Mehringhof -Theater

Political Cabaret with History

For decades, the Mehringhof-Theater has been a fixture in Berlin’s performing arts scene. In April 1985, the Berlin cabaret group COMPAGNIA MASTODONTICA took over the venue of the then well-known scene cabaret CaDeWe (Cabarett des Westens) after its dissolution. Much has happened since then, but the basic idea remained: the Mehringhof-Theater in the Kreuzberg cultural center combines artistic quality with political commitment. The house deliberately finances itself without subsidies. Its concept is not geared towards dependence on private or state subsidies, but finances its program operations and the livelihoods of its employees exclusively from ticket sales and intermission catering. This ensures an independence that is palpable in its program.

Mehringhof-Theater: Where Celebrities and Newcomers Share the Dressing Room

What makes this cabaret theater so special is its self-perception as a meeting point for the entire scene. Successful figures such as Kurt Krömer, Fil, Horst Evers, Marc-Uwe Kling, Max Uthoff, Felix Lobrecht, Till Reiners, the Jahresendzeitteam, Dota, or Sarah Bosetti attract crowds, while talented newcomers simultaneously take their first big steps. The Mehringhof-Theater strives to identify current trends and changes in the cabaret scene early on, which automatically aligns the program with current social and political debates. The program never remains one-dimensional: even though there is a strong focus on political cabaret, there is enough room for stand-up, comedy, musical cabaret, concerts, and improv theater. The hall seats approximately 230 visitors, which is why tickets for popular evenings sell out quickly. So, if you’re planning an evening full of wit, sharpness, and political satire, you should book in advance.