Theater Basel Advent Calendar
Visitors gather in the theater foyer to witness the opening of a new advent calendar door. The presentations feature short artistic contributions spanning opera, drama, ballet, and special guests from the theater house.
What to Expect
Daily advent calendar performances featuring opera, drama, and ballet in the foyer.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Theater Basel
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Theater and performing-arts fans
Vibe
Festive and theatrical
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: December 1 requires a ticket Admission on all other days is free, with a collection.
- Hours: 17:00–17:30.
- Parking: Parkhaus Theater at Theaterstrasse 7 has 150 spaces and is entered from Steinentorstrasse. You can't reserve, and it only opens in the evening for theatergoers. Parkhaus Elisabethen, Steinen, Drachencenter and Anfos are nearby alternatives.
- Accessibility: A lift located on Theaterstrasse directly opposite the tram stop provides direct access to the foyer.
Tips & Advice
- Book a ticket ahead for the December 1 anniversary door, because unlike the other days it isn't free walk-in entry.
- Bring a little cash for the collection, since entry is free from December 2 onward and the theater takes a collection instead.
- If you use a wheelchair or stroller, take the lift in the Theater shopping arcade opposite the tram stop straight up to the foyer.
- Come by tram or bike, since the theater's own garage only opens to theatergoers in the evening, and there are bike racks around the building.
Special Events & Promotions
- The December 1 opening marks the 20-year anniversary, with contributions from opera, theater, ballet, and friends of the theater; a ticket is required.
- Admission on all other days is free, with a collection.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at each door opening?
Every day in Advent a new calendar door opens in the theater foyer with a short program. It's a quick stop of about half an hour.
What's special about the first door?
December 1 marks the calendar's 20th anniversary. That door has short pieces from opera, drama and ballet, plus friends of the theater. You need a ticket for it. Every other day is free, with a collection.
Is the foyer wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The building is barrier-free and has a wheelchair-accessible toilet. A lift in the Theater shopping arcade, opposite the Theater tram stop, goes straight up to the foyer. There is an FM hearing system, and you can borrow hearing aids.
How do I get there by tram?
Take tram 10 to the Theater stop. Or take tram 2, 8 or 11 to Bankverein; the nearest entrance from there is by the Theatercafé.
Is there somewhere to eat or drink nearby?
The theater's own Theatercafé is on Elisabethenstrasse. It's closed on Mondays.
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