It’s the same donkey, just with a new saddle
- 525 SEK
- Linköping Konsert & Kongress (Opens in a new window)
- Organizer: Kahlo
It’s the same donkey, just with a new saddle – A comedy show by and with Anders “Ankan” Johansson
After two sold-out tour swings with the acclaimed “It’s the same donkey, just with a new saddle,” Anders “Ankan” Johansson thought in the spring that he had finished his comedy show. He celebrated, packed up, and relaxed. But then in the fall, the show was named “Show of the Year” at the Barncancergalan – The Swedish Humor Prize and Ankan’s craving to perform the show again was awakened. So this winter, Ankan will perform the show one last time in ten selected cities!
With 30 years in the comedy business, Anders “Ankan” Johansson has become one of Sweden’s most beloved comedians. He has been called “the most beloved we have” and praised for both his comedy shows as well as TV programs and podcasts, including the Kristallen-awarded SVT series “Rostiga roadtrips,” which he made with Valle Westesson, and the now newly relevant “It’s the same donkey, just with a new saddle.”
“It’s the same donkey, just with a new saddle” is both a comedy show about how we humans never really learn – old mistakes, tricksters, and foolishness reappear – and a tribute to community. We must be able to laugh at our flaws, egos, and stupidities together. And perhaps most of all at Ankan’s…
– It apparently isn’t true that donkeys are stubborn. But they are said to be persistent. At least this one. We’ll take one more little swing, says Ankan.
“It’s the same donkey, just with a new saddle” will premiere again in January at Scalateatern in Stockholm and will then follow with a tour featuring performances in, among others, Eskilstuna, Jönköping, and Malmö.
“You laugh from the moment he enters the stage until long after you’ve come home and had time to think through all the jokes three more times. He not only has a fantastic stage presence but also a cleverness and ability to interact with the audience that is entirely unique to him.”
/Gefle Dagblad
“Over time, Anders Johansson has refined his stage persona, this lanky and jittery character reminiscent of a young Magnus Härenstam. Over ninety minutes, his intense mimicry, cleverly playful set design, and carefully rehearsed comic timing shine.”
/Helsingborgs Dagblad
“He is a consummate performer who controls the stage with smooth timing.”
/Dagens Nyheter
“It culminates in a rather delightful monologue where Johansson insightfully dissects both his own and others’ hypocrisy. You could become a beloved public figure for less.”
/Sydsvenskan
“The show is elevated by sound and light precision like nothing I’ve ever seen before.”
/Jönköpings-Posten
“His extensive experience shines through and he creates a warm rapport with the audience.”
/ Norran
“When Johansson is at his best – which he is during large parts of the performance – the show reaches a level that belongs to the funniest that’s been shown on Sagateatern’s stage in a long time.”
/ Borås Tidning
“At his best moments, Anders Johansson resembles a younger version of comedian legend nostalgic Claes Eriksson from Galenskaparna & After Shave.”
/Hallands Nyheter
Make the experience complete – arrive in good time and enjoy before the show!
Let the experience begin even before the “curtain” rises. In our bars and dining areas, you will find everything from tasty snacks and coffee to drinks for all tastes – we have full rights.
For most of our events, there is an opportunity to pre-order food from a selected range. To see what applies to this particular event, see the information below.
If there is no food to order, it is because the pre-order has closed. The order needs to be made no later than 1:00 PM, two working days before the event. After this, pre-ordering is closed. But there is an opportunity to buy a limited selection of food on-site before the event.
Sit back, enjoy the atmosphere, and prepare with something really good in the glass or on the plate. Welcome in – we look forward to taking care of you!
Other information
Information on bags – Updated August 14, 2025
The bag ban no longer applies to Konsert & Kongress, Saab Arena, and Stångebrofältet.
However, we recommend bringing a smaller bag – preferably no larger than 40 x 40 x 20 cm – to facilitate entry and storage. Bags may be searched at the entrance.
Thank you for helping us create a safe and smooth concert experience!
For questions regarding accessibility at Linköping Konsert & Kongress, please email biljett@visitlinkoping.se, or visit linköpingkonsertkongress/about the facility
Keep in mind that you can often walk, cycle, or take public transport to your event experience in Linköping.
Visit ostgotatrafiken.se for information about public transport! It is often also convenient to get to other parts of the municipality with public transport, see ostgotatrafiken.se for travel information. The nearby stop at Linköping Konsert & Kongress is “Konsert & Kongress läge A”
When you arrive by train in Linköping
Most buses depart from Linköpings Resecentrum to get further within the municipality. From Linköping’s travel center, it’s only a short walk into the city!
If you come by car, see parking here dukaten.se
Outerwear must not be brought into the concert but should be hung in the cloakroom. Cost 25 kr
The times indicated are approximate only. Exact end time cannot be guaranteed.
Subject to change.
May occur during this performance
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