Mystery about beginnings

Immortal legend of Everyman in Innsbruck

Jedermann and his Buhlschaft would probably also come into their own in front of Innsbruck Cathedral.(Bild: Christian Forcher, Andreas Tröster)

The backdrop in front of Innsbruck Cathedral would fit the bill. But what is the truth behind the never-ending rumor about Max Reinhardt's former festival plans for Innsbruck? A search for clues with surprising findings.  

"That would have charm, wouldn't it?" Petra Streng, folklorist and director of the Augustinian Museum in the small Tyrolean town of Rattenberg, stands on Innsbruck Cathedral Square and looks around. Yes, the setting would fit and undoubtedly has similarities to the famous venue in the city of Mozart.