Play & discussion
Fooled and ripped off!
A play about the dirty tricks played on older people.

The Chorweiler senior citizens' theater group brings to the stage the latest scams and fraudulent schemes targeting the 60+ generation:
Fooled and ripped off: in short scenes, the seven amateur actresses (all aged 60 to 80 themselves) show the currently popular tricks with which fraudsters and thieves try to trap older people in particular - and also how you can recognize and prevent them.
And it does happen to me: the production shows how suddenly and quickly any of us can become a victim. The perpetrators are practiced, sophisticated, operate in teams and often take us by surprise with massive pressure: whether at the front door, on the phone or via messenger, as fake police officers, tradespeople or supposed relatives.
Not with us: we provide information and concrete help! After the performance, the Cologne police will offer the opportunity for a direct exchange and provide helpful prevention tips on how you can protect yourself and your loved ones.
Production:
Matthias van den Berg