CHAMÄLEON Theater
CHAMÄLEON Theater
4.5
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1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
2:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Sunday
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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About
Welcome to THE stage for New Circus The CHAMÄLEON stands for contemporary circus like no other venue in Germany. This is an exciting new art form that deliberately blurs the boundaries between different genres, such as acrobatics, dance, music and theatre, in order to create something thrilling and cutting-edge. In Berlin’s pulsating centre, we have dedicated ourselves to New Circus with great passion and a love of adventure since 2004. Through a clear conceptual approach, we show how wonderfully surprising and different contemporary circus productions can be. We are committed to presenting innovative circus productions from all over the world in a warm, beautiful space where hospitality is our top priority, always aiming to provide our guests with a beautiful, unexpected, thoroughly enriching theatre experience. Those who come to us are looking for the new, unknown and breath-taking. Nothing is unimaginable in this space of creative excellence. Everything seems possible in a world where experimentation and unlimited curiosity form the basis of every creation. We bring the innovators and creative circus trailblazers of the international circus scene to Berlin and collaborate with circus companies which defy conventions, challenge expectations and, thus, nurture our understanding of what circus is and what circus can be. Come and visit us in our historic ballroom in the heart of Berlin and get swept away into a world that will captivate you in the first few seconds.
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2-3 hours
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kaew
Bangkok, Thailand1 contribution
Jan 2023 • Couples
I'm a fan of just about all kinds of circus/cirque shows, and this one had some things to like (costumes, lighting), but the other things about it distracted/detracted. The music doesn't quite fit, and the very seriousness of it all strips the joy away. The herky-jerky choreography and cringeworthy contortion made me feeling disappointed.
Written February 24, 2023
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Many thanks for your feedback! What a pity that you didn't like our actual performance in_between. As a circus insider you surely know that contemporary circus has many faces. Therefore, we hope that one of the upcoming performances will convince you more! See you next time and best regards Andreas Cyriax Venue Manager
Written March 15, 2023
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Delphine M
2 contributions
Sep 2021
Chamaeleon has always something new to offer. The artists are extremely creative and master dance, gymnastics, singing, acting.
My kids loved the athletic achievements such as being able to carry other people. I was moved by the fabulous dancing.
Written September 10, 2021
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Thank you for the nice review. See you soon at the Chameleon Theater. Best regards Andreas Cyriax Venue Manager
Written October 12, 2021
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Annelie C
Ystad, Sweden3 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Fantastic show with brilliant artists! I strongly recommened this show! We had a great time with sparkling wine and small dishes served by very nice crew. I strongly rekommened a Cosmopolitan - if you want a drink
Written March 24, 2018
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Dear Annelie C, thank you for your feedback and all the compliments. We hope to welcome you back in the CHAMÄLEON soon. Kind Regards Andreas Kohl Operations Manager
Written July 6, 2018
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Eduarda Z
3 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
I've been to the theater to watch the Memories of Fools, and had some very mixed feelings about it.
First, I'd like to say that the food was great, and the service. However, I was very disappointed with the show itself. It was basically about these people that wanted to go to the moon and there is a competition... When they start announcing who will go to the moon, the only woman in the rank gets miracously pregnant and cannot go, when she would probably be the chosen one. Then, we have several scenes of this quite mainstream sexist ideas that could for sure be changed and improved in the show. The show is artistically beautiful, but was quite offensive with its very sexist way. The cast already shows the disparity, having 2-3 women to 8-9 men. I was personally not expecting to see that in Berlin, a city that is considered so open minded and modern.. but I guess we still have a lot of progress to make.
Written July 5, 2019
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Thank you for your very good rating. Nice that we could convince you with our theater. We are happy to welcome you back soon. Best regards Andreas Cyriax manager
Written December 19, 2019
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Sherronna
5 contributions
We had a great night watching the Dummy Lab performance at the theatre. We were also pleasantly surprised to be able to book two seats in the second row from the front on the day of the show. The theatre itself is quite small with many tables and chairs cramped in so expect to be touching shoulders with the person next to you. Dummy Lab was great! It had the perfect mix of humour, skill and cleverly thought out choreography! A must see for a great night in Berlin!
Written April 23, 2015
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Vh001
Liverpool, UK22 contributions
Nov 2012 • Couples
We were a little nervous about seeing this show - the tickets seemed a bit expensive and we really weren't sure what to expect; but we loved every minute!! LOFT is fantastic, thoroughly entertaining and very funny. Small sections were in German and we got a bit lost during those as, I'm ashamed to say, we don't speak much German, but surprisingly most seemed to be in English and there was a lot of physical comedy too so language wasn't an issue. We had supper in the theatre before the show, the food was great and it was fun to be at the theatre early and watch people arrive. Make sure you arrive on time for the performance as the beginning is great. You can order drinks throughout the performance and the waiting staff are friendly and attentive. In our opinion the show was worth every penny and turned out to be our favorite evening of our entire holiday!
Written November 20, 2012
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Thank you for such a good ranking! It´s always good to hear when people enjoy our shows! Hope to see you again...
Written November 26, 2012
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mariacampbell
Birmingham Uk39 contributions
This venue happens to be on the same road as a hotel we stayed in. We turned up on the day and managed to get tickets. The show is not cheap. We paid 49 euros but it is an excellent couple of hours entertainment. The show comprised of some incredibly bendy strong people performing acrobatics and comedy with great accompanying music and light effects. Drinks and food are bought to your table throughout. Staff were helpful and friendly. You do not need to worry about language barriers as the performance involves very few words.
Written May 26, 2015
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David O
Basel, Switzerland253 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
we found this almost by accident when the concert we had booked in Berlin was cancelled and were very happy that we did. Its a wonderful combination of computer lighting effects, dance, and imagination. It brought the same emotions as the first time i ever saw Cirque de Soleil. There is still some polishing to be done - not everything works perfectly, but when it does it is stunning. The venue is arranged as tables in front of the stage so you ca have a drink or a meal, before and during the show. Good service, great idea.
Written May 10, 2015
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Suzy H
Leeds, England, United Kingdom13 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
This was with out a doubt the highlight of my trip to Berlin. It was stunning. The show consisted of extremely talented individuals performing to music and cleverly put together lighting effects. The choreography was imaginative and humorous at times. The theater is small with 5/6 people sat around one table which are tightly packed in, so your view may be obscured slightly. I would highly recommend this show. Loved it, loved it, loved it.
Written April 30, 2015
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BBeacon
Ilkley, UK39 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
'Cross Roads' at the Chamaeleon Theater is an experience not to be missed. This talented group of performers put on a show that was so much more than circus; through their breathtaking acrobatics and skill they have created an emotional experience that ranges from pathos to humour.
Written February 1, 2015
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  • Tue - Fri 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Sat - Sat 2:00 PM - 9:30 PM


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