Volkstheater Millowitsch, Traditional theater in Cologne, Germany
Description
Volkstheater Millowitsch is a theater building on Aachener Straße in Cologne that specializes in folk theater and Rhineland comedy. The auditorium seats 383 people and includes accessible sections for wheelchair users.
History
Actor Willy Millowitsch founded the theater in 1945 after World War II and established it as a permanent institution in Cologne. In 1953, the first live television broadcast of a stage performance in Germany aired from here.
Culture
The venue takes its name from the Millowitsch family, who shaped its character over generations and connected it to Rhineland theatrical tradition. Many productions continue to be staged in Kölsch, keeping the bond with local audiences alive.
Practical
The theater sits close to Hahnentor and Rudolfplatz stops and is easy to reach by public transport. Tickets range from 19 to 24 euros, and access is available for wheelchair users.
Did you know?
Originally, the ensemble was a traveling troupe during the Great Depression before settling down permanently. Many artists of Rhineland dialect and local music groups began their careers on this stage.
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