Szekszárd Hosts Whimsical Meseautó Musical

Experience Meseautó musical comedy in Szekszárd on 2026.03.02—Veres 1 Színház’s charming, cross-generational folk tale with a stellar cast, classic car romance, and timeless laughs. Book now.

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The story hits the gas

Bank CEO and notorious charmer János Szűcs is desperate for a break—one month off, far from the world and even farther from women. Just before he disappears, he buys a dream machine: a Horch 780 convertible for 20,000 pengő. Then an elegant young woman browsing the showroom catches his eye, and the plan swerves in an instant.

Note

Organizers reserve the right to change the date and program.

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Pros

Family-friendly vibes with a classic rom-com plot, catchy songs, and no heavy themes, so it works for kids, teens, and grandparents alike

The 1934 Meseautó story is a beloved Hungarian classic, and this upbeat musical revamp makes it easy for newcomers to enjoy even without prior knowledge

Veres 1 Színház is a well-regarded touring company celebrating 10 years, so production quality, costumes, and music should be solid

Szekszárd is a charming small city in wine country—easy add-on to a Budapest or Pécs trip and a fun cultural detour

Central venue on Szent István Square makes it straightforward to find, and rideshare/taxis are simple; parking is typically manageable in small cities

Public transport access is doable: trains or buses from Budapest to Szekszárd, then a short local taxi/walk to the square

Compared to similar retro-musical revivals abroad, ticket prices are usually friendlier, with a more intimate, local-theater feel

Cons

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The Meseautó film isn’t widely known internationally, so some cultural references may fly over a U.S. visitor’s head

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Hungarian-language performance likely—non-speakers may miss jokes and wordplay unless surtitles are provided (rare in regional shows)

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Szekszárd is not a top-tier tourist hotspot, so English signage and services can be patchy, and you may need basic Hungarian phrases or a translation app

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Reaching it is a bit of a time commitment from Budapest (2–3 hours each way), and late-night return options by public transport are limited