The Gangster Macheath secretly marries the daughter of beggar king Peachum. When Peachum finds out, he instructs the police chief Brown to arrest and hang Macheath. If not, all the beggars of Soho will disturb the upcoming coronation.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Ulrich TukurMacheath, genannt Mackie Messer | Macheath, genannt Mackie Messer |
 Christian RedlJonathan Jeremias Peachum | Jonathan Jeremias Peachum |
 Eva MattesMrs. Peachum | Mrs. Peachum |
 Stefanie StappenbeckPolly Peachum | Polly Peachum |
 Peter FrankeTiger Brown | Tiger Brown |