Studiobühne Köln

An independent, experimental theatre of the University of Cologne – a stage for contemporary and research-led theatre.

The Studiobühne Köln is an independent, experimental theatre at the University of Cologne. With its attached film workshop, it is an important venue for contemporary and research-led stage art.

Source: Wikipedia · retrieved 2026-06-24

At a glance

Run by: the University of Cologne
Location: Universitätsstraße, near the university
Profile: independent, experimental theatre
Extra: an attached film workshop

A laboratory for new theatre

The Studiobühne sees itself as a space for experiment: contemporary productions, international guest performances and festivals that test new forms of theatre are created here. As part of the university, it links artistic practice with theatre-studies research – an exciting address for everyone seeking theatre beyond the mainstream.