Sophiensaele
theaterIndependent performance venue in Berlin's Mitte specialising in experimental theatre, dance and interdisciplinary projects, housed in a historic former trade association building in the courtyard of Sophienstraße 18. Known for presenting innovative, independent productions across multiple on-site rooms including a ballroom, wedding hall and canteen.
Upcoming Events (15)
Olympia Bukkakis & Maria F. Scaroni:Unsex Me Here
Two performers, Olympia Bukkakis and Maria F. Scaroni, present Unsex Me Here at Berlin's Sophiensaele. This contemporary theatre piece blends text and movement to probe gender and identity in a bold, intimate setting. Expect provocative language, sharp staging, and an immersive live experience.
Hana Umeda:RAPEFLOWER
Contemporary dance/theatre piece RAPEFLOWER by Hana Umeda, staged at Sophiensaele in Berlin. An intimate performance that probes power, trauma, and resilience through experimental movement.
Azade Shahmiri: You and I Have Seen the Garden
Azade Shahmiri presents a provocative performance at Sophiensaele in Berlin, exploring memory, perception, and intimate landscapes. The piece threads lyric intensity with stark staging, inviting audiences into a spellbinding dialogue between presence and absence. A highlight of Berlin's experimental theatre scene.
Historical house tour
Explore a historic house’s history and architecture on a guided tour at Sophiensaele. This indoor, architecture-focused experience reveals the building’s origins, notable design features, and its role in Berlin’s cultural landscape.
Olympia Bukkakis:Queer and Present Dangers/Family
Olympia Bukkakis presents Queer and Present Dangers/Family at Sophiensaele, a boundary-pushing theater piece that weaves intimate storytelling with sharp political critique. The production unfolds in a compact, immersive space, inviting reflection on queer family dynamics and current social dangers.
Hunter
A contemporary performance by Courtney May Robertson titled Hunter, presented at Berlin’s Sophiensaele. The piece blends theatre and experimental movement to explore themes of search, identity, and endurance in an intimate, atmospheric setting.