The Stage Operettenhaus is located on Spielbudenplatz directly on the famous Reeperbahn and offers musical enjoyment in the unique atmosphere of the Hamburg district.
For over 150 years, the Operettenhaus on Spielbudenplatz has been an attractive place to go for locals and visitors alike. Founded as "Circus Gymnasticus" with 3,000 seats in 1840 and renamed as "Centralhalle" in 1864 and "Operettenhaus" in 1920, its international programme was already entertaining the hordes of spectators in St. Pauli by the turn of the century. After the Operettenhaus was virtually completely gutted by the nights of bombing which struck Hamburg in 1943, it enjoyed a new lease of life as a new building on the same site. From that point on it staged operettas, guest theatrical performances, revue shows and the first musicals.
BACK TO THE FUTURE – The Musical
The Stage Operettenhaus on Spielbudenplatz looks back on a long history of musical theatre. Until February 2027, BACK TO THE FUTURE – The Musical will take audiences on a spectacular journey through time. The stage adaptation of the cult 1980s film delights audiences with Marty McFly, Doc Brown, impressive special effects and hits such as ‘The Power of Love’.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
From April 2027, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will be taking up residence at the Stage Operettenhaus. The production tells the moving life story and success story of the ‘Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’ and brings Tina Turner’s world-famous hits to the Hamburg stage.
Christmas with Bibi & Tina
From November 2026, Christmas with Bibi & Tina will treat fans of all ages to a musical stage experience for the whole family. Friendship, music and plenty of horse-related adventures bring the popular stories of Bibi and Tina to life on stage.
Admission time
Admission is approximately 1.5 hours before showtime. The exact time is stated on your ticket.
Duration of the shows
- Back to the Future: The musical lasts approximately 3 hours, including a break.
- TINA – The Tina Turner Musical: The musical lasts approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, including a break.
- Christmas with Bibi & Tina: The musical lasts approximately 2 hours 40 minutes, including a break.
Food & drinks in the theatre
A selection of drinks and snacks is available for purchase at the theatre. Bringing your own food and drinks is not permitted. This includes beverage containers and food of any kind or size.
How to get there
By public transportation
- S-Bahn lines S1, S2 or S3 to the Reeperbahn stop
- Underground line U3 to the St. Pauli stop (Millerntorplatz/Reeperbahn exit)
- Bus lines 16, 17, 36, 37 and 112 to the St. Pauli stop (night buses on lines 601, 607, 609 and 688)
Travelling by car
Travelling via the A7 motorway (north)
- take the Stellingen exit onto Kieler Straße in the direction of Centrum/Altona, Hafen
- turn into Reeperbahn at the S-Bahn Reeperbahn junction
- the Stage Operettenhaus is at the end of the Reeperbahn on the right
Travelling via the A1 motorway (south/north)
- at the Hamburg Süd motorway junction, take the A255 over the Elbbrücken towards Centrum
- straight ahead via Amsinckstraße, Willy-Brandt-Straße, Ludwig-Erhard-Straße to Millerntor (St. Pauli underground station)
- the Stage Operettenhaus is at the beginning of the Reeperbahn on the left
Costs for parking
Paid multi-storey car parks and parking spaces are located along the Reeperbahn in the immediate vicinity
