Kiel Opera House

The Kiel Opera House is a three-story building with a grand entrance, elaborate facade details, and multiple performance spaces inside. The structure houses a main theater along with additional rooms designed for various types of productions.

The building was designed by architect Heinrich Seeling and opened around 1907. Since then it has served as a central cultural institution in the city.

The opera house hosts operas, ballets, and symphony concerts that draw audiences from across the region throughout the year. The performances range from classical to contemporary works and shape the cultural life of Kiel.

Visitors can ask about guided tours which may be available during non-performance times to explore the interior. Access to interior spaces is generally good, though it is wise to check opening times in advance.

Inside, the original stage machinery from the early 20th century still works and shows how stage effects and scene changes were handled mechanically back then. These machines reveal the technical craft of theater engineering from that era.

Location: Kiel

Location: Vorstadt

Architects: Heinrich Seeling

Official opening: 1907

Part of: Theater Kiel, list of Cultural heritage monuments in Kiel-Vorstadt

Address: Rathauspl. 4, 24103 Kiel

Phone: +49431901901

Website: https://theater-kiel.de

GPS coordinates: 54.32310,10.13330

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:50