Steered by Max Reinhardt from 1905 until 1932, the DT still ranks among Germany's top stages. Now under artistic director Ulrich Khuon, the repertoire includes both classical and contemporary plays that reflect the issues and big themes of today. Plays are also performed in the adjacent Kammerspiele and at the 80-seat Box. Some performances have English surtitles.
Deutsches Theater
Berlin
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