--- title: "Luzerner Theater" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/poi/luzerner-theater" description: "Idyllically located on the banks of the River Reuss, the Lucerne Theatre is the oldest multi-genre venue in Central Switzerland. It’s also one of the largest cultural institutions, offering a variety of opera, drama and dance productions.Innovative, commemorative and entertainingAs a theatre of discovery, the Lucerne Theatre also focuses on innovative, commemorative and entertaining works. Its programme, for instance, includes matinees and soirées as well as specific offerings for children, young people and senior citizens. In addition to the main auditorium, the Lucerne Theatre’s venues include the “Box” in front of the theatre, the Südpol performing arts centre in Kriens, the Figurentheater puppet theatre and the Jesuit Church." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1489365/0bc505fc8d58c6698e11391ddeea156a63a2dc60963d73bf17386133876bc680/lucerne-theatre.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > Special > Destination.Data Details > poi" --- Share Luzerner Theater ================ - Theatre Lucerne Theatre Opening in the autumn of 1839 to Schiller’s William Tell, the Lucerne Theatre now has 481 seats. Idyllically located on the banks of the River Reuss, the Lucerne Theatre is the oldest multi-genre venue in Central Switzerland. It’s also one of the largest cultural institutions, offering a variety of opera, drama and dance productions. Innovative, commemorative and entertaining ------------------------------------------ As a theatre of discovery, the Lucerne Theatre also focuses on innovative, commemorative and entertaining works. Its programme, for instance, includes matinees and soirées as well as specific offerings for children, young people and senior citizens. In addition to the main auditorium, the Lucerne Theatre’s venues include the “Box” in front of the theatre, the Südpol performing arts centre in Kriens, the Figurentheater puppet theatre and the Jesuit Church. Read more Good to know ------------ Target group - Individual guests - Groups - Families Directions & Parking facilities The Lucerne Theater is located on the river Reuss and is a 4-minute walk from Lucerne railroad station. Please note that parking spaces are limited. We recommend traveling by public transport or bicycle. Payment is possible in cash, with EC or Twint. Read more Social Media Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - other events - Art - Art - Place of interest - Theatre - Theatre - Club - Tours 9.92 km - Tour 15.63 km - racing bike 32.19 km - bike tour - Webcams - Media - Media - Media Contact **Luzerner Theater** Theaterstrasse 2 6003 Luzern