Beneath Dresden’s cobblestones lies a secret. A laughter-filled cellar. The Lachen. It’s not just any cellar. It’s the former wine cellar of the Kugeligen family. This artistic family stored their wine here in the 19th century. The Lachen sits on Dresden’s prettiest pedestrian street. It’s on Hauptstrasse between the Golden Rider and the Baroque quarter.
Imagine the Kugeligen family. They likely held lively gatherings in this very space. The clinking of glasses. The murmur of conversation. The rich aroma of their wine. Olaf Ruhs and Daniel Juhra of the HB Kugeligenhaus restaurant restored this romantic cellar vault. They breathed new life into the Lachen.
Today the Lachen is home to the Dresden Comedy & Theater Club. Since January 2013 it has hosted countless performances. Comedy magic romance theater. Even frivolity music and always entertainment. The atmosphere is electric. Laughter rings through the ancient stones.
The restaurant offers a special theater area. Enjoy Saxon-Bavarian cuisine before a show. Afterwards toast with the artists. There’s a ‘Fast Triple Subscription’. It offers a 15% discount on three performances. The Lachen is also available for rent. It can accommodate up to 80 people. Perfect for corporate events family celebrations seminars or even Christmas parties.
So come experience the Lachen. Discover its history its charm its vibrant present. Let the laughter of the past and present fill you. In this cellar rich with history you’ll find yourself laughing along with the Kugeligen family’s legacy. The Lachen awaits.