Observed Signal · May 6, 2026 · Programming Update · Source: DWDL · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Four guest hosts replace Till Reiners on 3sat 'Happy Hour'
3sat's long-running cabaret and comedy show "Happy Hour" will be presented by four guest hosts this year while regular host Till Reiners takes an extended summer break. DWDL.de reports that Claus von Wagner will open the specials on 17 May, Ana Lucía will host on 31 May, Moritz Neumeier will take over on 9 August, and Teresa Reichl on 23 August. Each guest edition features multiple stage guests. The article notes the show's 15-year run, that Reiners has hosted since 2022 (succeeding Sebastian Pufpaff), and that Reiners is scheduled to return to present a "Happy Hour" in October.
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- 3sat will air four guest-host special editions of 'Happy Hour' during Till Reiners' extended summer break.
- Claus von Wagner will guest-host on 17 May and will welcome Bastian Bielendorfer, Dr. Pop, Kristina Bogansky, Stefan Danziger and Miss Allie.
- Ana Lucía will guest-host on 31 May with guests Max Uthoff, Florentine Osche, Nikita Miller, Maraam and the comedy-magicians Siegfried & Joy.
- Moritz Neumeier and Teresa Reichl will guest-host on 9 August and 23 August respectively; Till Reiners will resume presenting in October.
- 'Happy Hour' is in its 15th year; Till Reiners has been host since 2022 (after Sebastian Pufpaff).
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