About this venue
Oldenburgisches Staatstheater is a historic theatre distinguished by its dome and imposing Neo-Baroque architecture. The present building was reconstructed in the late 19th century, while its Großes Haus can accommodate up to 577 seated guests, depending on the auditorium configuration. It is one of Oldenburg's principal performing-arts venues, hosting opera, drama, ballet, concerts and other stage productions.
Inside, historic character is combined with modern theatre technology. During an extensive renovation of the main auditorium, the stage equipment was modernised and the acoustics improved, while decorative stucco and wall paintings were restored. The result is a classical theatre atmosphere supported by technical conditions suited to contemporary musical and theatrical performances.
The main entrance is at Theaterwall 19, Oldenburg, Germany. The Theater-Garage provides parking nearby, while bus line 309 stops at Theater directly by the venue; Julius-Mosen-Platz and Schlosswall are also convenient nearby stops. For broader information on rail connections, city buses and getting around Oldenburg, continue with the city guide below.
About the city
Oldenburg, a dynamic cultural and events centre in Lower Saxony, is an attractive destination for visitors travelling for concerts, sporting events, trade fairs and major stage productions. The city has a compact centre and well-developed infrastructure, making it easy to combine attending an event with restaurants, shopping and other attractions in the city centre. Große EWE ARENA and the Weser-Ems-Hallen complex are among the city's most important venues for concerts, sporting competitions and other large-scale events, giving Oldenburg an important place on the events map of northwestern Germany.
Local bus services are operated by Verkehr und Wasser GmbH (VWG) within the Verkehrsverbund Bremen/Niedersachsen (VBN) network, while an important transport hub is Oldenburg (Oldb) Hbf, the main railway station served by Deutsche Bahn and NordWestBahn trains. Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is located directly next to the railway station, making it easy to continue the journey by city bus. The Weser-Ems-Hallen and EWE ARENA are only a few minutes' walk from the station and ZOB. For international visitors, Bremen Airport is a practical gateway; tram line 6 connects the airport with Bremen Hauptbahnhof, from where the journey to Oldenburg can be continued by rail.
Before or after an event, it is worth exploring Oldenburg's historic centre, home to Schlossplatz, Oldenburger Schloss, St. Lamberti Church and the distinctive Lappan tower. For a more relaxed walk, Schlossgarten and the area along the River Hunte and the city harbour are good choices, where the historic atmosphere blends with contemporary urban life. The combination of sights within a compact area, pedestrian zones, cafés and cultural attractions allows visitors to easily turn a trip for a concert or sporting event into a complete experience of this Lower Saxon city.
