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About Altes Theater

Altes Theater, part of the Anhaltisches Theater Dessau umbrella, sits at Lily-Herking-Platz 1 in Dessau-Roßlau. This cultural hub operates as Kulturzentrum Altes Theater since 2008 and hosts a diverse mix of puppet theatre, studio productions, and main-stage performances. With three intimate spaces, it’s easy to secure your seats for a wide range of events—from family puppet shows to orchestral evenings.

Whether you’re visiting for a performance or exploring the building’s history, we’ve got the details you need to plan a smooth night out: seating capacities, parking options, transit links, and nearby hotel and dining choices. Consider this your insider guide to a seamless theatre outing in Dessau.

Altes Theater is a cornerstone of Dessau-Roßlau’s cultural scene, not just a venue but a gateway to the city’s performing arts. The Puppentheater seats about 100, the Studio around 120, and the main stage capacity is not publicly published. For some events, the Konzert-Kaffee Altes Theater lists around 360 seats. To make the most of your visit, check exact seating on your event page, and arrive with time to enjoy nearby dining or a pre-show drink.

Parking is convenient with an underground lot at the Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel, right opposite the theater (access via Friedensplatz 1). Dessau Hauptbahnhof is about a 15-minute walk away, and local bus/tram stops include Am Bauhausmuseum for easy access. If you’re staying nearby, the Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel is a top affiliate option with reliable location and amenities. We’ve linked trusted hotels and restaurants that work well with theatre schedules, so you can book with confidence and secure your seats for an enjoyable evening in Dessau.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Lily-Herking-Platz 1, 06844 Dessau-Roßlau, Germany.
  • Venue type: Small venue within Anhaltisches Theater Dessau; three stages (Puppentheater, Studio, and main Altes Theater space).
  • Seating: Puppentheater ca. 100 seats; Studio ca. 120 seats; main-stage capacity not publicly published; Konzert-Kaffee Altes Theater cited as about 360 seats for some events.
  • Parking: Underground car park at Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel opposite the theatre (access via Friedensplatz 1).
  • Transit: Dessau Hauptbahnhof ~15-minute walk; nearby bus/tram stops include Am Bauhausmuseum.
  • Nearby hotels: Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel opposite the theatre.
  • Notable events: Puppet theatre performances; diverse productions under the Anhaltisches Theater umbrella; hosts musicals, drama, and orchestral events in Dessau.
  • Demolished/renamed: Not demolished; currently operating as Kulturzentrum Altes Theater since 2008.