Cuvilliés Theatre, Munich, Germany

Object Type
Concert Halls
Theatres

Client
State Building Office Munich I

Architects
Atelier Achatz Architekten, Munich Ingenieurbüro für Bauwesen GmbH Mertig & Prüschenk, Munich

Completion
2008

Expertises
Thermal Insulation & Energy Performance Calculation
Measurements Building Physics
Energy Concepts
Building Acoustics
Sound Isolation
Room Acoustics
Acoustic Measurements
Audiovisual System Design

The Cuvilliés Theater, originally built in 1753 in the so-called “Apothekerstock“ (pharmacy floor) of Munich‘s Residenz, is considered Germany‘s most important Rococo theater. In the course of extensive refurbishment works, a glass roof was installed above the courtyard so that since it has been used both as an additional foyer area and a performance venue.

Comprehensive status evaluation measurements in terms of room acoustics and building acoustics formed the basis for the acoustical refurbishment and reconstruction works realized. Since more space was needed, the orchestra pit was extended as part of the refurbishment works. The new seating and the virtually inaudible ventilation system provide a high level of comfort. Moreover, the theater, which is under a building preservation order, was equipped with a new sound reinforcement system as well as with new stage technology. Right next to the theater building, a new rehearsal stage was installed.

The historic “Comité Courtyard“ with its new roof was turned into an indoor venue and optimized both with regard to summer thermal insulation as well as to room acoustics. Sound absorbers in the lateral walls ensure the required attenuation and fixtures in the roof construction make it possible to suspend reflector elements and thus to adjust the room acoustics to concert performances. The combination of air conditioning and natural ventilation provide for a comfortable interior climate.

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