Looking for a different kind of music theatre? Located in the heart of Neukölln, Neuköllner Oper is Berlin’s smallest opera house in the city’s most vibrant district. Rooted in the free scene, it’s a place to discover the new and the unexpected – across all categories, genres, and themes – always entertaining, sensual, catchy, and simply pop. NO risk, NO fun!
ProfilE
NO pop, NO avantgarde! In the tradition of Volksoper, pop culture and experimentation are equally embraced at Neuköllner Oper. With a diverse programme that supports and brings together emerging talents and familiar faces, the full potential of the independent scene in Neukölln and Berlin is fully realized here. At the same time, the company operates and curates on an international scale.
HISTORY
NO history, NO future! Founded by an artist, the Neuköllner Oper carries the tradition of independent art and alternative music theatre in its DNA. With over 40 years of history, it is firmly rooted in its neighborhood – something already reflected in the fact that it bears its district’s name. Since 1988, it has been based on Karl-Marx-Straße, featuring a historic ballroom, a studio stage, and now two axolotls.
Team
NO team, NO show! Whether behind the tech desk, at the ticket shop, or in the office, the one thing all staff at the Neuköllner Oper share is a love for music theatre. At least once a week, everyone comes together for a staff meeting – complete with homemade cake.
ARTISTS
NO fear, NO limits! International, colorful, creative: the artists form the heart of the Neuköllner Oper and have complete freedom to realize their vision here. Adventurous, playful, and always virtuosic, they show what music theatre is truly capable of.
ASSOCIATION
NO opera without you! Making music theatre between pop and avant-garde possible – and promoting cultural education – can only happen with your support. Our 230 members help our sponsoring association each year with more than 10 productions featuring 150 artists.
Partners
NO network, NO community! A production house and network of permanent and freelance music theatre makers from all over the world – this only works through collaboration and dialogue. We thank all our partners for making it possible!
