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German Dance Platform 2008 Visitors’ Centre
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Zentrum der Tanzplattform Deutschland 2008
The Künstlerhaus Hannover will form the heart of the German Dance Platform 2008, functioning as a meeting point for visitors, artists and organizers. Built in 1885, the Künstlerhaus (artists’ centre) is home to an arts association with exhibition space, the repertory cinema “Kino im Künstlerhaus”, a literature forum “Literaturbüro”, a ticket office for advance booking, a restaurant and a number of other institutions. On 21 February 2008 the office of the German Dance Platform will open its doors here for registration, accredited tickets, ticket exchange and information for professionals. As part of the Dance Platform’s additional programme, the cinema in the Künstlerhaus will show a series of dance films, curated by the German dance film institute in Bremen.
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The Künstlerhaus also offers visitors a number of possibilities for dining, with a variety of meals available in the dining area on the lower floor, a warm buffet provided by the restaurant “Maestro” on the ground floor and drinks and snacks also available from the cinema ticket office in the foyer. Visitors are welcome to make use of the wireless internet access and 3 public computers in the Künstlerhaus.
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Künstlerhaus Hannover
Sophienstr. 2, 30159 Hannover
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How to get here
Bus 121, 128 or 134 or tram (Straßenbahn) 10 or 17 to Thielenplatz/Schauspielhaus or a short walk from central station (Hauptbahnhof) or Kröpcke (virtually all underground trains)
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Schauspielhaus Hannover
The Schauspielhaus Hannover belongs to the state theatre of Lower Saxony and, seating 600, is the largest venue to host the German Dance Platform 2008. Officially opened in 1992, this theatre boasts a stage 13 metres wide and 14 metres deep. The opening events of the German Dance Platform will take place here on 21 February 2008.
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Schauspielhaus Hannover
Prinzenstr. 9, 30159 Hannover
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How to get here
Bus 121, 128 or 134 or tram (Straßenbahn) 10 or 17 to Thielenplatz/Schauspielhaus or a short walk from central station (Hauptbahnhof) or Kröpcke (virtually all underground trains)
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Cumberlandsche Galerie
Situated in the yard connecting the Künstlerhaus and the Schauspielhaus, the Cumberlandsche Galerie has been used as an additional venue of the state theatre of Lower Saxony since 1993 and also houses a bar. This venue is located in a listed stairwell (built 1883-1885) belonging to the former gallery and hosts varying events and functions. A number of meetings etc. will take place here during the German Dance Platform, and the welcoming bar offers an excellent place to relax over a drink.
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Cumberlandsche Galerie
Prinzenstr. 9 (Theaterhof), 30159 Hannover
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How to get here
see Schauspielhaus
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Ballhof eins
The second largest venue of the state theatre of Lower Saxony hosting the German Dance Platform 2008, Ballhof eins is situated in the historic city centre of Hanover. The building, erected in 1665 as a ballroom and badminton court, was the local theatre until 1992. Ballhof eins seats 260 and the stage is approx. 10 x 10 metres.
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Ballhof eins
Ballhofplatz 5, 30159 Hannover
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How to get here
Underground train (U-Bahn) lines 3, 7 or 9 to Markthalle/Landtag or a short walk (approx. 10 min.) from Künstlerhaus/Schauspielhaus
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Ballhof zwei
Right around the corner from Ballhof eins, Ballhof zwei is the third venue of the state theatre of Lower Saxony to host the German Dance Platform. Slightly smaller than its sister theatre Ballhof eins, Ballhof zwei seats approx. 150 and the stage is 11 x 10 metres.
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Ballhof zwei
Knochenhauerstr. 28, 30159 Hannover
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How to get here
See Ballhof eins.
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Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover
With seating for approx. 410 and stage dimensions of about 10 x 10 metres, the main hall of the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover (Music and Drama Academy Hanover) is one of the largest venues hosting the German Dance Platform 2008. In front of the main building, constructed in 1972 in the shape of an ear, the ruins of the original building can still be seen.
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Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover

Emmichplatz 1, 30175 Hannover
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How to get here
Bus 121, 128 or 134 to Emmichplatz/Musikhochschule or a short walk (approx. 10 min.) from Künstlerhaus/ Schauspielhaus
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Orangerie Herrenhausen
The historical building of the Orangerie Herrenhausen is situated at the edge of the Herrenhausen gardens, one of Europe’s finest baroque gardens. The stage is set up as required and is approx. 12 x 13 metres. The auditorium offers seating for approx. 300. This venue is situated some distance away from the city centre and will be served by complementary shuttle busses for the Dance Platform. The Orangerie can also be reached by tram (see below) in approximately 15 minutes from the city centre.
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Orangerie Herrenhausen
Herrenhäuser Str. 3, 30449 Hannover
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How to get here
Underground train/Tram (U-Bahn/Straßenbahn) line 4 or 5 to Herrenhäuser Gärten
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