Theater Rudolstadt

Theater Rudolstadt is a performance venue in the city center with classical architectural features and a traditional stage layout. The building hosts theatrical productions, concerts, and other performances with contemporary technical equipment.

A local prince established this theater in 1794 as a wooden structure for performances during a regional celebration. It later became an important cultural venue that attracted notable artists and audiences throughout the 19th century.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe managed the theater's program selection from 1794 to 1803, introducing works by Schiller and Mozart to the local audience.

The venue sits in the city center and is easy to reach on foot. Check the event schedule in advance to find performances that interest you and plan your visit accordingly.

One of the earliest performances of Wagner's opera Tannhäuser took place here in 1855, just a few years after its world premiere. This shows how quickly new operatic works reached even smaller theaters during that period.

Location: Rudolstadt

Official opening: 1794

Website: https://theater-rudolstadt.de

GPS coordinates: 50.71840,11.33610

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:05