Theater Erfurt

Theater Erfurt (Lutz Edelhoff)

The new building of the Theater Erfurt was opened in 2003 and is one of the most modern venues in Europe. The opera house of the Thuringian state capital is only a stone's throw away from the medieval ensemble of the Erfurt Cathedral and the "Severikirche" and the baroque fortress of the "Petersberg". Among the numerous events in the year - opulent operas and operettas, festive concerts, numerous special events - are attended by culture lovers from near and far. 

In addition to the excellent view from all 800 seats, there is also an ideal sound enjoyment: the acoustics of the new building meet the highest technical standards. Opera and concert visits to the Theater Erfurt are therefore always a first-class experience, not least thanks to the excellent singing ensemble, the Philharmonic Orchestra Erfurt and the opera choir of the Theater.

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Short Report as PDF

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and partially accessible for wheelchair users".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • There are three parking spaces available for people with disabilities.
  • The theater entrance to the foyer is accessible without steps or thresholds. The entrance door opens without any effort on the part of the visitor (handle, light barrier, motion detector, etc.).
  • The entrance to the theater box office/information desk and the side entrance/evening box office are accessible without steps.
  • All rooms that can be used by guests are at ground level or accessible by elevator.
  • The ticket counter at the theater box office is 75 cm - 115 cm high, and the counter at the evening box office is 85 cm high. There is a communication option for seated guests.
  • In the main auditorium, there are 4 wheelchair spaces in rows 1 and 2, on the right and left at the beginning of the seating rows.
  • In the STUDIO.BOX, wheelchair spaces can be set up if required.
  • All raised passageways and doors are at least 90 cm wide.
  • There is a public toilet for people with disabilities, which is accessible from both sides (at least 80 cm). There are folding grab rails to the left and right of the toilet.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with hearing impairment".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • In the event of an acoustic alarm, no visually perceptible flashing light or flashing signal appears.
  • There is an audio induction loop in the following rooms: hearing loop in the Great House from row 4 (approx. 500 seats); 5 mobile devices are available for the STUDIO.BOX.
  • Selected productions are surtitled in the Great House.
  • In the elevator, an outgoing emergency call is confirmed acoustically, but not optically. Alternatively stairs are available. 
  • Information is available in legible font.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • Assistance dogs are welcome.
  • The entrance area is designed with high visual contrast.
  • The signage (for orientation) is designed in easily legible, high-contrast lettering.
  • All elevated areas accessible to guests are brightly lit without glare.
  • An outgoing emergency call in the elevator is confirmed acoustically.
  • Steps do not have high-contrast edges.
  • Stairs have at least one handrail on one side.
  • Information about the exhibits is designed with high visual contrast.
  • Information is not available in relief or Braille.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. Detailed information can be found in the test report at the end of the text.

  • The name of the theater is clearly recognizable from the outside at the entrance to the foyer and at the entrance to the box office.
  • The destinations of the routes are usually within sight or there is an uninterrupted guidance system.
  • There is no information in easy language or in photorealistic representation.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

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Theater Erfurt Theater Erfurt (Lutz Edelhoff)