Berlin Music And Opera

Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert-von-Karajan-Str. 1 (www.berlin-philharmonic.com), It may look strange from the outside, but acoustically, this yellow building is pitch-perfect; all audience members hear the music exactly as it's intended to reach their ears. The Berliner Philharmoniker, led by the eminent Sir Simon Rattle, is one of the world's finest orchestras. It's tough to get a seat; check 1hr. before concert time or e-mail at least 8 weeks in advance. S1, S2, or S25 or U2: Potsdamer Pl. Tickets from €7 for standing room, from €13 for seats. Open July-early Sept. Box office open M-F 3-6pm, Sa-Su 11am-2pm.
Deutsche Staatsoper, Unter den Linden 7 (www.staatsoper-berlin.de), The Deutsche Staatsoper is East Berlin's leading opera theater. Though it suffered during the years of separation, this opera house is rebuilding its reputation and its repertoire of classical Baroque opera and contemporary pieces. U6: Französische Str. Or bus #100, 157, or 348: Deutsche Staatsoper. Tickets €50-160; students €12, if purchased 30min. before shows and ½-price on cheaper seats for certain performances. Open Aug to mid-July. Box office open daily noon-7pm, and 1hr. before performances.
Deutsche Oper Berlin, Bismarckstr. 35 (www.deutscheoperberlin.de), The Deutsche Oper is Berlin's newest opera house. If you have the chance, don't pass on a cheap ticket to go see one of Berlin's best performances. U2: Deutsche Oper. Tickets €12-118. 25% student discounts. Open Sept-June. Box office open M-Sa 11am until beginning of the performance, or 11am-7pm on days without performances; Su 10am-2pm. Evening tickets available 1hr. before performances.

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