Theater Duisburg, Opera house in Duisburg-Mitte, Germany
Theater Duisburg is an opera house in the city center featuring neoclassical architecture that commands attention. Six Ionian columns support a triangular gable, and inside there are multiple levels with a main foyer, seating areas, and smaller performance spaces.
The building opened in 1912 and suffered damage during a 1942 air raid following a Tannhäuser performance in the Second World War. It reopened after reconstruction in 1950.
The building displays an inscription from Friedrich Schiller's poem 'The Artists' that greets visitors as they arrive. This text reflects the importance the space holds for artists and art lovers in the region.
The building is located near König-Heinrich-Platz station and is reachable by car with parking available at the nearby City Palais complex. Wheelchair access is provided through a stair lift system.
A special foyer located on the third floor under the roof hosts smaller productions and gatherings during performance intervals. This hidden space offers visitors a different view of the artistic life within the building.
Location: Duisburg-Mitte
Location: Duisburg
Architects: Martin Dülfer
Official opening: 1912
Architectural style: neoclassicism
Website: https://www2.duisburg.de/theater/start.php
GPS coordinates: 51.43486,6.77073
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08
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