Berlin · SHOW
22 reviewed
The best shows in Berlin fill up fast, especially in summer. Below are the 15 worth locking in, with current prices and what sets each one apart, so you can grab a slot before the calendar closes.
Berlin’s Friedrichstadt-Palast stages Falling | In Love with 100+ performers, couture-level costumes, live music, and poetic storytelling.
“Great show, fantastic costumes, you could see the design of JP Gauthier for sure, mixed with a bit of a Cirque de Soleil.”
Quatsch Comedy Club Berlin live entry ticket for 2 hours of uncensored stand-up, plus a Margarita, with best seating if you arrive early.
Berlin boat comedy on the Spree: English stand-up, free shot, and East Side Gallery views. 2.5 hours for $15.
“Fantastic acts, and great atmosphere. will definitely come back!”
See Falling | In Love at Friedrichstadt-Palast Berlin: a 3-hour, high-tech grand show with Jean Paul Gaultier design flair and Swarovski sparkle.
“This show exceeded all our expectations! It kept us entertained throughout, the set, band, dancers, singers, gymnasts, trampoline troup and the backstage staff were amazing and should be commended. This show was a Berlin version of Cirque du Soleil. Go get your tickets and you won't be disappointed!”
Cosmic Comedy Berlin is English stand-up in a former bank with happy hour, free pizza, and free shots. 3–4 hours for about $10.
“Absolutely fantastic night, my cheeks were hurting from all the laughter. Special shout out to the fabulous barman Rueben!”
Catch SIXX PAXX in Berlin: a high-energy men’s live performing arts show with singing, dance, acrobatics, and a free aftershow party.
“Much better than expected. Great fun filled evening that I would highly recommend to any girl visiting Berlin. Dancers were awesome and atmosphere very relaxed.”
Cirque du Burlesque at Lieschen Mueller on Alexanderplatz: a 7pm-to-midnight burlesque show with afterparty, cocktails, and Berlin flair.
“The show was brilliant, very interactive and such good fun. The drinks measures were free pouring so it didn’t take long for us to be merry haha. Just brilliant!!”
Berlin’s English dark-humor stand-up show with MC Chris, a free shot, and an intimate crowd for 2 hours of edgy laughs.
“Very good dark humour comedy show. I didn't have high expectations, but I really enjoyed it and would recommend going there!”
Laugh your way through Berlin expat life with 1.5-2 hours of English stand-up, a free shot, and an intimate bar crowd.
“The hosts were fantastic, hilarious and friendly. They interacted a lot with the audience. I like to observe what people from different cultures do and say, so for me it was an adorable experience. Thanks!”
A 2-hour burlesque cabaret at Showbühne Berlin with glam costumes, comedy, acrobatics, and mostly German hosting for $76.
“Danke für diesen wunderschönen, aufregenden Abend mit soviel Eleganz & Klasse! Absolute Empfehlung ✨💫”
Cabaret, comedy, music, and dinner in a huge stationary tent in Berlin’s government district, with a €5 food voucher included.
See BLINDED by DELIGHT at Friedrichstadt-Palast in Berlin. A 3-hour stage spectacle with 100+ artists, effects, and big energy.
“A truly amazing musical extravaganza that should not be missed. In my personal view, one of the best I have seen in a long time- outside of Broadway. Keeps you engaged for the full duration of the show- approx 2.5 hours including a 30 min break”
Berlin’s Wintergarten Varieté brings 90s hits to life with live band, four singers, and jaw-dropping acrobatics in a dinner-theater show.
English comedy on a Berlin boat near the East Side Gallery. Short sets, friendly host Chris Doering, free shot, and great views from the deck.
“We visited the show as part of our corporate event (IT company), and absolutely enjoyed it! It was hilarious, and my colleagues absolutely loved it. We had a great fun night and I can totally recommend it to everyone. For me personally it was the third time when I saw Chris's performance. Chris is both a great professional standup comedian and an amazing host! He replied immediately to my email and booked a whole sofa for our company which I also highly appreciate.”
English stand-up in Berlin Mitte blending cultures, with a free shot, bar access, and 4–5 comedians over 1.5–2 hours.
“Christ is an excellent and very funny moderator. Familiar athmosphere, with lot of respect for the audience. Very good young artists. I fully revcomend to visit the show.”
