Mecklenburg State Theatre

The Mecklenburg State Theatre is a neoclassical building situated at the Alter Garten, facing the Schwerin Castle across an ornate garden. The main auditorium seats approximately 550 people, while additional performance spaces like the Concert Foyer, E-Werk, and the new M*Halle provide varied venues for different events.

The origins trace back to 1563, when Duke Johann Albrecht I of Mecklenburg appointed David Köler as court conductor to establish a court orchestra. This musical group eventually evolved into the orchestral institution that exists today, building a long musical tradition in the region.

The venue serves as a hub for opera performances, orchestral concerts, and musical productions that draw regular audiences from across the region. The musicians and singers who perform here shape the cultural life of Schwerin through their presentations.

Plan your visit by checking performance schedules in advance and making your way to the venue at Alter Garten, where parking and public transport are readily available. The multiple performance spaces throughout the building allow for flexible programming and different types of events on the same day.

The Fritz-Reuter-Bühne stage produces performances in Low German language, a linguistic tradition rarely seen in contemporary professional theaters. This venue is the only professional ensemble of its kind dedicated to this regional language in the state.

Industry: creative industries

Website: https://mecklenburgisches-staatstheater.de

GPS coordinates: 53.62694,11.41722

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56