I hired a contract killer in Aalen: Tragicomedy at the Stadthalle

Dark humor, strong emotions, and an evening full of bitter punchlines in Aalen

With I hired a contract killer, a tragicomedy adaptation by Aki Kaurismäki comes to the Stadthalle Aalen on Friday, 09.10.2026, at 20:00. The play by the Württembergische Landesbühne Esslingen combines melancholic wit, absurd twists, and a story about hope where everything seems to be lost. The production is part of the subscription series Bühnenerlebnis 2026/27. ([adticket.de](https://www.adticket.de/I-hired-a-contract-killer-WLB-Esslingen/Aalen-Stadthalle/09-10-2026_20-00.html))

A tragicomedy with a keen sense for losers

Henri Boulanger loses his job, falls into a life crisis, and hires a hitman because even suicide fails. This is precisely where the typical Kaurismäki mix of laconic humor and quiet humanity emerges, for which the play stands. The WLB describes the production as film material on stage with melancholic humor and absurd twists. ([adticket.de](https://www.adticket.de/I-hired-a-contract-killer-WLB-Esslingen/Aalen-Stadthalle/09-10-2026_20-00.html))

Stage art in the suitable ambiance of the Stadthalle

The Stadthalle Aalen is designed for multifunctional use and provides a strong environment for theater evenings, concerts, and larger cultural formats with flexible equipment, modern technology, and more than 1,000 seats. According to the event information, nine movable stages ensure optimal visibility of the stage. The address is Berliner Platz 1, 73430 Aalen. ([adticket.de](https://www.adticket.de/I-hired-a-contract-killer-WLB-Esslingen/Aalen-Stadthalle/09-10-2026_20-00.html))

Tickets, admission, and accessibility

Tickets start at 35.00 euros. For people with disabilities: with ID and the characteristic B, they pay the regular price, and the companion is free; appropriate tickets are available through the Tourist Info Aalen. At the same time, the ticket provider points out that the seating plan is not barrier-free online, but assistance via the ticket hotline remains possible. ([adticket.de](https://www.adticket.de/I-hired-a-contract-killer-WLB-Esslingen/Aalen-Stadthalle/09-10-2026_20-00.html))

Transportation and visit planning

Information about parking and access around Stadthalle Aalen is available according to the city; for a visit to the city center, early arrival is recommended due to its central location. Those who want to start the event experience relaxed should plan some reserve for parking, the way to the hall, and admission. ([aalen.de](https://www.aalen.de/beseitigung-der-parkplatznot-an-der-stadthalle-aalen.68396.25.htm?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: I hired a contract killer promises a clever theater evening in Aalen, balancing dark humor, quiet moments, and strong acting. Those who love tragicomedy with atmosphere will experience a special stage event live at the Stadthalle Aalen. ([adticket.de](https://www.adticket.de/I-hired-a-contract-killer-WLB-Esslingen/Aalen-Stadthalle/09-10-2026_20-00.html))

Official channels of the cultural and press office of the city of Aalen:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stadtaalen
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Aalen.de
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StadtAalen
• TikTok: No official profile found

Sources:

• ADticket - I hired a contract killer (WLB Esslingen)
• WLB Esslingen - I Hired a Contract Killer
• City of Aalen - Social Media
• City of Aalen - Access and Parking