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Gefionstraße 3 Hamburg, Hamburg 22769 Germany +49 (0)40 430 3435 |
The stage of this versatile establishment in Altona sees frequently changing fairly well-known regional ensembles presenting quite an impressive range of acting excellency. At Agma Zeitbühne it is cabaret one night and comedy another, but there are also song recital evenings, where artists present French chansons, for example. The place is open to experimental projects like improvisational theatre as well. If you are open to slightly different and unconventional kinds of drama and performance, you will like the Zeitbühne's programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chamber opera at the theatre for children |
Max-Brauer-Allee 76 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 38 2959 http://www.alleetheater.de |
The Allee Theater is a special institution within Hamburg's theatre scene. Four years ago, Mr and Mrs Deeken, the owners of the theatre for children, set up this additional establishment on their premises. It is a little chamber opera, but not for children this time. Apart from chamber music and interesting guest performances by other theatre companies, there are stagings of rare opera pieces, mainly of a light and romantic nature. Lavish stage sets create a suitable ambiance for these performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Alma Hoppe's German comedy theatre! |
Ludolfstraße 53 Hamburg, Hamburg 20249 Germany +49 (0)40 5556 5556 http://www.almahoppe.de/ |
The Lustspielhaus is nicely situated, facing a little church in the immediate neighbourhood of the Komödie at Winterhuder Fährhaus. Since 1984, there have been a great number of guest performances by top rate German satirists such as Goldt, Hildebrandt, Scheibner and Hüsch, to name but a few. Alma Hoppe´s own satirical, political productions are also a very good reason to visit this theatre. There are impressive reductions for students (DEM 12/ EUR 6). Parking is so far the only thing that doesn't raise a smile around here, so you'd be better off on a bus - lines 106 or 113 serve the area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Altona theatre |
Museumstraße 17 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 3990 5870 http://www.altonaer-theater.de/ |
This old-school private theatre is situated within a pleasant 3-minute walking distance from Altona station. Catering to a slightly older audience, the theatre stages classic productions which are faithful to the original. But since the reopening in 1995 modern plays and comedies can also be found in the programme. The establishment is fitted with facilities for the disabled, among them an infra-red system for the hard of hearing. The dead poets' society on Sundays is a special event: Members of the theatre company read from the works of their favourite (dead) poets. The entry fees go towards a foundation for the support of successful future authors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 On the Campus |
Von-Melle-Park 4 Hamburg 20146 Germany +49 40 428 387 05 http://www.marketing.uni-hambu... |
The Audimax is more than an amphitheater where students listen to major lectures or organize their protests. It's also a great hall seating up to 1664 people and hosting numerous events. Sometimes a theater, sometimes a movie theater and sometimes a concert hall, it has a great sound system and a wide stage to host major performances. Besides the main hall that can be divided in two, the Foyer, with its glass wall is very much enjoyable to visitors keen to take part in campus life. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large Cultural Event Center |
Biedermannplatz 19 Hamburg 22083 Germany +49 40 6394 7041 http://www.hamburg-web.de/guid... |
The KBB Kultur Bühne Bugenhagen, formerly the Bugenhagen church is a cultural center and monumental building that can be used for meetings, concerts, fairs, exhibitions, theatre performances and readings. The building is great in size and hold a concert hall, as well as a cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lots to See! |
Beim Schlump 52 Hamburg 20144 Germany + 040 40 18 69 25 http://www.bajazzo.de/start.html |
This venue has just about every theatrical method of watching a show you can imagine, with outdoor theater shows, dinner varieties, festivals and more, you will always find something interesting to watch here. Be entertained by the circus-like atmosphere and fun and lively staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Versitile Community Center |
Mengestrasse 20 Hamburg 21107 Germany +40 75 2 0170 http://64.233.179.104/translat... |
This community center is located right in the center of Hamburg, and is suitable for a variety of different events and services. The theater seats up to 600 people, and you can always find something going on here, from theatrical shows and concerts, to courses in yoga and activities for children. Serving the citizens of Hamburg since 1985, the community centre William castle, has a restaurant on the premises, and offers inexpensive areas for conferences and celebrations of every kind. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Hamburg congress centre |
