Chiemgauer Volkstheater

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Chiemgauer Volkstheater
AddressBavaria, Germany
Munich
Germany
TypeFolk theatre
Opened1929
Website
www.chiemgauer-volkstheater.de

Chiemgauer Volkstheater (Chiemgau People's Theatre) is a German folk theatre company based in Bavaria, Germany. It is one of the most well-known theatres specializing in traditional Bavarian folk plays and has been a staple of regional entertainment for decades. [1] [2]

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History

The Chiemgauer Volkstheater was founded in 1929 and has since played a significant role in preserving and promoting Bavarian culture and dialect theater. The theatre became widely known for its televised stage productions, which have been broadcast on Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR) since the 1980s.

Throughout its history, the theatre has performed numerous comedic and dramatic plays, often incorporating Bavarian traditions and humor.

Notable actors

Over the years, many well-known actors have performed with the Chiemgauer Volkstheater, including:

**Bernd Helfrich** – Longtime director and lead actor
**Kathi Leitner** – Famous for her comedic roles
Franziska Traub – Known for her appearances in Bavarian folk plays
**Inge Holzer-Siebert** – Notable actress in Bavarian television and theatre

Television and Media

The theatre gained nationwide recognition through its television productions, which brought Bavarian folk theatre into homes across Germany. The plays are characterized by humor, traditional settings, and moral lessons, often set in rural Bavarian villages.

References

  1. "Chiemgauer Volkstheater". Bayerischer Rundfunk. Retrieved February 19, 2025.
  2. "Chiemgauer Volkstheater - Official Website" . Retrieved February 19, 2025.