Ever wondered how to reach a theater by boat? That is exactly the case with Stage Theater im Hafen Hamburg. This is no ordinary theater visit. It starts with a ferry ride across the Elbe.
The Stage Theater im Hafen Hamburg is home to the famous musical Disney’s THE LION KING. It offers unique musical enjoyment with the breathtaking setting of Hamburg port.
Since December 2, 2001 this theater has been the stage for The Lion King. The Stage Theater im Hafen Hamburg opened in 1994. It is owned by Stage Entertainment Group. To get here you need to take a ferry. The ferry is free of charge. It leaves from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken.
Before The Lion King, the stage and stage house had significant modifications. The foyer was enhanced. It now features the distinctive Skyline Restaurant. A remarkable glass front was added to the restaurant. It measures 7 x 50 meters. The stage tower was adorned with the iconic lion head logo. The foyer and restaurant became an art exhibition. It showcases the collection of Joop van den Ende. He is the company’s founder and an art enthusiast.
Outside, on the Musical Boulevard, you can see sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle. They are called Blue Nana and Nana and Dolphin. There is also Salvador Dalí’s bronze sculpture. It is over 7-meters-tall. The Space Elephant is also from the van den Ende collection.
The Stage Theater im Hafen Hamburg is designed in Bordeaux red and black. It provides seating for 2046 people. No seat is more than 25 meters from the stage. The front house, including the foyer and restaurants, opens before performances. There are seven foyer bars. The Skyline Restaurant covers 600 square meters on two levels. It accommodates 220 guests. Visitors can explore an art collection. It features over 50 exhibits. You will find paintings and sculptures by international and North German artists.
If you arrive early you have enough time to explore the area before the show. The ships leave two hours before the show from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken/Brücke 1. For afternoon shows they leave 1.5 hours before.
Inside the Stage Theater im Hafen Hamburg, drinks and snacks are available for purchase. It is not permitted to bring food and drinks. All bags will be checked by security.
Before or after the show, enjoy international delicacies at the SKYLINE restaurant. It has a direct panoramic view. You can also enjoy ice-cold drinks and cocktails in the Stage Club.
Stage Entertainment was founded in 1998. Joop van den Ende founded it in the Netherlands. Since 2018, the American media company ADVANCE Publications owns Stage Entertainment. It is a global leader in live entertainment. It has approximately 3000 employees. They are in seven countries and 19 theaters.
So, make sure to visit the Stage Theater im Hafen Hamburg. You can enjoy a world-class musical. It is a unique and unforgettable experience. The combination of art, entertainment, and culinary delights makes it special. Don’t forget to take the ferry. It is a free and scenic ride to a magical destination.