Dennis Wilkesmann: Wangen enchants with Callboy-Rico in the new musical!
Dennis Wilkesmann plays in Wangen as Rico, the call boy, in the festival with “The Schmalspur-Gigolos” and “Peter Pan”.

Dennis Wilkesmann: Wangen enchants with Callboy-Rico in the new musical!
This summer, the renowned festival in Wangen is bringing a special production to the stage: “The Schmalspur Gigolos” by Frank Piotraschke. As one of the outstanding characters, actor Dennis Wilkesmann will take on the role of call boy Rico. This was announced by director Petra Wintersteller and promises to both entertain and make the audience think. Schwäbische.de reports on the skills and experiences of the talented performer.
Dennis Wilkesmann, born in Wuppertal in 1987, has already made a name for himself in various theater productions. He had his first prominent appearance at the Wuppertal theaters, where he shone, among other things, as Djura in the opera “Arabella”. His training at the Vorpommern Theater Academy, which he completed from 2012 to 2016, laid the foundation for his diverse career.
Diverse experiences and commitments
After his studies, Wilkesmann continued his career as a freelancer and expanded his repertoire in various forms of theater, including improvisational theater and boulevard theater. He has also appeared in renowned plays such as “My Fair Lady” and “Hamlet.” His versatility is also evident in his plays at the TiC Theater Wuppertal and in other productions. Most recently he appeared at the Boulevard Theater Dresden in the comedy “Mr. Teacher, Fräulein Lustig is truant”, which further increased his popularity in the theater sector. More information about his career is available here Boulevardtheater.de to find.
In addition to his acting career, Wilkesmann is also involved in training young talents. He regularly teaches at the Hector Children's Academy in Ludwigsburg, passing on his experience and passion for the performing arts to the next generation. These leisure activities and his sporting interest in archery contribute to his creative process as he enjoys sitting in cafes to people watch and gain inspiration for his roles.
Personal development and projects
Due to his numerous engagements, Wilkesmann can look back on an impressive career. He has already gotten to know many cities in Germany through his work and has also gained personal experiences that have shaped him. The time he spent during his studies in Zinnowitz on Usedom was particularly formative.
He has also recently taken on new challenges, such as booking a wedding near Zurich; an area in which he has also continued his training. The connection between theater and personal commitment is clearly evident in his career.
Overall, Dennis Wilkesmann is characterized by his versatility, passion and commitment to the theater landscape. His performance as Rico in “Die Schmalspur Gigolos” will certainly be an enrichment for the festival in Wangen and promises to captivate the audience.