Schauspielhaus (old) [Cologne]
Theatre building in Cologne, Germany
Schauspielhaus (old)
Built 1869-1872 as Stadttheater by Julius Raschdorff (with Heinrich Deutz) for Stadtkölnischer Theater-Aktienverein. Opened 1 Sep 1872 with Lessing's Minna von Barnhelm. 1906 renamed Schauspielhaus; subsequently mainly used for drama performances. 1938-1940 modernization of stage technology, auditorium renovation. Originally 1378 seats (+ 422 standing), later 1250 seats. Destroyed by bombs on 29 June 1943. Remains demolished in the early 1950s.
Destroyed by bombs