The Best Local Theaters in Berlin

Discover the best local theaters in Berlin. From classic plays and contemporary performances to ballet and musical, the city has something to offer for every theater enthusiast. Enjoy a night out at Waldbühne with stars from all around the world. Or enjoy performances at Maxim Gorki Theater, the smallest theater in Berlin. Explore these and many more local gems, handpicked by our Spotters, and enjoy Berlin’s rich theater scene.

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Our Locals' Favorite Theaters

Cheong Kin

Our local in Berlin

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Our local in Berlin

You?

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Our local in Berlin

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Our local in Berlin

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Our local in Berlin

Celina

Our local in Berlin

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Our local in Berlin

Anna

Our local in Berlin

Robin

Our local in Berlin

Josephine

Our local in Berlin

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Cheong Kin

Our local in Berlin

Rafael

Our local in Berlin

You?

Quélia

Our local in Berlin

Nursu

Our local in Berlin

Luiza

Our local in Berlin

Celina

Our local in Berlin

Natalie

Our local in Berlin

Anna

Our local in Berlin

Robin

Our local in Berlin

Josephine

Our local in Berlin

2 Hidden Gems

Maxim Gorki Theater

Smallest but greatest theater

"Maxim Gorki Theater" in Berlin is one of a kind. It's the smallest one but its plays are always thoughtful and I love eating leisurely at the cafeteria...

Theaters

Anna

Hantelmann

Feb 28, 2025

Waldbühne

The original open air location

"Waldbühne" Berlin is a yearly "concert house" in the open air with an amazing program and featuring stars from all around the world...

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Theaters

Robin

Hartmann

Feb 28, 2025

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The Best Local Theaters in Berlin

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Theaters

Cheong Kin

Rafael

You?

Quélia

Nursu

Luiza

Celina

Natalie

Anna

Robin

Josephine

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Cheong Kin

Rafael

You?

Quélia

Nursu

Luiza

Celina

Natalie

Anna

Robin

Josephine

Maxim Gorki Theater

Smallest but greatest theater

Anna

Hantelmann

Waldbühne

The original open air location

Robin

Hartmann

Heading to Theaters?

... for just €9.99

Going to Theaters?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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