Marseiller Straße 1 Univiertel Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 3569 x0 (Büro) http://www.cch.de/ |
Hamburg Congress has 19 large function rooms for up to 10,000 people, and is one of the biggest modern event venues in Europe. 200 annual congresses, meetings, lectures and conferences take place here, and just as many high-carat cultural events, such as concerts with renowned international artists and balls. A hotel and several restaurants and cafés are part of the complex, and Dammtor station, as well as the 12 trade fair halls, with a total of over 64,000 square metres of showrooms, are within walking distance. The sound quality at the exquisite CCH concerts is excellent. An audience of up to 3,000 people can be seated in Saal I. The homepage has information on services, equipment and package arrangements, as well as the current programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Musicals galore |
Eimsbütteler Chaussee 5 Hamburg, Hamburg 20259 Germany +49 (0)40 431 8600 http://www.delphi-showpalast.de |
Since 1998 the privately maintained Star Theater has been located in a former high society disco in Eimsbüttel. It is Hamburg's only theatre where food is available. The theatre's café is open from 5pm daily. The establishment mainly stages musicals, but among other special events there are also frequent midnight revues and guest appearances. A firm favourite at the Star Theater is 'Freak Out', a 1970's musical with lots of loud costumes and excellent dancing, and 'Shout', where Beehive Girls pay homage to great ladies like Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross and Janis Joplin. Other musicals are also staged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Medieval theatre in spectacular, open-air setting |
Auf dem Sande 1 (Theater in der Speicherstadt) Hamburg, Hamburg 20457 Germany +49 (0)40 369 6237 http://www.speicherstadt.net |
Put on in a spectacular setting by the canal, this open-air theatre festival attracts thousands of visitors from all over the region every July and August. Although it dates back 500 years, the medieval play, which deals with themes such as death and the devil, love and forgiveness, seems as contemporary as ever. Director Michael Batz's interpretation of the (somewhat gruesome) piece is full of wit and humour, and contains numerous parodies of current affairs. All in all, the play provides a multifaceted portrait of Hamburg society. Irony, satire and humour at its best. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of Germany's best theatres |
Kirchenallee 39 Hamburg, Hamburg 20099 Germany +49 (0)40 24 8710 http://www.schauspielhaus.de/ |
This theatre, one of the biggest in the country, has been named Theatre of the Year on several occasions. The magnificent white building, which dates from 1900, has a Rococo style interior; busts of Goethe, Schiller, Lessing and Kleist are reminders of Germany's rich theatrical tradition. Leading actors and directors such as Gustav Gründgens, Ulrich Wildgruber, Karin Beier, Christoph Marthaler have all worked here, and the Schauspielhaus still attracts some of Germany's biggest names. Some plays are written especially for the Schauspielhaus and many others are premiered on one of the three stages (Großes Haus, Malersaal and Kantine). Productions tend to be ground-breaking and innovative. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A festival with young directors and actors |
Hartungstraße 9-11 Hamburg, Hamburg 22589 Germany +49 (0)40 3005 1300 (Information für Touristen) http://www.hamburger-kammerspi... |
Hamburg's theatre scene is very diverse, and festivals for new talent see to it that it stays that way. "Die Wüste lebt" (The Desert is Alive) is one such festival. Every year, young directors and artists present their projects on stage at the Hamburger Kammerspiele; their contemporary works are just as new as the faces of the performers. If you would like to experience a somewhat different night of theatre, you can do so during this ten day festival. See local press and Web site for details of programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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British and American plays |
Lerchenfeld 14 Hamburg, Hamburg 22081 Germany +49 (0)40 227 7089 http://www.englishtheatre.de/ |
Hamburg's only professional English-speaking theatre has already become an institution in the city. Comedies and crime works by contemporary British and American authors are performed in naturalistic scenery by an almost entirely British cast. School classes are often brought here and try to grasp at least the gist of what is happening on stage. The theatre even supplies teaching material on each play as a special service. The lobby and bar are rather plain and the only real problem here is the so-called air conditioning system. Fresh air provided merely by opening all the windows during intervals! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Germany's biggest private stage |
Mundsburger Damm 60 Hamburg, Hamburg 22087 Germany +49 (0)40 2270 1420 http://www.ernst-deutsch-theat... |
