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Westfälisches Landestheater
Castrop-Rauxel

Westfälisches Landestheater

Europaplatz 10
44575 Castrop-Rauxel

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The Westfälisches Landestheater (WLT) in Castrop-Rauxel is an important cultural institution of North Rhine-Westphalia. Since its founding in 1946, it has offered a diverse repertoire that ranges from classics to contemporary plays, as well as musicals and children’s and youth theater.

The WLT has two main venues at Europaplatz: the Stadthalle with 570 seats and the WLT-Studio with 100 seats. These flexible spaces are excellent for theater performances, concerts, conferences, and private events.

The central location of the theater allows for good access to public transportation; the nearest stop is just a few minutes' walk away. For drivers, public parking is available in the surrounding area. Additionally, the theater offers a bar that serves drinks and snacks before and after the performances.

Whether for cultural events, corporate parties, or private occasions – the Westfälisches Landestheater provides the ideal setting in a professional and inspiring environment.

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Location details

Category

Theater
Multipurpose hall

Capacity

up to 570 Persons

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor

Ambience

Modern

Environment

City

Parking

Public parking

Public transport

Approx. 200-500 meters

Accessible for disabled persons

Yes

Suitable for

Company / Club party
Concert
Private event
Meeting / Conference
Theater / Show

Catering

Cocktails / Bar

Upcoming events

Pension Schöller
1/19/2025 at 6:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

Philipp Klapproth is an older gentleman whose adventurous spirit regularly drives his family into madness. For his upcoming trip to Berlin, he asks his nephew Alfred to arrange a visit to an insane asylum for him. In his desperation, Alfred turns to his friend Ernst Kissling, who recommends simply placing his uncle in the Pension Schöller, as the guests there are notorious for their eccentricity. These guests then surpass all expectations with their quirks and peculiarities, thrilling the utterly fascinated Klapproth. However, the euphoria does not last long, as all the guests accept the recklessly extended invitation to visit Klapproth's estate and cause an unprecedented escalation there.

With the premiere of the comedy "Pension Schöller" in 1890, the author duo Wilhelm Jacoby and Carl Laufs achieved an unprecedented success in German theater. To this day, the play delights audiences and generates endless bursts of laughter in the stalls.

Entry to the foyer from 5:00 PM

No more presale here, information at Tel. 02305-978020

Frankensteins Monster
3/7/2025 at 8:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

Frankenstein longs so much for a child. She creates an artificial human from body parts, which she brings to life using electricity. Unfortunately, it becomes a monster that she rejects. Initially, the creature is neither evil nor aggressive. It is only through its experiences with the rejecting environment that it learns about sadness, hatred, and loneliness. In a second attempt, Frankenstein chooses more delicate body parts and removes the ability to question: The perfect girl!

What does it mean to be human? Can consciousness be replicated? What is the self? What does freedom mean?

Mary Shelley was nineteen years old when she wrote "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus," creating the root of the modern horror novel. The theme of the limits of science has always been relevant. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein has been reinterpreted repeatedly. Nowadays, humanity is fascinated by the idea of artificially created intelligence. Another example of their excessive desire to create?

Doors open to the foyer at 7:00 p.m.

Fettes Schwein
4/5/2025 at 8:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

Tom and Helen meet during lunch in a crowded restaurant. Both don't really have time. But Tom is fascinated by her. Her wit, her quickness, her humor. Within a short time, he realizes he is sitting across from a very special woman. He has never met someone like her before. The most beautiful thing is: the sympathy is mutual.

But it is difficult. Because Helen is overweight and does not fit the general ideals of an attractive woman. She is at peace with herself. But Tom cannot resist the expectations of his surroundings. As their relationship develops beautifully, he makes more and more of a secret out of it, avoids introducing Helen to his friends. But they are ruthless. When they find out he is with a "fat pig", their love is put to the test.

"Fettes Schwein" is a superbly written love story about questionable beauty ideals and societal pressure to conform, which has gained even more relevance in the times of Instagram and TikTok.

Neil LaBute is one of the most internationally interesting contemporary playwrights. He became world-famous in the early 2000s with his successful play "bash – stücke der letzten tage", which was also frequently performed in Germany.

Admission to the foyer from 7:00 p.m.

