Some stage scenes, however, continue to suffer from the fact that smaller details and Roman Polanski's finely honed irony are simply lost in the large theater. The production benefits from this scene, as it provides Sarah, a previously less animated character, with greater motivation and greater definition. This however, could also be attributed to Barbara Kohler, who is no longer simply the passive object of various desires. Instead, she appears more coquettish and lively, displaying a touch of girlish impudence that is attractive for humans and vampires alike. Although her voice sounds a little nasal at first, her interpretation of the role is definitely an improvement.
Audiences already expect quality performances from the four actors from the original cast.
In addition to Anne Welte's audacious, sad Rebecca, James Sbano has transformed Chagal the Innkeeper into a true audience favorite, a man with a keen sense for dry Jewish humor and slapstick performances good enough for the movies. Once, again, Torsten Flach plays the back breaking role of Koukol with abandon. Kevin Tarte, who previously played Gaston in Vienna and the Beast in Stuttgart, plays the leading role of the Count to full satisfaction. This is evident in the dynamics that take place during the songs, the way he tosses his cape, and especially in his gestures. While Steve Barton was thoroughly sovereign, it seems that Tarte is still working on his interpretation.