The very approach already reveals how special this place is: a sculptural double-helix staircase leads visitors beneath Dirk-Bach-Platz into a distinct, immersive world.
With its programme and atmosphere, the venue is designed to attract young people and introduce them playfully to music and the performing arts. Individual elements such as the spiralling staircase, the raw yet soft exposed concrete walls, a warm light installation reminiscent of water droplets, and the golden shimmering outer wall of the auditorium with its mosaic-like relief create the impression of a magical world that sparks the imagination.
“I am convinced that the memories children and young people create here will lay the foundation for their lifelong fascination with theatre. This venue is far more than a place for children: it is an architectural and spatial learning environment, a piece of living educational work,” says Remigiusz Otrzonsek, responsible HPP Senior Partner.
The ensemble at Offenbachplatz comprises four venues. Over a period of more than 14 years, they have been carefully refurbished, extended and reconfigured. To the Cologne Stages Project.