The Ernst-Deutsch-Theater is one of Germany's biggest privately maintained stages. Wolfgang Borchert and Friedrich Schütter founded it in 1951 and it is named after and stands in memory of the actor Ernst Deutsch. The theatre is easily reached on foot from the Mundsburg metro station. Classic and modern plays are performed here strictly according to the original scripts. The emphasis is on works dealing with social critique and political issues, but there is also a choice of light and entertaining pieces on the programme, as well as projects by independent drama groups. In addition to young talents, you will encounter famous actors both on stage and among the audience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre and cabaret in the old town |
Heiligengeistbrücke Hamburg, Hamburg 20459 Germany |
This cultural summer festival takes place in Hamburg's beautiful old town. On the so-called "Fleet" island, which is lined by little canals. The varied programme of excellent cabaret, live music and international street theatre attracts a lot of spectators. If you like open-air entertainment and are interested in comedy, artistry and good concerts, this festival is for you. And if all else fails, there is always exquisite food and drink on offer at the Fleetinsel Festival. You may also bring your own drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Entertainment in a tent |
Glacischaussee 4 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 398 8140 http://www.fliegende-bauten.de |
The Platz der Fliegenden Bauten (meaning 'square of the flying buildings') is, in fact, a tent and a popular venue for performances by international circuses, theatre groups, ballet ensembles, comedians and the like. The events change every month. Visitors can choose from a small but fine selection of meals before the show. Check out the Web site or the daily papers for information on the current programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fools Garden |
Lerchenstraße 113 Schanzenviertel Hamburg, Hamburg 22767 Germany +49 (0)40 43 6582 http://www.foolsgarden-theater... |
At the legendary Fools Garden you are presented with a varied programme: They do a lot of satirical revue, but there are also song recitals, evening dance, cabaret, magic and improvised acting. On the little stage you will see both professionals and up-and-coming artists who are supported by the house. On the last Thursday of each month there is a Poetry Slam which is well worth seeing, and well worth listening to! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artistic Venue |
Klosterwall 23 Hamburg 20095 Germany +49 040 32 46 32 http://www.akademie-der-kuenst... |
Freie Akademie Der Künst was once frequented by the likes of Plato and other philosophers. Keeping in the spirit of its predecessors, the academy is a home to poets, artists, writers, designers, architects, actors, and many more artistically inclined people. The site plays host to a variety of performances and art exhibits to promote modern art. The academy also accommodates personal events and lets organizers utilize the facilities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Bring the kids! |
Hasselbrookstraße 25 Hamburg, Hamburg 22089 Germany +49 (0)40 250 7270 http://www.fundus-theater.de/ |
Bring the kids! They are more than welcome here. This distinguished puppet theatre in the neighbourhood of Eilbek caters(not only) to children over the age of 5 years. The plays often deal with problems which children are confronted with in their everyday life. If you are planning a visit with a group please book in advance! And the accompanying adults should not forget the ear plugs... The Fundus also produces its own stagings, as well as independent theatre groups giving independent theatre groups a forum to present their work. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Annual cabaret festival |
Spielbudenplatz 29/30 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 4711 0666 http://www.st-pauli-theater.de/ |
The encyclopedia has the following definition for the term cabaret: "An ironical performance analysing contemporary issues, with mainly topical political references, which are presented in dialogues, sketches, parodies and chansons by one or more actors". Live on stage at the cabaret festival in Hamburg, every bit of this definition is proven. There are lots of cabaret nights with satire and the year's issues are mocked, but the many facets of the genre are best experienced at this festival. Not only the stars and the old masters of cabaret go on stage here, but the audience also gets to meet some new faces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre and concerts - a real experience |
Max-Brauer-Allee 16 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 4412 3660 http://www.hamburger-kammerspi... |
This lovely and intimate privately-run theater is one of the city's top spots for culture vultures. Plays have been staged here since 1918, when Erich Ziegel opened the house with a Frank-Wedekind-Week. Later on, a Jewish Cultural Federation had its offices here, and in 1945, Ida Ehre saved the theater by campaigning against its closure. This is the place to watch first class theatre; sometimes concerts are also held here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Christmas market at Gänsemarkt |
