Discover Viennese theatre in autumn

Vienna's diverse theatre landscape shapes the city's cultural life in a special way. The Burgtheater Vienna and the Volkstheater Vienna in particular are among the most renowned theatres in the capital. But the Theater in der Josefstadt, the Kammerspiele and the Akademietheater also inspire with varied performances and impressive staging.

Some of Vienna's most popular theatres are just a few minutes' walk from the Hotel Am Parkring. Experience cultural highlights at the highest level during your stay, whether great classics, modern interpretations or entertaining cabaret: Vienna's theatres have something for every taste.

Burgtheater Vienna - a stage with history

Located on Vienna's Ringstrasse, the Burgtheater is one of the most important theatres in Vienna. Built between 1874 and 1888 according to plans by Semper and Hasenauer, it impresses with its magnificent architecture and first-class programme. Productions by well-known authors and directors are on the programme at the Vienna Burgtheater all year round.

Behind the scenes of the Burgtheater in Vienna, stories are told about a house ghost who is said to make his presence felt especially after performances. During the First World War, the theatre was used as an armoury for the Austro-Hungarian army. During the Nazi era, the Burgtheater in Vienna was characterised by political censorship and persecution. Some works were reinterpreted for propaganda purposes or even cancelled. Jewish artists were excluded and had to flee. One actor even worked as a Gestapo informer. In April 1945, the theatre suffered severe damage during an air raid, but the steel structure was preserved.

Despite this history, today the Burgtheater in Vienna is a symbol of cultural diversity and a place of vibrant theatre art in Vienna.

Volkstheater Vienna - a stage for everyone

The Volkstheater in Vienna was founded in 1889 as a bourgeois alternative to the imperial Burgtheater in Vienna. The aim was to give a broad audience access to classical and modern theatre, affordable, direct and in a large auditorium instead of elite boxes. To this day, the Volkstheater in Vienna remains true to this claim.

The Volkstheater was already a pioneer when it opened, as it was completely electrically lit at a time when gas lighting was still common. Dark chapters are also part of the theatre's history. During the Nazi era, a luxurious Führerzimmer was set up in the building as a reception room for Adolf Hitler, who never appeared. Today, this room in the Vienna Volkstheater is used as a place of remembrance and debate.

The Volkstheater experienced a significant moment in 1963 with the performance of Bertolt Brecht's Mother Courage and Her Children. It was the first theatre in Vienna to break the long-standing Brecht boycott, a courageous step in post-war cultural policy. To this day, the Wiener Volkstheater stands for an exciting repertoire between classical, contemporary and social relevance and thus remains a central venue for lively theatre in Vienna.

More theatres in Vienna

The theatre landscape in Vienna is as diverse as the city itself. So that you don't lose track of all the theatres in Vienna, the staff at Schick Hotels have put together some special recommendations for you.

The Theater in der Josefstadt was founded in the 18th century and is the oldest theatre in Vienna with a focus on Austrian authors.

Musical fans get their money's worth at the Raimund Theatre in Vienna. The stage of the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien is known for spectacular shows and high-quality productions such as: The Phantom of the Opera, Mozart or I Am from Austria.

A special jewel in Vienna's first district is the Wiener Kammerspiele theatre, known for its intimate stage and prominent casts. The programme ranges from clever comedies to profound character pieces.

If you want to experience contemporary spoken theatre at the highest level, the Wiener Akademietheater is the right place for you. The programme is sophisticated and the productions have won many awards, including the Nestroy Theatre Prize.