Staatstheater Kassel

Theater Historic Kassel state theater hosting opera and drama

Kassel’s municipal theatre complex hosting opera, ballet and orchestral concerts in a neoclassical building. Audiences attend regular performances and city cultural festivals here.

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Staatstheater Kassel is a state-funded performing-arts theatre in the city of Kassel, Hesse, Germany. It serves as the principal venue in the city for opera, drama and ballet.

The theatre presents a seasonal programme of opera, plays, ballet and concerts and operates ensembles for those disciplines. Smaller productions and youth programmes are also part of the regular schedule.

The institution continues longstanding municipal and regional theatre traditions in Kassel and functions under state sponsorship and local management. The building and administrative arrangements have evolved to support both in-house productions and visiting performances.

Located in the city of Kassel in central Hesse, the theatre is accessible from the city’s public transport network and sits within the urban cultural district.

  • Programming: Home to staged opera, drama and ballet seasons; check the theatre's website or box office for current programmes and guided-tour availability.
Staatstheater Kassel
Staatstheater Kassel, Wilhelmshöher Allee 13, 34117 Kassel, Hesse, Germany
51.3126, 9.4990
Box office hours vary with performance schedule; theatre generally active year-round
Ticketed performances only; box office pricing varies by event

How to Get to Staatstheater Kassel #

Staatstheater Kassel is on Wilhelmshöher Allee, within walking distance of Kassel Hauptbahnhof (central station). Local tram and bus services stop nearby; the theatre is also a short walk from the Wilhelmshöhe train services and public parking areas.

Tips for Visiting Staatstheater Kassel #

  • Check the season program ahead of time - the theatre hosts opera, ballet and symphony performances as well as visiting companies.
  • Arrive early to admire the theatre's interior art nouveau details and foyer sculptures.
  • Local cafés on Wilhelmshöher Allee make a good pre-performance stop.

Best Time to Visit Staatstheater Kassel #

The theatre's season runs principally from autumn through spring when its main productions and visiting ensembles perform.

Autumn-Spring
Sep-May · -2-18°C
Main performance season; full program of opera, theatre and ballet.

Weather & Climate near Staatstheater Kassel #

Climate

Staatstheater Kassel's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (662 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 75 mm of rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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