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The Schaubühne am Lehniner Platz, founded in 1962 by a group of students in Berlin-Kreuzberg, is one of the leading theaters in Germany. Since 1981, the theater has been located at the western end of Kurfürstendamm in Berlin-Wilmersdorf.
The Schaubühne am Lehniner Platz is known for its political and social engagement. The theater aims to address and critically question current societal discourses. Regular discussion series with renowned personalities such as Carolin Emcke, Heinz Bude, and Vanessa Vu contribute to reflecting and discussing societal developments[1][4].
The theater building, originally constructed in 1928 by Erich Mendelsohn as a cinema, was converted into a multifunctional theater between 1978 and 1981 under the direction of Jürgen Sawade. The flexible and variable auditorium design allows for the performance area to be changed as needed within the three halls. In recent years, extensive renovation and modernization measures have been carried out to keep the stage technology at the highest standard and to ensure its long-term usability[2][3].
Since 1999, Thomas Ostermeier has been a member of the artistic direction and has been the sole artistic director of the Schaubühne since 2009. The long-term leadership by Jürgen Schitthelm, who was active from 1962 to 2012, has significantly contributed to the development of the theater. Today, the Schaubühne is led by Friedrich Barner and Tobias Veit[1][3][4].
The Schaubühne am Lehniner Platz is a vibrant example of innovative and committed theater that shapes both local and international theater landscapes.