Gänsemarkt Hamburg, Hamburg 20354 Germany +49 (0)40 3005 1300 http://www.hamburg-tourism.de/... |
This small and atmospheric Christmas market at Gänsemarkt is one of the most popular seasonal attractions in Hamburg's city centre. In addition to stalls selling tasty snacks and steaming hot drinks, visitors will find a wide selection of high quality Christmas gifts made by local craftsmen. The market is enriched by a series of special seasonal shows performed on stage. The market is a great place for young and old alike! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One man theatre on the Fleetinsel |
Rostocker Strasse 18 (Hinterhof) Hamburg, Hamburg 20099 Germany +49 (0)40 36 6663 http://www.theater-imago.de./ |
Vienna's Peter May has found a nice home for his small literature theatre on the Fleetinsel in Hamburg's New Town. After he perfected the arts of ballet dancing, singing and acting, May worked for various renowned establishments such as the Landestheater Schleswig-Holstein, the Schaupielhaus Zürich and the Schiller Theatre in Berlin. There were quite a few difficult obstacles to overcome on the way to his own Imago Theater as we know it today. His one-man productions of various authors' works, such as Kafka, Hesse, Becket, Tolstoi, Ionesco, Camus, Turrini and Böll, have been staged in Hamburg's smallest theatre since 1987. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Musicals and comedy |
Reeperbahn 5 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 31 3114 http://www.imperial-theater.de |
The privately-run Imperial Theater is located at the beginning of the Reeperbahn, Hamburg's notorious red-light strip. The Hotel Imperial is located in the same building, which might solve any problems if you can't get home after a long night out. The theatre seats 280 and features musicals like the 'Rocky Horror Picture Show', comedy nights, children's theatre and the odd striptease, a common sight in the red light district. There is a bar in the foyer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cultural centre with theatre stages and concert rooms |
Jarrestraße 20 Hamburg, Hamburg 22303 Germany +49 (0)40 270 9490 http://www.kampnagel.de/ |
The factory halls built here in 1865 are now the venue of a culture complex of international renown. There are concert halls, nightclubs, and a cinema. The many stages are mainly used by independent theatre companies and are much frequented. The halls were actually meant to be demolished in the 1980s, but now they are no longer to be ignored. Many international festivals are also held here, be they in the fields of dance, music or theatre. Moreover, popular flea and antiques markets take place here, and there is a café and bar for visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dance and drama festival for international newcomers |
Jarrestraße 20-24 (Kampnagelfabrik) Hamburg, Hamburg 22303 Germany +49 (0)40 2709 4949 (Karten) http://www.kampnagel.de |
The festival for international newcomers in the fields of dance and drama takes place at Kampnagel every year. Put together on a relatively low budget, the festival features guest performances by international groups as well as local productions. Excellent organisation and the ambitious efforts of everyone involved have made the festival very popular. Those who like provocative, sometimes wild performances will find all this and more at the festival. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basement theatre |
Jevenstedter Street 55 Hamburg, Hamburg 22547 Germany +49 (0)40 84 5652 http://www.kellertheater.de |
At the Basement Theater, opposite the Musikhalle, dedicated theatre regulars will find a pleasantly versatile programme, which is performed by an amateur group. Even the very young theatre-goer will be satisfied with the fairytales, crime story plays and musicals for children. The little Prince is not really just a fairytale for children of course. For the adult audience there are guest performances, readings, classic to modern comedies and tragedies and crime stories on the programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Comedy at its best |
Hudtwalckerstraße 13 Hamburg, Hamburg 22299 Germany +49 (0)40 4806 8080 / +49 (0)40 4806 8090 http://www.komoedie-winterhude... |
Leave your bad mood at home when you visit the Komödie Winterhuder Fährhaus. Since 1988, the cast has been infecting audiences with their energy and first-rate performances from all areas of the comedy genre. Evelyn Hamann, Harald Juhnke and Witta Pohl have all performed here. In the adjacent restaurant Allegria, you can have a good glass of wine or a set meal which you can start before the theatre play begins, and continue afterwards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Place for (not only) homeless people |
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Straße 81 Hamburg, Hamburg 20355 Germany +49 (0)40 2805 1462 |
The Mission is an original place with real characters. A team of former homeless people organise daily cultural entertainment with live music, drama groups and performances in order to bring homeless people together. "Creative measures against coldness" you might call it. There are frequent independent music events with real "independent" bands in the literal sense of the word. So if you would like to spend an evening with lots of interesting and exciting people, you should pay a visit to the Mission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Experimental theatre |
