Das Weite Theater
Traditional puppet theatre
At the Weiten Theater in Berlin, theatre becomes an experience that surprises and enchants. Experience professional puppetry and theatre that impresses with music, imagination and artistic courage - in the heart of Lichtenberg.
A small hall. A cone of light. A figure begins to move - and suddenly you are in the centre of another world. At the Weiten Theater Berlin , stories are told in a lively, captivating and surprising way. For over 30 years, this theatre in Lichtenberg has been a special place for children, families and theatre lovers of all ages. The courage to try the unusual, the desire to experiment - and the deep conviction that puppets, drama and music can tell great stories together - are what make the Weite Theater so special.
What you can discover
The curtain rises almost daily for imaginative productions for children - and at weekends for the whole family. Young people and adults get their money's worth at selected evening events . The repertoire is as colourful as it is bold: whether classics, modern plays or experiments beyond familiar stage forms - the Weite Theater in Berlin thinks big and remains open to the surprising. New productions are created every season that show how diverse stories can be told.
Why this place inspires
The Weite Theater is more than just a puppet theatre - it is a space for creative freedom. Puppets, actors and music perform together, telling, complementing and questioning each other. The name says it all: "WEIT" stands for artistic freedom, for an understanding of theatre that is not afraid to cross boundaries. Each production harbours its own world - sometimes poetic, sometimes cheeky, sometimes touching, but always with attitude.
Origin & Vision
Founded in 1992, the Weite Theater has firmly established itself in the Berlin theatre scene - with perseverance, a love of experimentation and artistic clarity. It sees itself as a stage for children and adults alike, as a laboratory for new forms of puppet theatre and as a place for encounters. Theatre is made here that invites you to marvel and empathise - regardless of age.
Highlights
- Daily children's performances - imaginative, age-appropriate, sensitive
- Drama, puppets & music - three forms of expression, one language
- Evening events for adults & young people with depth
- Educational programmes for schools & daycare centres
- Always new productions - no season without a premiere
Tips for the neighbourhood
Located directly on the green Parkaue, a visit to the theatre can be ideally combined with a walk in the park or a detour to the neighbouring Theater an der Parkaue. Lichtenberg is also home to cosy cafés, family-friendly restaurants and playgrounds - perfect for a varied family outing.
Useful information
- Almost daily performances, tickets can be booked online
- Admission: Discounts for children, groups & families
- Accessibility: Information on request from the theatre
How to get there
- S+U Frankfurter Allee (S8, S41, S42, U5)
- Tram lines 16 & M13
- Easy to reach by bike
