Vaganten Bühne

Vaganten Bühne is a theater located in the basement of Delphi House on Kantstraße in Charlottenburg, presenting modern drama and spoken theater performances. This underground venue creates an intimate setting for its productions, hidden beneath the street level of the surrounding neighborhood.

The theater was founded in 1956 and performed across both eastern and western sectors of divided Berlin during the Cold War era. This presence on both sides of the partition represents an important cultural continuity during a time of political separation.

The theater presents contemporary plays by established and emerging playwrights that often address social issues relevant to today's audiences. The space provides room for experimental work and collaborates closely with artists connected to the artistic community in Berlin.

The theater is located underground, so allow extra time to find the entrance when visiting for the first time. The venue is relatively small and intimate, so it makes sense to check the program in advance and secure tickets early.

The name translates to vagrant or wandering theater, referencing medieval traveling performers who had no permanent home. This connection to historical uncertainty and movement reflects the post-war period in Berlin when the theater was established.

Location: Berlin

Operator: Vaganten Bühne gemeinnützige Theater GmbH

GPS coordinates: 52.50612,13.32857

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:25