Friedensallee 20 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 390 3148 http://www.monsun-theater.de/ |
The Monsun Theatre, near the Theatre in the Basilika, is open to all varieties of experimental stage performance. Be it acting, dancing, recital or classical to "jazzical" concerts - all kinds of guest productions are staged here, and it is guest performances only! If you fancy watching the works of a Russian playwright for a change, the so-called "Einfache Bühne / simple stage" is the place to go. It's a German-Russian theatre at the Monsun. Interesting stagings are guaranteed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Broadway Hits |
Kehrwieder 6 Hamburg, Hamburg 20457 Germany +49 (0)40 4316 5490 / +49 (0)40 1805 4444/+49 (0)40 3118 6100 http://www.stage-entertainment... |
Fans of musicals flock to this theatre on a regular basis to see all the hottest Broadway and Broadway-style musicals. Whether you're in the mood for a little Phantom of the Opera or some Dirty Dancing, Neue Flora's got what you need. See website for full calendar of events, online ticketing and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come watch captivating theatre |
Stresemannstraße 159 a Hamburg, Hamburg 22769 Germany +49 (0)1805 4444 |
Andrew Lloyd Weber's classic musical has been captivating audiences since it opened here in 1990. With over 1,800 seats, the Neue Flora is Europe's biggest musical theatre and was built especially for big theater shows. The interesting architecture combines classic red brick, typical of many edifices in Hamburg, with plain but impressive modern elements. Where better to spend an evening filled with passion, superb scores and dazzling special effects? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North German dialect at its best |
Große Bleichen 23-25 Hamburg 20354 Germany +49 (0)40 350 8030 http://www.ohnsorg.de/ |
The well-known Ohnsorg Theatre, named after its founder Dr. Richard Ohnsorg, hosts regular performances of folk plays, all of which are performed in "Low German" dialect. It is the only professional theatre in Germany to do so. Many pieces are broadcast on TV and radio by the North German Broadcasting Corporation (NDR). With a large ensemble and big names such as Heidi Kabel, Henry Vahl and Edgar Bessen, the Ohnsorg Theatre rarely disappoints. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From cabaret to Cats |
Spielbudenplatz 1 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 31 1170 |
The Operettenhaus on Spielbudenplatz has a rich history. Opened in 1840 as a circus, the 3,000-seat building has been used for every conceivable kind of entertainment including dressage shows, comedies and musicals, and has changed its name several times over the decades. A popular cabaret venue in the early 1900s, many a star was born here until the building was destroyed in a 1943 air raid. A new building was opened on the same site in 1953 and has since become a beloved venue for musicals, such as Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The guest becomes an actor |
Gotenstraße 6 Hamburg, Hamburg 20097 Germany +49 (0)40 2371 0310 http://www.scharlatan.de |
The Scharlatan-theater is not a theater in the conventional sense. It is an action-theater, which plays among and with its audience. For example, excellent and entertaining stand-up comedy is offered where disguised actors pretend to be waiters and cause confusion. For private events, Scharlatan presents tried and tested programs which provide entertainment and communicative action. With over 15 years of tradition, it is the oldest theater of its kind in Germany. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Floating theatre |
Holzbrücke 2 Nikolaifleet Hamburg, Hamburg 20459 Germany +49 (0)40 6965 0580 http://www.theaterschiff.de/ |
In the 1980s, Christa and Eberhard Möbius turned their ship into a floating theatre. The 120-seater ship is docked in a picturesque part of the old town near the Nikolaifleet. The theatre, originally founded in 1975, is the only one of its kind in Europe, and the 'crew' present a programme of literary plays, cabaret and satire, aided by the occasional prominent guest. Das Schiff also puts on plays especially for children. See the daily press for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The oldest theatre in St. Pauli |
Spielbudenplatz 29/30 Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 4711 0666 http://www.st-pauli-theater.de/ |
St. Pauli's oldest theater is located on the Reeperbahn, right next to the legendary Davidwache (David's Watch). The exterior we see today dates from 1898. If you're in the mood for a pantomime, musical or mariner's tale, then be sure to visit this playhouse. Many a famous name has performed here and there is good reason to be optimistic that many more will follow. Check the website for details about performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hamburg's oldest and largest theatre |
