Terms from the World of Urania Spiegelpalast Köln
Clear explanations of terms from variety theatre, stage artistry, gastronomy and the world of Urania Spiegelpalast Köln.
Stage artistry
Performances in which physical control, balance, strength, flexibility or precision take centre stage. These include acrobatics, juggling, contortion and aerial artistry.
In-house production
A show created by Urania Spiegelpalast Köln itself. The concept, dramaturgy, music, direction, costumes, cast and stage world are newly brought together for each story.
Admission
The time from which guests can enter the Spiegelpalast and take their seats. Admission usually begins before the actual start of the show.
Supporting membership
A regular contribution to the non-profit operating association Ensemble Phoenix e. V. Supporting members belong to the support community of Urania Spiegelpalast Köln and receive special insights.
Hospitality
Offers for guests, clients or employees that combine tickets, reception, catering, reserved areas or special assistance.
Juggling
The art of throwing, catching, balancing or otherwise keeping several objects in controlled motion.
Contortion
An artistic discipline that combines extraordinary flexibility with precise body control.
Box seat
One of the seating categories in Urania Spiegelpalast Köln. The exact location is shown in the seating plan for the respective date.
Arena
The central performance area of a circus or variety theatre. In Urania Spiegelpalast Köln, arena also refers to a seating category located particularly close to the stage.
Musical variety show
A form of show in which music, acting, dance and stage artistry do not merely follow one another, but tell a story together.
Late seating
Admission after the performance has begun. This is only possible at dramaturgically suitable points and may involve a waiting time.
Upper tier
A seating category in the outer area of the Spiegelpalast. The exact position is shown in the seating plan.
Remaining seats
The last seats still available for a performance. Location and number may change at short notice.
Side event
A conference, presentation, workshop or reception that takes place before or alongside a show and is linked to the evening programme.
Spiegelpalast
A transportable event building constructed in the historical style, made of wood, glass, canvas and decorative mirrors. It combines the atmosphere of fairground, theatre and variety.
Key sponsorship
A one-time donation through which a key on the grand piano in Urania Spiegelpalast Köln is permanently associated with a name.
Variety theatre
A stage form that combines different arts such as music, stage artistry, dance, comedy and acting. At Urania Spiegelpalast Köln, these elements are woven into a shared story.
Flat-rate drinks package
An agreed drinks offer for an event, valid for a defined period and a fixed selection.
Variety theatre, arena, contortion or supporting membership: here we explain terms you may come across in the programme, when booking, or around the venue.