabaret artists who view politics, dialect, and media presence as a connected system. That he was awarded the Bavarian Order of Merit in 2022 and received the Sigi-Sommer-Taler in 2025 underscores his cultural authority far beyond mere entertainment value. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

His awards in the cabaret scene also reflect this stature: the Arts and Culture Prize of the City of Kaufbeuren, admission to the Karl-Valentin-Society, the Order Against the Neidhammel, the Franconian Cabaret Prize, and other honors mark continuous recognition. This list indicates that his work stands at the intersection of local roots and supra-regional significance. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Voices of the Fans

The official social media presence is clearly established, and the website explicitly invites followers to join Wolfgang Krebs on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. However, there is currently no direct collection of fan comments from these platforms available in the verified results. Therefore, this section consciously limits itself to documenting the availability of these channels. ([wolfgangkrebs.com](https://wolfgangkrebs.com/social/))

Conclusion: A Master of Political Transformation on the Live Stage

Wolfgang Krebs captivates because he perceives cabaret as a precise art form: with role changes, vocal work, political observation, and subtle irony. His career impressively demonstrates how media experience, vocal talent, and regional grounding create an unmistakable stage personality. Those who experience him live encounter not just a mere parodist, but a seasoned chronicler of Bavarian contemporary life. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Krebs_%28Kabarettist%29))

Especially in Bayern liebt DICH!, this signature condenses once more: current characters, media self-reflection, and an evening that thrives on language. Those seeking political cabaret with pace, characters, and a clear sense of public roles should see Wolfgang Krebs on stage. His live performances remain an impressive example of contemporary character cabaret with authority and charm. ([wolfgangkrebs.com](https://wolfgangkrebs.com/?utm_source=openai))

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