Waldbühne, Open-air theater in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, Germany.
The Waldbühne accommodates approximately 22,000 spectators across three terraced levels built into a natural glacial valley, offering excellent acoustics and unobstructed views from every seat in this forest theater setting.
Designed by architect Werner March and constructed between 1936 and 1939, the theater originally served as a venue for Olympic Games events and was initially named after Dietrich Eckart before being renamed Waldbühne after World War II.
The theater draws inspiration from ancient Greek amphitheaters, particularly the theater of Epidaurus, and today hosts the Berlin Philharmonic's summer season alongside international rock concerts and classical music performances throughout the year.
Located within Berlin's Olympic Park, the venue is easily accessible by public transportation with nearby metro and bus connections, and transforms into an outdoor cinema during holiday seasons for film screenings under the stars.
The theater's construction utilizes a natural depression formed by ancient glacial activity, creating a 30-meter-deep amphitheater that enhances both the acoustic properties and the dramatic visual impact of performances held within this forested setting.
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