Meiningen State Theatre, Theatre company in Meiningen, Germany
Meiningen State Theatre is a venue housed in a classical building at Bernhardstraße 5 that presents operas, dramas, concerts, and puppet theatre performances. The ensemble offers a diverse program throughout the year in this long-established house.
The institution was founded in 1831 as Meininger Hoftheater under royal patronage. It transitioned to state ownership in 1920 when the monarchy ended.
The orchestra here, called the Meininger Hofkapelle, shapes the city's cultural life through regular concerts and opera accompaniments that run throughout each season. This ensemble connects the theatre's musical traditions with present-day performances.
The theatre is centrally located in the city and is easily reached by regular bus lines. It helps to check ahead since performance schedules vary depending on the season.
From 1874 to 1890, the ensemble Die Meininger developed new directing methods that spread rapidly across Europe. These innovations still influence how theatres operate in many countries today.
Location: Meiningen
Inception: 1831
Industry: creative industries
Website: https://staatstheater-meiningen.de/start
GPS coordinates: 50.57333,10.41611
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22
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