When does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition runs from May 9, 2026, to July 19, 2026.

Where can the exhibition be seen?

At the Caricatura, Rainer-Dierichs-Platz 1, 34117 Kassel.

What is the entry fee?

The regular entry fee is 6 euros.

Is the exhibition accessible?

Yes, according to Caricatura, access to the exhibition space is barrier-free. A barrier-free toilet is available at the KulturBahnhof.

What is the exhibition about?

The exhibition shows cartoons on Jewish life, anti-Semitism, and the Middle East conflict.

Who is the visit suitable for?

For anyone who enjoys cartoon art, satire, and cleverly told social themes.

Do Jews Have Nothing to Laugh About? Kassel 2026

Name: Do Jews Have Nothing to Laugh About? – Cartoons on Jewish Life in Challenging Times
Start: 2026-05-09T20:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-19T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Caricatura

When Cartoons Make You Laugh Where it Hurts

The special exhibition “Do Jews Have Nothing to Laugh About?” at the Caricatura Kassel brings humor, Jewish life, and political friction to a place where punchlines not only entertain but also resonate. Between irony, dark humor, and thoughtful lightness, a visit to the exhibition offers an unusual depth.

Humor as a Fine Seismograph

Here, comic art meets a time when anti-Semitism, fear, and polarization are once again perceptibly shaping everyday life. The exhibition shows how cartoons make tensions visible without downplaying them. This is exactly where their strength lies: a good joke here is not an escape but a precise look at what is brewing beneath the surface.

Three Perspectives, Many Reactions

The show is divided into three areas: Jewish life, customs, and everyday life; anti-Semitism in Germany; as well as the Middle East conflict from different perspectives. The result is not a museum of quick punchlines but a space for keen observations, fine timing, and audience reactions that oscillate between chuckles, reflection, and silent dismay.

Caricatura with Comedic Art and Stance

Caricatura in Kassel has stood for comedic art with a profile for years. In this exhibition, it once again shows how powerful caricature and cartoon can be when they not only make you laugh but also pose questions. This makes the visit particularly exciting for all who love stand-up, cabaret, and satirical sharpness not only on stage but also on the wall.

What Visitors Can Expect

Anyone who visits this exhibition will experience a smart, sensitive, and simultaneously courageous engagement with Jewish life in challenging times. A tour through humor, history, and the present that does not scream loudly but lingers long in the mind. Those who appreciate cartoons with a stance should not miss this date in Kassel.