On September 24, 1961 the Opernhaus that had been inaugurated in 1912 and destroyed during the War was reopened as Deutsche Oper Berlin: Ever since it has been BerlinŽs largest music theatre, featuring among the most modern institutions in Europe. The straightforward and elegant building that was realized by architect Fritz Bornemann guarantees a maximum viewing and hearing experience for every visitor.

From its beginnings, the opera house in Bismarckstraße was designed for the production of the major works of the 19th and early 20th century – Wagner, Verdi, Puccini, Strauss and many others. Supplementary to the programme, and extending the core repertoire, are rediscovered or banned works from the first half of the 20th century. The Deutsche Oper has a carefully nurtured repertoire of approximately 70 opera productions, each bearing the individual stamp of their respective directors.

Since the beginning of the 2006|2007 season, director Kirsten Harms, in her capacity as Intendant, has been in charge of the artistic programme and responsible for a root-and-branch 'changing of the guard'. New Musical Director in the Bismarckstraße since August 2009 has been the Wagner and Strauss expert Donald Runnicles. Soloists of international repute, famous directors and conductors and an excellent ensemble made up of singers, chorus and musicians have established the Deutsche Oper Berlin as one of the great opera houses of the world. Artistic refinement and bold innovation have a proud tradition at the Deutsche Oper Berlin.

Deutsche Oper Berlin

Deutsche Oper Berlin
Bismarckstraße 35
10627 Berlin


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