Kapitän NEMO - 20.000 Meilen unter dem Meer
4/13/2025 at 3:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

We are in the year 1868. The latest newspaper reports speak of the eerie disappearance of ships on the high seas! Where have the ships gone? Is there a monster in the sea? Does this monster eat the ships? Who has seen the monster? Young researchers Nadine and Pierre have many theories about what could be behind it: a gigantic primordial octopus, a sea vortex? They sneak secretly to the harbor and board as stowaways. It doesn't take long before their boat is attacked by the "monster." The two regain consciousness on a strange ship. The much-sought-after murderous monster is actually an incredible submarine, legendary and beautiful. The "Nautilus"! A submarine of the highest class! Pierre and Nadine meet the eerie, highly gifted Captain Nemo. But once you have seen his submarine, you can never return to the surface. After all, there would be no way back up. Who can hold their breath for 20,000 miles?

Jules Verne was born nearly 200 years ago and wrote about many technological developments long before they existed. He is considered the inventor of science fiction novels. His books "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea," "Journey to the Center of the Earth," and "Around the World in 80 Days" made him world-famous. A journey to the moon, ships that can move far below the surface of the sea, people who travel around the world in just a few days – visionary Jules Verne foresaw all of this and turned it into exciting stories in his novels. So it is no coincidence that much of this has become reality today.

STUDIO

Wildbestand oder Von einer, die auszog, eine Zukunft zu finden
5/3/2025 at 8:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

"At the end, everything will be fine. If it's not fine, it's not the end."

Greta once read this on a postcard. Fueled by this optimism, she and her brother Hannes talk about the beginning, about the forest where they live with their mother, and a farewell on the horizon. Mother must seek new work and a new home in the city. There are no more wild animals to be seen, and the forester's lodge hardly brings in any money. Tough times for a mother who provides for their livelihood with an axe and a hunting rifle. The siblings fortify themselves in their treehouse. But there's someone else. A strange girl with no name and wild hair, who puzzles the siblings. Has she really come across the sea in a nutshell? Did she hide in a train? "Stay silent. Act dumb," she was advised. But now she begins to tell her story. And the end? They don't know it either. But it will be good, otherwise it's not the end.

"A refreshing and elegant text that tells of the effects of flight and displacement with a lot of humor, without turning into a scripted piece on the subject."
(Jury of the "Kaas & Kappes" 2018)

Admittance to the foyer from 7:00 p.m.

Fettes Schwein
5/31/2025 at 6:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

Tom and Helen meet during lunch in a crowded restaurant. Both don't really have time. But Tom is fascinated by her. Her wit, her quickness, her humor. Within a short time, he realizes he is sitting across from a very special woman. He has never met someone like her before. The most beautiful thing is: the sympathy is mutual.

But it is difficult. Because Helen is overweight and does not fit the general ideals of an attractive woman. She is at peace with herself. But Tom cannot resist the expectations of his surroundings. As their relationship develops beautifully, he makes more and more of a secret out of it, avoids introducing Helen to his friends. But they are ruthless. When they find out he is with a "fat pig", their love is put to the test.

"Fettes Schwein" is a superbly written love story about questionable beauty ideals and societal pressure to conform, which has gained even more relevance in the times of Instagram and TikTok.

Neil LaBute is one of the most internationally interesting contemporary playwrights. He became world-famous in the early 2000s with his successful play "bash – stücke der letzten tage", which was also frequently performed in Germany.

Admission to the foyer from 7:00 p.m.

Fettes Schwein
6/22/2025 at 6:00 PM / Castrop-Rauxel

Tom and Helen meet during lunch in a crowded restaurant. Both don't really have time. But Tom is fascinated by her. Her wit, her quickness, her humor. Within a short time, he realizes he is sitting across from a very special woman. He has never met someone like her before. The most beautiful thing is: the sympathy is mutual.

But it is difficult. Because Helen is overweight and does not fit the general ideals of an attractive woman. She is at peace with herself. But Tom cannot resist the expectations of his surroundings. As their relationship develops beautifully, he makes more and more of a secret out of it, avoids introducing Helen to his friends. But they are ruthless. When they find out he is with a "fat pig", their love is put to the test.

"Fettes Schwein" is a superbly written love story about questionable beauty ideals and societal pressure to conform, which has gained even more relevance in the times of Instagram and TikTok.

Neil LaBute is one of the most internationally interesting contemporary playwrights. He became world-famous in the early 2000s with his successful play "bash – stücke der letzten tage", which was also frequently performed in Germany.

Admission to the foyer from 7:00 p.m.

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