Alstertor Hamburg, Hamburg 20095 Germany +49 (0)40 3281 4444 http://www.thalia-theater.de |
Founded in 1843, the Thalia is Hamburg's oldest theatre and is still regarded as one of the best stages in the country. With an average of 357 performances and 250,000 visitors every year, the Thalia is by far and away the most popular theatre in the city and one of the largest in the country. It is also, in contrast to many other state-run theatres, highly profitable. The programme includes both classic and contemporary pieces. The present, neo-classical building was built in 1912 and is situated near the Alster. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Versatile ensemble |
Marschnerstraße 46 Hamburg, Hamburg 22081 Germany +49 (0)40 29 2665 http://www.tadm.de |
This little theatre is already one hundred years old. It is privately maintained by a society. You will mainly get to see entertaining comedies, crime stories and concerts for children and adults here. But this establishment is distinguished by frequent presentations of foreign language plays, as well. Performances in English are one thing, those in the local dialect Plattdeutsch are another, because for many people, even locals, this dialect does also belong to the foreign languages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theater für Kinder |
Max-Brauer-Allee 76 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 38 2538 http://www.theater-fuer-kinder... |
Germany's oldest theatre for children seats an audience of 226 people and is located in Altona. Since 1968, it has staged everything from classic plays to opera and ballet for kids over the age of five. As one would expect, the Christmas period sees many a production of fairy-tales. School classes and kindergarten groups are welcome to attend a morning performance, whereas the afternoon show is reserved for families. Owner and manager Uwe Deeken has recently opened a bistro to cater for guests of all ages. Upon request, the theatre company can also be booked for shows at schools or local festivals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Renowned little theatre near the Alster |
Alsterchaussee 30 Hamburg, Hamburg 20149 Germany +49 (0)40 44 6539 |
This little theatre near the Outer Alster lake belongs to Hamburg´s private establishments. It was founded by Helmuth Gmelin in 1948 and is located in a beautiful former country house built in 1829. Manager Gerda Gmelin presents critical contemporary plays here, but the theatre´s programme ranges from classic acting and stagings of crime stories to musicals. As early as the 1950s, the first German staging of Becket´s "Godot" contributed to the excellent reputation of this renowned house. The halls seats an audience of 115 guests. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Once a machine factory |
Borselstraße 14-16 Hamburg, Hamburg 22765 Germany +49 (0)40 390 4611 http://www.theater-basilika.de/ |
What was once a machine factory has, in the last ten years, been transformed into the scene of exquisite entertainment. The building's history creates a unique atmosphere at the Theatre in the Basilica. The company belongs to the independent groups within Hamburg's theatre scene. Over the last ten years, they have been staging comedies by contemporary English and American authors. The programme does, however, also include works by the great German comedian Loriot. The wide variety in the programme appeals to both young and old. Parking facilities are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where children's dreams come true |
Brooksdamm-Stockbrücke, Am Auehafen Hamburg, Schleswig-Holstein 22880 Germany +49 (0)4103 8 5836 http://www.batavia-wedel.de/ |
The Batavia theatre ship is located on the Au, a stream in Wedel. There is a stage inside the ship's small but cosy restaurant room on the upper deck. Plays for children have been staged here since 1974. The theatre has produced more than 25 of its own plays, which are now famous outside Wedel. They are all staged in a suitable manner for children, and their songs and tunes are rather popular among the young audience. Shows are held in the evenings and afternoons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Kids Venue |
Sternschanze 4 Hamburg 20357 Germany http://www.abendblatt.de/daten... |
Located in the heart of Hamburg, Zelt Theater (Tent Theater) is a large venue set inside a tent. The site is home to exciting, family-friendly circuses and magic shows that will keep guests entertained for days. Check website for complete details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre for kids by kids |
Kaiser-Friedrich-Ufer 27 Hamburg, Hamburg 20253 Germany +49 (0)40 4223 0620 http://www.theaterzeppelin.de/ |
Now, this really is something special! At Zeppelin, children perform stage plays for children. Productions range from fairy-tales to staging their own stories and even comic strips. They also have a theatre school here, in which kids over the age of 6 can learn about acting and the stage. Yet that's not all: Zeppelin publishes its own magazine in which children and teenagers write articles on a wide range of interesting topics for their peers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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