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Catch a play at Volkstheater, Vienna's 'People's Theater' in Neubau. Take your seat in a handsome 1889 auditorium for a classic, reinterpreted or contemporary production.
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Volkstheater opened in 1889 as a public alternative to the Burgtheater, founded to bring serious drama to audiences beyond court society, and the Fellner and Helmer building reflects that ambition. Today it stages classic plays, fresh reinterpretations and contemporary works in a handsome auditorium.
Reviewers praise the building, the friendly staff and the innovative productions, and note that some English-language shows are offered. Evening performances run roughly two and a half hours, suiting visitors who enjoy spoken theatre as much as music.
Volkstheater opened in 1889 as a public alternative to the Burgtheater, founded to bring serious drama to audiences beyond court society, and the Fellner and Helmer building reflects that ambition. Today it stages classic plays, fresh reinterpretations and contemporary works in a handsome auditorium.
Reviewers praise the building, the friendly staff and the innovative productions, and note that some English-language shows are offered. Evening performances run roughly two and a half hours, suiting visitors who enjoy spoken theatre as much as music.
Duration
2h30
Best time
early evening or evening
Intensity
Easy pace
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amazing & beautiful building, super kind staff, great location in general. i always love the plays they play there ! truly innovative stuff !
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