Hello Berlin, a city with a strong cultural history and thriving Performing Arts scene. If you are into theatre or music, you’re gonna love it!!! Learn about Berlin’s historic theatres and concert halls on a walking tour of these historic buildings and rediscover this captivating city. So prepare for an insider’s view into the artistic heritage that has permeated Berlin becoming what it is today: a cultural hub!
1. Start your Journey: Berliner Ensemble
Our destination begins in Mitte with the Berliner Ensemble. This legendary Bertolt Brecht founded theatre is still a symbol of artistic and political expression. Watch a play or a performance, study the fascinating history of the theatre, and marvel at the innovative productions which happen on its stage.
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But don’t forget to book your tickets in advance to ensure you make it to one of the Berliner Enensemble’s incredible shows.
2. Explore the Legendary Berliner Philharmonie
The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the most important orchestras of our time, today represented by the Berlin Philharmonie, one of the most famous buildings of Berlin and one of the most famous in the world. Must see for music lovers is Hans Scharoun’s architectural masterpiece. Immerse yourself in the wonderful interior, hear about its amazing acoustical qualities, and revel in the wonderful music that has been heard in this hall.
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If pocket money is not tight, you should splurge and see a live performance from the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. And it’s an experience you won’t forget!
3. Discover the Historic Deutsches Theater
We then go to the Deutsches Theater, one of Germany’s leading theatrical houses. This historic venue was founded in 1850 and has seen a veritable flood of groundbreaking productions throughout the years. You can take a backstage tour to learn about the theatre’s fascinating past, discover the theatre’s architecture, or see what happens behind the scenes of a working theatre.
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If you’re not fluent in German, check the Deutsches Theater’s schedule for English language productions. This is a terrific way to take in some local theatre and get some performances with subtitles.
4. Go Immersed in History in the Friedrichstadt Palast
It couldn’t be one of these, before we visited the glamorous Friedrichstadt-Palast on our tour. Its amazing revue shows have made it an iconic venue for Berlin’s entertainment history. Enjoy the amazing performances, beautiful costumes and the show you are watching.
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In the lavish foyer, head to the bar early to enjoy your pre show drink and enjoy your overall Friedrichstadt-Palast experience being as early as you can to get a seat.
5. Find out the Secrets of Schiller Theater
This brings us to our last stop: the beautiful Schiller Theater formerly the State Opera. As an integral part of the Berlin’s opera scene this theatre is a classical architecture with a long history that dates back to the 19th century. Rather take a guided tour to discover opulent interiors, new facts about glorious past and appreciation for art opera in more depth.
Insider tip:
If you’re not fluent in German you can check the schedule to see if there are English surtitles. This will really provide you with good understanding and enjoy the operas performed at the Schiller Theatre.
In Conclusion
If you want to get to know the cultural heritage of Berlin, then an excellent thing to do would be to set off on walking tour of the city’s historic theatres and concert halls. When you go to any of these venues, you will be at an iconic institution, or you will be in a hidden gem, and you are going to come away with a much deeper understanding and a much great appreciation for the performing arts. Make use of the digital time that is available, make a reservation here, put on your comfy shoes, and prepare to embark on a journey of historic meets artistic performance!
Are you prepared to learn about Berlin’s theatre and music scene? Come along with us, to visit these wonderful historic venues, and come away swept along by charm and grandeur!
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