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Maxim Gorki Theater

The smallest municipal theatre in Berlin. It was an important venue for contemporary theatre in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). Nowadays its program continues with its political critique. Next to productions of classics, it has a big focus on new and contemporary writing and productions. It aims at being open to anyone regardless of their background. Sometimes plays the 3 Pennys Opera by Brecht.

Address: Am Festungsgraben 2
Getting there: Tram „Am Kupfergraben“, Bus 100, 200, TXL „Staatsoper“
Website: gorki.de (opens in a new tab)

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